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NAICS 712190, industry

NAICS 712190: Nature parks and other similar institutions

NAICS 712190 is the industry code for nature parks and other similar institutions. Use it on loan applications, tax forms and registrations. Lenders price it on the business's own numbers rather than an industry program.

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What 712190 covers

These institutions preserve and exhibit natural areas, such as nature preserves, wildlife sanctuaries, caves and natural wonder attractions, often charging admission.

Included in this code

  • Nature preserves
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
  • Show caves
  • Natural wonder tourist attractions
  • Nature centers

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Businesses that use 712190

Private nature preserveShow cave attractionWildlife sanctuary

Financing for this trade

Nature attractions finance land and visitor facilities with real estate and SBA 504 loans, and conservation groups use grants and conservation lenders. Lenders look at admissions, land value and grants.

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Is 712190 the right code for a nature park or preserve?

Yes, if you preserve and open a natural area to visitors, such as a nature preserve, wildlife sanctuary or show cave. Campgrounds use 721211. Zoos with animal exhibits use 712130. Government agencies running parks use public administration codes. Nature centers fit as well.

What is the SBA size standard for 712190?

SBA sets the size standard for 712190 at $19.5 million in average annual receipts, averaged over the last five completed fiscal years and counting affiliates. Nature parks and similar institutions at or under that figure qualify as small businesses for SBA 7(a) and 504 loans and for federal small business set asides. Most independent nature parks and similar institutions fall well inside the limit, so size is rarely what decides an SBA application.

How do private nature attractions finance improvements?

For profit attractions often use SBA 504 or 7(a) loans for land, visitor centers and trails, while nonprofits rely on grants, conservation loans and capital campaigns. Lenders look at admissions history, seasonality, land value and committed grants. Trail and parking improvements also qualify.

What does NAICS 712190 cover?

Nature parks and other similar institutions. Industry level code in NAICS 2022, under 71 Arts, entertainment, and recreation, 712 Museums, historical sites, and similar institutions, 7121 Museums, historical sites, and similar institutions, 71219 Nature parks and other similar institutions.

What financing do NAICS 712190 businesses use?

Term loans, lines of credit, SBA loans and working capital are the usual products. Start an application and the AI matches the deal to lenders that fund this code.

Where do I put NAICS 712190?

On the SBA loan application, on federal Schedule C or Form 1120, on SAM.gov and state registrations, and on most lender applications. A business can report more than one code; use this one if it describes what produces most of your revenue.