Site layout...

The proper layout of any horse facility is a function of many different and unique aspects, all of them affecting the final design. Land area, topography, and local climate will affect what type of barn to build and where to put it, where the paddocks are placed and what type of footing they will have, where run in sheds are placed and how they will be constructed, etc. A final vision of what you want to end up with is crucial to laying out and constructing a facility that is safe, functional, and that you will enjoy using and maintaining.

Site considerations

Is there a rule of thumb regarding number of horses per acre?