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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.
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CubeSmart, a self-storage real estate investment trust (REIT) and third-party management company, released its inaugural Sustainability Report, which covers 2020. The publication showcases the REIT’s dedication to generating sustainable growth and...
Life Storage Inc., a self-storage real estate investment trust (REIT) and management company, has released its first sustainability report offering insight to its environmental, social and governance efforts. The inaugural release includes an...
This case study from Janus International explains how National Self Storage became more competitive in the crowded El Paso, Texas, market by updating its facilities with modern access control and new unit doors with smartlocks...
Just the thought of pursuing facility renovations can be overwhelming for self-storage investors and operators, but upgrades typically bring many benefits. Read about the most common improvements being pursued today and how they can bolster your...
Update 10/11/21 – Denver-based real estate development firm Southwestern Property Corp. has completed its conversion of the 157,000-square-foot former JCPenney store at what was Metrocenter Mall in Phoenix. The self-storage facility is now managed...
Vineburg Wine & Self Storage in Sonoma County, California, has installed a solar-panel system to generate clean energy. Expected to produce 163,813 kWh of sustainable electricity per year, it’ll power the management office, common areas and wine...
Shakespeare once asked, “What’s in a name?” In self-storage, a facility name can accomplish quite a bit, setting the tone for branding and sealing the deal on a creative design theme. Such is the case at Presidential Storage, which is under...
Pursuing a self-storage development can be overwhelming. There’s a lot to do and many choices to make. Understandably, you don’t want to make a mistake. But indecision and a failure to act can derail any project. Here’s a nine-step plan to keep...
If your self-storage roof looks shabby and functions poorly, it’s time for action. But rather than remove and replace the old structure, consider a retrofit, which allows new metal to be installed over the old. Here are the primary benefits and...
Update 9/23/21 – 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...