Extreme Development Costs Preventing Capacity Expansion
Definition
Construction costs for new child care facilities have risen significantly due to increased materials costs, labor shortages in construction trades, and stricter building regulations (accessibility, safety, environmental). A new 75-child capacity facility costs $1.5M-$3M to build, with per-child costs of $20,000-$40,000. This capital barrier prevents small operators from expanding capacity, freezes supply in high-demand markets, and enables 'child care deserts' where access remains insufficient. The loss mechanism: high construction costs require $500,000-$1,500,000 financing; debt service at 6% = $30,000-$90,000 annually for 20-year loan; small operators cannot access favorable financing; expansion projects are cancelled or indefinitely delayed.
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: $30,000-$90,000 in annual debt service for one new facility; lost revenue from foregone expansion: $150,000-$300,000
- Frequency: annual
Why This Matters
Specialized child care real estate financing, prefabricated/modular child care building systems, construction project management for cost control, equipment leasing programs
Affected Stakeholders
Owner/Director
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Related Business Risks
Expiration of Federal Stabilization Grants
Acute Staffing Shortages and Rising Wage Costs
Regulatory Compliance and Health/Safety Certification
Disease Transmission and Hygiene Failures
Shrinking Client Population (0-5 Age Cohort Decline)
Affordability Ceiling Limits Revenue Growth
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