The size and number of the components making up the stable buildings will vary not only in relationship to the size of the facility, but also to the individual requirements of the facility. In considering the design of a stable building the following items provide a check list of basic requirements.

1. Stalls
2. One sick stall*
3. Feed room
4. Hay store
5. Straw store or storage for alternative bedding
6. Feed storage
7. Washing and cleaning room, incorporating drying facilities*
8. Tack Room
9. Utility stall
10. Manure bunkers
11. Office, in some cases only*
12. Lavatory accommodations
13. Sitting room for grooms*
14. Garage or covered area for trucks and/or trailer.*

Items marked *, particularly in small establishments may be combined with another use.

The relationship of the various items must be considered, both in respect of relationship to each other, to the site, and surrounding buildings. Efforts should be concentrated on the horse, not on carrying bales of hay, straw and sacks of feed great distances. Careful planning of the facility can minimize the handling of heavy materials and reduce wasted energy.