Car Wash-Vac at Apartment Complex

[Al Williamson]

I've heard about a landlord that built a small coin operated self-serve car wash at his apartment complex for tenants and neighbors to use. I heard he did well. Does anyone have experience with this or a story to share.

I'm looking for some real life examples. 

[Franklin Spees]

I knew this was going to be your thread Al, even before I clicked it.  Sounded a little too "catalytic" and creative for the average investor.  Love it.

I will say in Fresno, Clovis and many other CA cities, as @Brian Burke pointed out, water regulations have really tightened up.  In fact code enforcement can come around and issue fines for sprinklers on the wrong day or wrong hour.  A hose left on and running would probably be like a magnet.  Other issues to consider might be noise, nuisance to adjacent owners, and providing a commercial service within a residentially zoned neighborhood.  Not trying to knock it, but rather hopefully find ways to mitigate all the issues and make it a success.