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Multi-Story Storage: Building 'Up' Allows a Washington Developer to Maximize Land and Highlight Upscale Elements

When the Gilroy family set out to build their third self-storage facility in Washington, a residential design in multiple stories coupled with high-end features allowed them to make the most of a smaller building footprint. The developers faced restrictive site conditions ...More
July 29, 2011
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development
Inside Self-Storage Releases 2011 Buyer’s Guide, Directory of Product/Service Providers

Inside Self-Storage has released its 2011 Buyer’s Guide, a directory containing hundreds of self-storage product and service suppliers. In the guide, users will find detailed information about industry associations, builders, management companies, security providers, ...More
July 15, 2011
Posted in News, Construction, Development, Finance, Management, Marketing, Real Estate, Technology
Self-Storage Facility in the Spotlight: Storage Central of Raleigh-Cary, N.C., Overcomes Adversity

The developers of Storage Central in Raleigh-Cary, N.C., had to overcome adversity and wade through challenges, particularly with the city, to reach completion. ...More
April 28, 2011
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development, Legal Issues
Surprise, Ariz., Council Expresses Concern Over Self-Storage Development Near City Hall

Council members in Surprise, Ariz., have expressed concern over a proposed self-storage development near City Hall. ...More
October 7, 2010
Posted in News, Development, Legal Issues
Lok'nStore Group Options to Acquire Land for Self-Storage Facility in England

The board of Lok'nStore Group recently optioned to acquire a site in Southend, England. The site contains 1.2 acres and fronts the busy Eastern Avenue near the town center. ...More
September 29, 2010
Posted in News, Development
Self-Storage Talk Discussion: NIMBYism Among Facilities?

Self-storage facilities are often victims of NIMBYism. A large percentage of people stereotype self-storage facilities as targets for thieves and transients. But similarly, some have suggested that self-storage owners and operators fall into the trap of NIMBYism themselves. ...More
September 6, 2010
Posted in Blog, Development
Winning Project Approval: Working With Planning & Zoning, Local Residents and 'The Guy' to Build the Self-Storage Facility of Your Dreams

Working with a city's planning and zoning department to get a self-storage site approved can be a challenge. Understanding how the board works, where to get support and what tools to use can help make for a smoother process. ...More
July 14, 2010 Bruce McCardle
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development
Top Five Mistakes Made by New Self-Storage Developers: Know What They Are So You Can Avoid Them

Before jumping into a new self-storage development project, review and understand these five potential mistakes other developers have made. ...More
July 2, 2010 Jamie Lindau
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development, Finance, Technology
Self-Storage Development Trends: Conversions and Multi-Story Building Lead the Way

Customer demand is propelling new self-storage development trends. Read about key trends in the industry including multi-story construction and self-storage conversions. ...More
June 28, 2010 Ben Burkhart
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development, Real Estate, Technology
Insight for the First-Time Self-Storage Developer: What You Need to Know About Feasibility, Financing, Construction and More

Self-storage can be quite rewarding for the investor who does his homework and understands the business. Here are a few items every first-time developer should consider. ...More
June 24, 2010 John Barry
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development, Finance, Real Estate

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