How to plan a crew camp site: layout, utilities, and permits

2026-09-24 · site planning

Most delays on crew housing come from the site, not the units. Plan these in order.

1. Pick the site

Within 20 minutes of the gate if possible, with all-weather road access.

Sewer taps, septic (OSSF) permits, or holding tanks. Septic drain fields can take more land than the housing.

Ask the utility about service size and transformer lead time on day one. Generators can bridge.

Municipal tap, permitted well, or hauled water with storage. Check fire flow needs.

8–12 units per acre is typical. Leave room for truck parking, fire lanes, laundry, and dining.

Order once site work is scheduled so units arrive when pads are ready. See how it works.

Tell us how many workers, where, and when. We come back with unit options, delivery timing, and pricing from the factory.