Skatepark construction costs vary widely based on a number of variables including design complexity, aesthetic details, soil conditions, site topography and regulatory requirements. A skate spot with a handful of pads and benches has a completely different cost structure compared to a 40,000 square foot destination facility. While the typical range is $50-100 per square foot, our in-depth cost estimating process during the planning and design phases ensures we are accurately pinpointing construction costs and setting up projects for success. Get in touch and we’ll expertly guide you through the budgeting process.
Project duration varies based on a number of variables including design complexity, weather, local permitting requirements and site conditions. Setting aside the funding phase, which can be a journey itself, skatepark projects typically take somewhere between nine months and two years from kick-off meeting to ribbon cutting. An average-sized skatepark generally requires 6 months for the design phase and 6 months for the construction phase. Get in touch and we’ll provide a more accurate estimate based on your project specifics.
In a design-build framework, one entity executes both design and construction in a turnkey fashion, via a single contract. A design-bid-build approach separates the project into a design contract, followed by a bidding process that ultimately awards a separate construction contract. Both approaches have their advantages, however, Sohn Ranch typically recommends a design-build approach due to speed, efficiency and a single point of accountability throughout the process. Get in touch and we’ll help determine the approach best suited to your needs.
Municipal funds, either from a capital improvement plan, general fund or bond referendum, are the most common funding source for skateparks. A portion of the taxes you pay are intended to be spent on public projects, but it’s up to you to speak up and advocate for what you feel is an important use of those pooled tax dollars. While there is no formal grant program dedicated exclusively to skateparks, there are also many county, state and federal grants established to fund parks and recreation projects, including skateparks and other wheel sports facilities. Local foundations, corporate sponsors and private donors are also valuable resources worth exploring. Get in touch and we’ll get you set up with the preliminary information needed to approach your municipality or a grant agency.
From skate dots offering just a handful of elements to roadtrip-worthy destinations, public skateparks generally fall into one of four categories – skate dots, skate spots, neighborhood skateparks and regional skateparks. Spohn Ranch’s average skatepark is approximately 10,000 square feet, which would fall in the neighborhood skatepark category. While a single neighborhood skatepark may be sufficient for a smaller community, larger metropolitan communities should consider a “skatepark system” – a strategic network of all category types thoughtfully distributed throughout the community. Get in touch and we’ll help you discover the size the best complements your project goals.
Get in touch and let’s chat. After a preliminary information gathering process to better understand your project goals, we’ll share our “Skatepark Development Guide”, a step-by-step blueprint that walks you through the process of getting a public skatepark built and empowers you with the knowledge to make it in happen in your community. Whether it’s a grassroots fundraiser event or a high-stakes speech in the city council chamber, we’ll be by your side throughout the journey and leverage over three decades of experience to ensure a successful outcome.