The Pueblo West, Colorado, Metro Board is considering restrictions on self-storage development along major roadways. The topic came up during a Sept. 26 meeting after the board discussed approving water taps for three storage developments...
The town of North Attleboro, Massachusetts, is considering a change to its zoning that would prohibit future self-storage development. The council’s economic-development subcommittee will present a proposed amendment at a meeting on Monday...
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Once you’ve found the perfect parcel on which to build your self-storage project, you need to determine the building type that’ll guarantee the most favorable square footage and best return on investment. Read about the various structure types and...
Update 9/21/22 – Heitman’s joint venture with Irish self-storage operator U Store It includes an investment of €104 million for the operator’s existing locations and another €20 million for four development projects, including a new site under...
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Consistently high performance has made the self-storage industry an attractive investment target, but which entry path is the right one? The author explores four ways for an investor to proceed and provides pointers for deciding the best course.
During self-storage development, there are numerous factors that can dictate what the final project will look like. Having an early, fact-based vision of what can work on your property will streamline the layout process. The following steps will...
Embarking on a self-storage development can be exciting, but it can also be riddled with disappointment. From discovering site imperfections to fighting zoning battles to encountering unexpected construction costs, the path to completion is a...
Update 9/2/22 – Strategic Development Group opened North Penn Self Storage in Lansdale, Pennsylvania. The building comprises 65,000 rentable square feet in more than 580 units...
As self-storage development mushrooms nationwide, some jurisdictions are becoming weary of it. One way to gain entry to coveted areas is to propose a mixed-use project. Find out how it can satisfy city officials and provide a creative way to use...
