Adjusting to the Topsy-Turvy Construction Market: Planning Advice for Self-Storage and Boat/RV Storage

Jul 15, 2022

The current construction market is a bit topsy-turvy thanks to rising prices and supply-chain issues. The author went to four experts in self-storage and boat/RV storage for advice on project costs and planning in this uncertain market.

Sena Development Partners With Leo Global Logistics to Develop Self-Storage in Bangkok

Jul 06, 2022

Thailand-based real estate development firm Sena Development PCL and logistics company Leo Global Logistics PCL (LGL) have formed a joint venture to pursue self-storage and warehouse projects in Bangkok. The partnership will allow Sena to...

5 Tips for Designing the Ideal Self-Storage Management Office

Jul 06, 2022

Your self-storage management office should be inviting to customers, comfortable for employees and fully functional for everyone who uses it. Consider these five tips to create a well-designed space.

Real Estate Investment Firm Patriot Holdings Launches Funds to Acquire and Develop Self-Storage

Jul 06, 2022

Update 7/6/22 – Patriot Holdings has launched Patriot Fund III to run concurrently with its second fund; however, this third vehicle is directed toward investors interested in longer-term projects. Fund III will pursue land acquisitions as well as...

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An A-to-Z Guide to Building Boat & RV Storage

Jul 01, 2022

This whitepaper from BETCO Inc. explores why demand for boat and RV storage is rising and how self-storage owners can benefit. It provides guidance on storage-unit types, security and technology, ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience...

Putting Pencil to Paper: Guidelines for Designing a Self-Storage Site Layout and Unit Mix

Jun 28, 2022

Finding a plot of land on which to build self-storage is a significant achievement, but it’s only the first step toward your end goal. As you lay pencil to paper to design the site, follow these guidelines, which will help you arrive at a strong...

Inside Self-Storage Releases 2022 Self-Storage Design Gallery

Jun 28, 2022

Inside Self-Storage (ISS) has published a new online gallery, “Aspiring to Excellence: Self-Storage Facility Design 2022.” The free presentation provides a visual tour of industry properties, highlighting creative architecture, building methods...

Self-Storage Development and Zoning Activity: May 2022

Jun 24, 2022

Update 6/24/22 – The Westfield Planning Board this week approved the site plan from Geeleher Enterprises Inc. for its self-storage development on North Road. Before voting on June 21, the board asked the developer how the business will prevent...

Aspiring to Excellence: Self-Storage Facility Design 2022

Jun 24, 2022

The self-storage industry is having a moment. More investors are joining, brands are expanding, and existing facilities are enjoying robust occupancy and rental rates. While there’s great demand for the service just now, an attractive façade...

Self-Storage Development and Zoning Activity: March 2022

Jun 23, 2022

Update 6/23/22 – Willow Partners Redevelopment received zoning approval to build Brink Self Storage. The four-story structure will comprise 100,000 square feet on 2 acres. Budzinski will continue his efforts to remove contaminated soil from the...