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There is one of these places in Wichita, and its a great concept. The place here has storage units you purchase or rent, where you're able to create your own workspace. There is also a community center with lots of amenities.
My Indy closed up his traditional shop and semi retired to one of the units. He has 2 lifts, all his tools, and built a loft for his office. Really cool place.
Your idea of one large community is great also. Perhaps an old dealership that went belly up would make a great location or a large retail space. You just have to make sure that you have members sign every kind of waiver possible so you have no injury liability, and a way to assign, limit space use. Also make sure that no one walks off with tools and supplies.
The easiest way to get off the ground is to find a business similar to what your looking for, and try to copy as much as you can. Keep in mind businesses are rarely profitable in the first few years, but copying an existing successful model can give you a head start.
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