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Proposed Multi-Story Self-Storage Facility Causes Friction Between Two Illinois Cities

A proposed four-story self-storage facility in Wheaton, Ill., has received resistance from officials in nearby Carol Stream and other critics who believe The Lock Up Self Storage structure would negatively impact a local shopping center. ...More
September 12, 2012
Posted in News, Development
Controversial Zoning Change Paves Way for Self-Storage Facility in Baraboo, Wis.

The Sauk County, Wis., Board of Supervisors approved a zoning change this week, paving the way for a proposed 300-unit self-storage facility in the town of Baraboo. The decision to change the zoning from agriculture to commercial was controversial because the Baraboo City ...More
July 20, 2012
Posted in News, Development
Retrofitting a Building Into Your Dream Self-Storage Facility: A Guide for Intrepid Souls

While retrofitting a building into self-storage can be a rewarding and successful project, there are also many pitfalls to avoid. Learn how to steer clear of stumbles and think about retrofitting in a more critical way. ...More
July 20, 2012
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development
The Rezoning Process: Guidelines for Getting Approval on Your Self-Storage Project

Self-storage developers who want to rezone a piece of land for a future project often face an uphill battle. Here are three guidelines to streamline the process and ensure the development is approved. ...More
July 10, 2012 By Benjamin Burkhart
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development
Looking to Build Your First Self-Storage Facility? Read These Insights First

Self-storage development is much more complicated than it looks on paper. Here’s an in-depth look at the key areas every self-storage owner or developer needs to understand when building a new facility. ...More
June 28, 2012
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development
Developer, Owner Apply for 3 Zoning Variances in Philadelphia-Area Self-Storage Project

Self-storage developer Haverford Mr. Storage LLC and owner Eagle Lawrence Associates LP have applied for three zoning variances from the Haverford, Pa., Zoning Hearing Board to allow them to divide a land parcel into two lots, one of which would house a self-storage ...More
May 31, 2012
Posted in News, Construction, Development
Boston Zoning Board Approves New Self-Storage Facility

The city of Boston's Zoning Board of Appeals approved a four-story, 700-unit self-storage facility with 16 parking spaces on Tuesday. Developer Lou Cabral expects to begin the $9 million, eight-month project in July. The Boston Redevelopment Authority also gave its ...More
May 10, 2012
Posted in News, Development
Vote on Zoning Change for Self-Storage Development in Illinois Postponed

A vote to consider a zoning change in Pekin, Ill., to allow self-storage development was postponed Monday by the city council after local business leaders raised questions. ...More
April 10, 2012
Posted in News, Development
Upstate N.Y. Planning Board Remains Neutral in Decision About Self-Storage Facility

The planning board in Fulton County, N.Y., is staying neutral about a variance for a proposed self-storage facility just west of the city of Gloversville in the adjacent city of Johnstown. ...More
March 30, 2012
Posted in News, Development
Self-Storage Project in Rural Michigan Awaits Planning Approval Amid Public Opposition

A revised proposal for a self-storage project in Lyndon Township, Mich., is awaiting approval from the local planning commission, which tabled a vote for a second straight month Thursday night. As reason for the delay, the commission cited the township planning consultant's ...More
March 13, 2012
Posted in News, Development

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