Planning & Permits
Convert a Tennis Court to Padel – Opportunities & Planning
Repurpose tennis courts for padel: space, costs, permits, and process. Guide for clubs and operators.
5 min readPADELCORD+ Editorial
Many tennis clubs have idle hours or underused courts. Adding or converting to padel is a strong lever – often with less space and higher utilisation.
Key takeaways
- Less space than tennis
- Use existing infrastructure
- Strengthen member retention
- Single court often possible
- PADELCORD+ project consulting
Why clubs convert
Padel reaches new audiences and fills times when tennis is weak. Often a single or double court fits on existing land.
Planning steps
Check site, clarify permits, configure court, plan foundation and installation. Existing access and power can reduce costs.
Frequently asked questions
Can padel go on a tennis court?+
Often yes – depending on space, permits, and layout. Single courts are especially flexible.
Further reading
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