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.

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Differentiation Through Sustainability: Green Ideas for Self-Storage

Sep 14, 2018

One way for self-storage owners to differentiate their facilities in a crowded market is to build or retrofit their properties to be more environmentally sustainable. Following are some tips on green construction, landscaping and more.

Why Multi-Story Building Is a Rising Trend in Self-Storage

Sep 14, 2018

Despite potential challenges presented by this development type, multi-story self-storage building is often the best way to match efficiency with market demand, regardless of site size. It’s a rising trend for good reason. Read why.

GYS Development to Build 3-Story Self-Storage Facility in Fulshear, TX

Sep 12, 2018

GYS Development LLC, a construction and development firm, has purchased 2.5 acres in Fulshear, Texas, on which it plans to build a three-story Fulshear Bend Self Storage facility. The property is near Cinco Ranch Boulevard and Farm-to-Market 1463...

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3 Ways to Upgrade Your Self-Storage Access Control and Create Happy Customers

Sep 07, 2018

An access-control system that delights rather than frustrates your self-storage customers is important to creating and maintaining a happy client base. Here are three ways to upgrade your facility access and please tenants.

Making the Land Work: Addressing Site Grading Issues in Self-Storage

Sep 06, 2018

Even if you find the perfect site on which to build a self-storage facility, you could face grading issues. Fortunately, you can accommodate changes in elevation and still have a profitable project.

Self-Storage Components Manufacturer Janus International Named to Inc. 5000 List

Sep 04, 2018

Update 9/4/18 – Janus has been named to “Inc.” Magazine’s “Inc. 5000” list for the fifth time in the last 10 years. The company ranked No. 2,749 on the 2018 list, 358 spots lower than last year. The self-storage roll-up door and building-component...

Elmdale Ventures Acquires, Renovates R Storage in Merrillville, IN

Aug 31, 2018

Elmdale Ventures has purchased R Storage in Merrillville, Ind., with the intent to expand and upgrade the self-storage property at 3950 W. 73rd Ave. The renovations are coming years after the original developer failed to complete them, much to the...

Miller-Valentine, Coastal Storage Group Break Ground on 3-Story Extra Space Self-Storage Facility in Knoxville, TN

Aug 30, 2018

Real estate development firm Miller-Valentine Group and self-storage developer Coastal Storage Group have broken ground on a three-story self-storage facility in Knoxville, Tenn. The property will comprise 100,300 square feet near the intersection...

Trump Steel Tariffs Affect the Self-Storage Industry, SpareFoot Reports

Aug 27, 2018

Steel trade tariffs imposed by President Donald J. Trump are driving up the cost of self-storage developments already underway or in the pipeline across the nation, causing owners and investors to rework their financing to cover construction. The...

A Checklist for Self-Storage Development Success

Aug 27, 2018

If you’re developing a self-storage project, a comprehensive checklist of tasks can help you reduce stress, save money and ensure success. Here are some ideas on what to include from an experienced industry builder.

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