Does any one know where I can find information on opening a shooting range? I'd like to put together a business plan for an indoor range in Davis County, but I haven't been able to find anything online on what type of business license I need and what type of regulations the range has to meet. Any help is appreciated.
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I would look to your city licensing department for those answers. The state has an online 'start your own business guide' that could be helpful.
I think you might be asking if there is any special requirements for a firearm range. I would not think so until you step into the area of selling firearms. Then your talking an FFL.
Short of selling, I would think it would just be a normal business. If there are any special requirements, they will point those out when you obtain a licenses.
Maybe they need to have the city engineer certify your traps or air return? I could not find any special requirements online. Let us know how it goes.
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I think you might be asking if there is any special requirements for a firearm range. I would not think so until you step into the area of selling firearms. Then your talking an FFL.
Short of selling, I would think it would just be a normal business. If there are any special requirements, they will point those out when you obtain a licenses.
Maybe they need to have the city engineer certify your traps or air return? I could not find any special requirements online. Let us know how it goes.
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I would imagine that there would be special considerations to be made regarding equipment and environment requirements, such as sound suppression and range safety systems. Other than that I really have no idea
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If you are a gun enthusiast who enjoys teaching others, you might consider starting a shooting range business. While you must obtain a number of licenses and permits, if you are knowledgeable about gun-safety issues, it shouldn't be difficult. You may choose to take your range in a dozen directions, so pay close attention to the interests of the customers in your area.
Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
Things You'll Need
Insurance
Licenses
Guns
Supplies
1 Contact your local government office about zoning laws for shooting and building permits. There are a number of restrictions regarding where you can open a shooting range, the times you can operate it and what you must have in your range.
2 Determine if you will start an indoor or outdoor shooting range. For an indoor range, consider opening it near a shopping mall or downtown, if zoning allows. You will need room for at least five shooting stalls, room to host classes, bathrooms, a showroom for your rental guns, room for T-shirts, hats and any guns for sale, and room for your cash register. Expect to need at least 3,000 square feet. For an outdoor range, you may want to purchase land outside of city limits or in a rural area. You will need at least two acres for your outdoor range.
3 Incorporate your business and obtain a federal tax identification number.
4 Purchase at least $500,000 in liability insurance (see Resources).
5 Determine the types of services you will offer. An indoor range may have a pistol range, rifle range and paintball, which is a great way to draw in the younger crowd. Both indoor and outdoor ranges may offer firearm safety classes and training for those seeking a concealed carry license. You can offer group classes, events and parties for birthdays, coworkers and bachelors and bachelorettes. If you decide to offer group events, contact a local pizzeria or deli and ask them about catering. Consider putting in vending machines, because customers may spend hours at your range.
6 Apply for a Federal Firearms License to buy and sell firearms. Expect to pay about $200 for a license, plus $90 for renewals (see Resources).
7 Become knowledgeable about guns and shooting, if you are not already. You should know details about each of your guns, how they handle and for whom they are appropriate. If you do not have a background in firearms, consider enrolling in the NRA Basic Firearm Training Program. Once completed, become an NRA instructor, unless you intend to hire instructors to teach your classes (see Resources).
8 Purchase your equipment and supplies. Buy handguns, rifles, paintball guns, paintballs, masks, earplugs, safety goggles, ammunition, targets of various sizes, trap and skeet targets (for an outdoor range) and cleaning supplies (see Resources). Purchase custom T-shirts, hats and infant bodysuits with your logo to sell to satisfied customers.
That might be some good info to start with.
If you are a gun enthusiast who enjoys teaching others, you might consider starting a shooting range business. While you must obtain a number of licenses and permits, if you are knowledgeable about gun-safety issues, it shouldn't be difficult. You may choose to take your range in a dozen directions, so pay close attention to the interests of the customers in your area.
Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
Things You'll Need
Insurance
Licenses
Guns
Supplies
1 Contact your local government office about zoning laws for shooting and building permits. There are a number of restrictions regarding where you can open a shooting range, the times you can operate it and what you must have in your range.
2 Determine if you will start an indoor or outdoor shooting range. For an indoor range, consider opening it near a shopping mall or downtown, if zoning allows. You will need room for at least five shooting stalls, room to host classes, bathrooms, a showroom for your rental guns, room for T-shirts, hats and any guns for sale, and room for your cash register. Expect to need at least 3,000 square feet. For an outdoor range, you may want to purchase land outside of city limits or in a rural area. You will need at least two acres for your outdoor range.
3 Incorporate your business and obtain a federal tax identification number.
4 Purchase at least $500,000 in liability insurance (see Resources).
5 Determine the types of services you will offer. An indoor range may have a pistol range, rifle range and paintball, which is a great way to draw in the younger crowd. Both indoor and outdoor ranges may offer firearm safety classes and training for those seeking a concealed carry license. You can offer group classes, events and parties for birthdays, coworkers and bachelors and bachelorettes. If you decide to offer group events, contact a local pizzeria or deli and ask them about catering. Consider putting in vending machines, because customers may spend hours at your range.
6 Apply for a Federal Firearms License to buy and sell firearms. Expect to pay about $200 for a license, plus $90 for renewals (see Resources).
7 Become knowledgeable about guns and shooting, if you are not already. You should know details about each of your guns, how they handle and for whom they are appropriate. If you do not have a background in firearms, consider enrolling in the NRA Basic Firearm Training Program. Once completed, become an NRA instructor, unless you intend to hire instructors to teach your classes (see Resources).
8 Purchase your equipment and supplies. Buy handguns, rifles, paintball guns, paintballs, masks, earplugs, safety goggles, ammunition, targets of various sizes, trap and skeet targets (for an outdoor range) and cleaning supplies (see Resources). Purchase custom T-shirts, hats and infant bodysuits with your logo to sell to satisfied customers.
That might be some good info to start with.
I have heard a couple good things about this but have never attended - NRA range development conference
good info! What would the backstop, and or distance/landbuffer, requirments be? I have an area where I personally shoot, and lots of friends, but if you raise your muzzel to far, you'll be lobbing shots off of my property, into a neighbors hay field. and they could possiblely rainbow into a house about 3/4 of a mile away. But only in the case of extreme stupidity, which can happen... Would that disqualify that area for a outdoor range?
I'm talking about raising the muzzel 30 or 40 degree at 30 yards. Less if you back off to rifle distances...
I'm talking about raising the muzzel 30 or 40 degree at 30 yards. Less if you back off to rifle distances...
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