Construction

Self-storage construction has become more sophisticated due to heightened consumer expectations, changing building codes, and a more rigid approval processes through municipal planning boards. Important topics covered in this category include design trends, zoning, conversions, eco-friendly components and practices, and more.

The Chief Roles to Fill on Your Self-Storage Development Team

Nov 13, 2020

A lot goes into developing a self-storage project—many tasks and responsibilities to juggle. Success will depend on the strength and abilities of your professional team. Learn the critical roles to fill to ensure the building process goes smoothly.

How a Germany Vacation Sparked a Solar-Energy Plan for Northland Self-Storage

Nov 04, 2020

When entrepreneurs go on vacation, they view things a bit differently than typical tourists. Germany offers myriad attractions for travelers, but when self-storage owner David McBride visited, he was particularly taken with the prevalence of solar...

Extra Space Adds Solar Panels Across National Self-Storage Portfolio

Oct 28, 2020

Update 10/28/20 – Extra Space has partnered with solar-power company Pivot Energy to add 5.5 megawatts of capacity at 65 of the REIT’s locations in Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Tennessee. The will offset 80...

Self-Storage Development and Zoning Activity: October 2020

Oct 23, 2020

Update 10/23/20 – The global self-storage development pipeline continues to be extremely dynamic. Inside Self-Storage regularly covers new projects being planned and approved as well as zoning and other municipal issues. Following is additional...

Tackling the Endless To-Do List: Advice on Self-Storage Property Care

Oct 23, 2020

Unless your self-storage property opened yesterday, you likely have a long to-do list when it comes to keeping it clean and functioning properly. While you should always fix what’s broken first, it’s also critical to practice preventive maintenance.

Irish Self-Storage Operator Nesta Expands Dublin Facilities

Oct 19, 2020

Update 10/19/20 – Nesta has acquired the former headquarters of car-parts distributor Team PR Reilly, which it intends to convert into its fifth self-storage location in the Dublin market. The €6 million project in Kilbarrack will comprise more...

5 Costly Snares to Avoid When Developing a Ground-Up Self-Storage Project

Oct 09, 2020

Self-storage development can be lucrative and fulfilling, but a lot can go wrong along the way. Learn about five costly pitfalls that can cause major project setbacks and headaches.

ISS Store Featured Product: Inside Self-Storage Virtual Event 2020 Seminar Videos

Oct 06, 2020

The recent ISS Virtual Event drew hundreds of industry professionals into its exhibit hall, networking lounge and education theater. If you missed the online conference and tradeshow, or want to revisit the seminars you attended, you’re in luck...

Northland Self-Storage of Michigan Invests in Solar Energy

Sep 29, 2020

Northland Self-Storage, which operates two facilities in Michigan and is building a third, recently unveiled solar panels at its Bay Harbor/Petoskey location and will add them to its new development in Alanson, which is expected to open next year...

Creating Self-Storage Appeal, Efficiency and Safety Through Facility Renovations

Sep 25, 2020

It’s no secret: Saturation is evident in self-storage markets of all sizes, and operators of older facilities must step up their game to compete with newer, more advanced contenders. That might mean it’s time to renovate. Here’s how to evaluate...