Development

The development of a self-storage facility generally begins with a comprehensive market analysis of the proposed project area, followed by assembling a strong team, and working with municipalities to meet zoning, design and code requirements. Owners might consider a multi-story building to maximize their footprint, or select a mixed-use project to widen their options.

McCarthy's Storage World of England Invests £250,000 in Self-Storage Expansion

Apr 05, 2019

McCarthy's Storage World is investing £250,000 to expand its three self-storage facilities in Harrogate, Leeds and Wakefield, England. The company plans to add 10,000 square feet in 200 units. In addition to internal warehouse-style space, the...

Rock Hill, SC, City Council Enacts 6-Month Moratorium on Self-Storage Development

Mar 29, 2019

Update 3/29/18 – The Rock Hill City Council gave preliminary approval on Monday to several zoning amendments that would exclude self-storage as an allowable use without a special exception and conditional uses. Based on recommendations from the...

Clifton Without, England, Self-Storage Proposal to Move Forward Despite Resident Opposition

Mar 29, 2019

Update 3/29/19 – The development of McCarthy’s Storage World in Clifton Without, England, will move forward after a planning inspector approved the project despite opposition. Developer MJ McCarthy Holdings filed an appeal, which the inspector...

StorCo Self Storage in Wood River, IL, Celebrates Grand Opening With Carnival

Mar 20, 2019

StorCo Self Storage will host a carnival to celebrate its grand opening in Wood River, Ill., next month. The event, April 12-21 at 1401 Vaughn Road, is being co-hosted by Wood River Parks & Recreation. It’ll include food, games and rides as well...

Bluebird Self Storage Opens New Facility in Londonderry, NH

Mar 19, 2019

Update 3/19/19 – Bluebird has opened its self-storage facility off Perkins Road. The $5 million project wound up slightly larger than first reported, comprising 106,000 square feet in 658 units. It includes $200,000 in exterior brickwork requested...

Exeter, England, Residents Annoyed by Self-Storage Facility That 'Glows Like the Sun'

Mar 19, 2019

Lok’nStore Group PLC, which operates more than 30 self-storage facilities in the United Kingdom, is opening a new facility in Exeter, England, next month that residents are calling a “ridiculous” eyesore that “glows like the sun.” The facility in...

Self-Storage Project Viability: Considerations for Determining 'Go' or 'No-Go'

Mar 19, 2019

If you’re looking to develop a self-storage facility, it’s imperative to first research the market. Your examination of overall conditions can tell you whether the project should get the green light—or red.

Grand River Mini-Storage Expands in Howell, MI

Mar 13, 2019

Grand River Mini-Storage in Howell, Mich., is expanding this spring, displacing two businesses that currently lease two buildings on its property. The owners plan to add a three-story, climate-controlled building containing 150 units at 2440 W...

Using the Design-Build Construction Method in Self-Storage

Feb 27, 2019

Some self-storage developers and owners are taking a different approach to their ground-up projects by using the design-build method. Learn how it differs from the traditional “plan-and-spec” system as well as the rewards and risks.

Self-Storage Operators in Miami-Dade County, FL, Could Face New Painting, Window Requirements

Feb 22, 2019

Update 2/22/19 – Miami-Dade County officials have postponed a hearing on possible changes to self-storage painting and window schemes. Commissioner Jean Monestime, the primary sponsor of the measure, agreed to a voluntary deferral “following...

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