Location Scouting Template

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Phone: {{phone}}

Email: {{email}}

Website: {{website}}

Location Details

**Date of Evaluation:** {{date_of_evaluation}}

**Scout Name:** {{scout_name}}

**Location Name/Identifier:** {{location_name}}

**Address:** {{location_address}}

**GPS Coordinates (if applicable):** {{gps_coordinates}}

Accessibility and Transport

**Proximity to Major Roads:** {{road_proximity}} (e.g., <1km, 1-5km, >5km)

**Public Transport Access:** {{public_transport_access}} (e.g., Bus, Train, Taxi Rank - specify lines/routes)

**Parking Availability:** {{parking_availability}} (e.g., Ample, Limited, No parking - specify number of bays if known)

**Loading Dock/Delivery Access:** {{loading_dock_access}} (Yes/No, describe conditions)

Infrastructure and Utilities

**Electricity Supply Reliability:** {{electricity_reliability}} (e.g., Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor - note frequency of outages)

**Water Supply Reliability:** {{water_reliability}} (e.g., Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor - note any restrictions)

**Internet/Connectivity Options:** {{internet_options}} (e.g., Fibre, ADSL, Mobile Data - indicate available providers and speeds)

**Waste Management Services:** {{waste_management_services}} (e.g., Municipal, Private - describe frequency)

**Security Measures (Existing):** {{existing_security_measures}} (e.g., Fencing, Guards, CCTV, Alarm System)

Local Amenities and Environment

**Proximity to Retail/Shopping:** {{retail_proximity}} (e.g., <1km, 1-5km, >5km - list key outlets)

**Proximity to Restaurants/Cafes:** {{restaurants_proximity}} (e.g., <1km, 1-5km, >5km - list key outlets)

**Proximity to Residential Areas:** {{residential_proximity}} (e.g., <1km, 1-5km, >5km - describe demographic)

**Surrounding Business Environment:** {{surrounding_business_environment}} (e.g., Industrial, Commercial, Mixed-use - describe types of businesses)

**Noise Levels:** {{noise_levels}} (e.g., Low, Moderate, High - specify sources)

**Cleanliness/Upkeep of Area:** {{cleanliness_of_area}} (e.g., Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)

Site Specifics (if property with building)

**Building Type:** {{building_type}} (e.g., Office Block, Warehouse, Retail Unit, Standalone building)

**Total Square Metres/Footage:** {{total_square_footage}}

**Number of Floors:** {{number_of_floors}}

**Condition of Building:** {{building_condition}} (e.g., New, Good, Fair, Requires Renovation - specify key issues)

**Zoning Regulations:** {{zoning_regulations}} (e.g., Commercial, Industrial, Residential - verify compliance for intended use)

**Lease/Purchase Price Estimate:** {{price_estimate}} ({{currency}})

Human Resources Considerations

**Availability of Local Workforce:** {{local_workforce_availability}} (e.g., High, Moderate, Low - specify relevant skill sets)

**Average Wage Rates in Area:** {{average_wage_rates}} ({{currency}} - per month/hour, by job type)

**Proximity to Educational Institutions:** {{educational_institution_proximity}} (e.g., Universities, Colleges, TVETs)

Safety and Security Profile

**Reported Crime Rate in Area:** {{crime_rate}} (e.g., Low, Moderate, High - specify types of crime if known)

**Presence of Law Enforcement:** {{law_enforcement_presence}} (e.g., Police Station proximity, regular patrols)

**Emergency Services Access:** {{emergency_services_access}} (e.g., Fire station, Ambulance service proximity)

Overall Assessment and Recommendation

**Strengths:** {{strengths_of_location}}

**Weaknesses:** {{weaknesses_of_location}}

**Opportunities:** {{opportunities_of_location}}

**Threats/Risks:** {{threats_of_location}}

**Overall Rating:** {{overall_rating}} (e.g., Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor - provide justification)

**Recommendation:** {{recommendation}} (e.g., Recommend for further review, Accept, Decline)

Additional Notes/Comments

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Signature

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