Renting a Commercial Kitchen vs Building Your Own in BC

Compare upfront investment, flexibility and ongoing costs before choosing your production space. Use this checklist as a starting point, and verify current requirements with the appropriate authorities.

What to do before you launch

1. 1Building a kitchen can involve design, permits, ventilation, plumbing, fire protection, equipment and construction costs.
2. 2Renting space in an established commissary can reduce initial capital requirements and shorten the path to testing a business.
3. 3A dedicated buildout offers more control over layout and capacity, but adds lease obligations, maintenance and project risk.
4. 4Compare a realistic 12- to 36-month cash-flow forecast for both options, including deposits, equipment, utilities and staffing.
5. 5If your production volume is uncertain, a flexible membership may help validate demand before a major investment.

Find a kitchen that fits your business

PurePrep offers shared commercial kitchen memberships in Langley and Greater Victoria. Explore our membership options, learn who our kitchens are for, or book a tour to discuss your specific equipment, schedule and storage needs.

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