ABSTRACT
In the previous chapters, the authors describe the various ownership structures, financing options, and capital investment appraisal methods for sport facilities. These three areas serve as a foundation for the preliminary planning process that eventually leads to the design, construction, and management of sport facilities. Preliminary planning involves all of the initial tasks that need to be completed in preparation for a specific course of action. A sound preliminary planning process allows the sport facility manager to effectively and efficiently utilize resources to organize, implement, control, and make decisions. Through the preliminary planning process, timelines and standards are established, initial problems are addressed, and strategic, tactical, and operational goals are formalized – working within the philosophy and mission of the organization, and toward end results articulated in the vision. With regard to sport facilities, there are generally six parts to the preliminary planning process: completing a program analysis, conducting feasibility studies, convening a planning committee, selecting an architect, developing a master plan, and creating a program statement.
