Creating a new facility

Follow these steps to successfully add a new bookable facility to your website's reservation module.

Step 1: Access the Administration Area

  1. Log in to the site using an Admin Account.

  2. Click on "Administer Site" in the main menu.

Step 2: Navigate to the Facility Module

  1. In the left-hand menu, click "Modules".

  2. Select "Facilities".

  3. Click the "Facility List" tab.

  4. Click the "Add facility" button.

Step 3: Configure Facility Details and Descriptions

  • Facility Name: Give the facility a clear name (e.g., Tennis Court #1, Clubhouse, Pool).

  • Description (Optional): Provide an optional description to offer more details to residents. This appears under the facility title.

  • Usage Guidelines (Optional): Fill out this section with any specific rules or policies (e.g., pool or tennis club rules).

Step 4: Set Reservation Rules and Display Options

SettingOptions/Notes
Reservations RequiredSelect whether or not reservations are mandatory for this facility.
Display CalendarSelect "Yes" to provide residents with a link to a reservation calendar. Select "No" to hide the calendar.
Allow Double BookingsThe default setting is "No" (preventing multiple or overlapping bookings for the same time slot). Set to "Yes" if you wish to allow double bookings.
Operating HoursSelect the open and close times for the facility. Residents can only make reservations within these permitted time slots.

Step 5: Final Review

  • Active: Finally, set this option to "Enable" to make the facility visible and bookable for residents, or "Disable" to hide it.