Sizing and specifications

What sizes are available?  Although sizes and availability vary by location, our facilities have dry slip units that can accommodate boats up to 50’ in length, 16’ in height and 16’ in width.  Please contact your Sales Associate for an up to the minute inventory of what is available at the location you are considering. Space availability is limited and any size can sell out at any time.

Measuring your boat

One of the most important steps in your dry slip purchase is to know the exact size of your boat. Please refer to the visual guides to ensure that your measurements are being taken in the same manner. (This must be done in the manner represented above to get accurate specifications.)

Although we can not determine the size you require, your boat dealer can help you with actual dimensions, or you can check the boat manufacturer’s website. Remember, if you add radar or other equipment to your boat, you must allow for that when determining the correct size of your dry slip.

What size space do I need?

Now that you have determined the size and weight of your boat add 3” to both sides and 6” to the top, (this allows clearance for the forklift). For example: if your boat were 8’6” wide by 9’6” high by 40’ long you would need a minimum space of 9’x10’x40’. Remember when choosing your space that you consider your boating future, if you think that you may just sell your space and buy a bigger one, consider that there may not be any larger spaces available when you get to that point.

Putting the Cart before the Horse…is okay

Some of our owners don’t own a boat. Many are investors who never will, and many are future boat owners who are thinking ahead.

Why should I consider purchasing a Dry Slip and Wet Slip?

There are a number of factors effecting recreational boating that contribute to the need to purchase a dry dock. Primarily, this is the case of supply and demand. Boating has soared in popularity, and larger more costly vessels are being constructed to supply the worldwide demand. This is placing pressure on the oversubscribed and limited rental market.

Waterfront property is a high-demand, limited commodity. Small, formerly independent marinas have been purchased by large development companies and turned into residential condominiums. Rental facilities are unable to produce the revenue necessary to justify their use of waterfront property. In addition, hazardous weather has destroyed hundreds of slips and environmental and regulatory land use restrictions have further reduced the available supply.

What are the advantages of owning your own dry dock?

Most importantly, ownership will secure a permanent home for your boat, and a membership in a community of active boaters. It also allows you to build equity in a rapidly dwindling resource as demand continues to outplace supply.

Are there property taxes?

Yes. Taxes must be paid on your dry dock or wet slip like any other real estate that you might own. Please consult with your accountant or tax advisor for complete information on tax advantages and liabilities.

Will you be able to accommodate my boat during construction?

Sure! Construction will be completed in two phases. This allows us to keep at least one storage building available throughout the entire construction process. As an owner in our club, we ensure that your boat will be kept safe and secure during construction.

Am I allowed to lease my space?

Yes. Our owners can lease their slips. As an owner, you will maintain all of your membership rights while you are leasing your space. The lessee will have access to the same amenities as an owner at the location where their lease originated. However, a lessee will not receive reciprocal privileges at other YCOA locations.

How much can I sell/lease my space for?

Although we do not manage re-sales or leasing, we will provide you with current market information on sales pricing and leasing rates. We will also be glad to assist you in the leasing process by providing you with resources to list your unit and provide you with the appropriate documents to properly lease your unit.

What form of ownership is available?

Ownership of dry slips, includes fee-simple interest, while ownership of wet slips (depending on YCOA location) includes a long term assignment of the right to use the slip.