I'm a long time supporter of distance running and am currently looking for an opportunity to develop a small residential property where I live.
One idea is to create a track house with the units rented to individuals training with local clubs. I do not coach, myself, but I know the financial burdens of being a sub-elite athlete trying to make it without a contract. My wife and I would enjoy this type of contribution to the world of track and field.
As athletes, how would you structure an 6-8 unit living space? Would you want something like a boarding house, with shared kitchen, dining and living spaces with private bedrooms, or would you want a private apartment with all of the amenities in each space. What else is important?
Ignore all of the realities of the zoning and building code. I'd like to hear what you'd want as athletes.