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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.

Is Solar Right for Your Self-Storage Business? Addressing Common Questions and Misconceptions

Nov 29, 2022

Solar-panel installations are becoming more popular in the self-storage industry, but there are still a lot of misconceptions out there about its benefits, costs and returns. Let’s tackle them to help you decide if solar is right for your business.

Self-Storage Design Case Study: Broad Street Self-Storage in San Luis Obispo, CA

Nov 15, 2022

When designing a self-storage development, blending in with the local community is often the best course. In fact, municipalities sometimes require it. Read how the owners of Broad Street Self-Storage crafted their facility in San Luis Obispo...

Self-Storage Development and Zoning Activity: February 2022

Nov 11, 2022

Update 11/10/22 – Construction has progressed at the Amazing Spaces self-storage project in Houston. The 10-story structure is ahead of schedule and is now expected to be complete by spring 2023. The Southwest Freeway site will be the sixth...

Self-Storage Development and Zoning Activity: April 2021

Nov 11, 2022

Update 11/11/22 – Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff ruled that Long Beach, California, officials violated the California Environmental Quality Act when it approved the mixed-use self-storage project proposed for Pacific Place by InSite...

Self-Storage Development and Zoning Activity: November 2022

Nov 10, 2022

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 activity taking place in...

Thousand Oaks, CA, Officials Put Permanent Limits on Self-Storage Development

Nov 07, 2022

Update 11/7/22 – The Thousand Oaks, California, City Council voted unanimously on Oct. 25 to exclude self-storage development from prime commercial areas. Industry projects will now be limited to industrial zones as well as parcels that are at...

These 4 New ISS Mastery Video Sets Will Help You Hit Your Self-Storage Mark With Precision and Skill

Nov 04, 2022

Every aspect of the self-storage industry has emerged from the pandemic with new complexities and challenges, which increases pressure on investors, developers and operators to hit their mark. Let the latest ISS Mastery video packages help you...

Stanwood, WA, Temporarily Bans Self-Storage Development

Nov 04, 2022

The Stanwood, Washington, City Council unanimously voted last week to temporarily ban self-storage development. The six-month moratorium won’t affect existing facilities but will pause new applications, according to the source...

Self-Storage Development and Zoning Activity: April 2022

Oct 28, 2022

Update 10/28/22 – The Acme Township, Michigan, Board of Trustees voted 6-1 to approve the mixed-use conversion project proposed by Strathmore Real Estate Group despite continued public opposition. The former Kmart will be repurposed with self...

Menards Zoning Request for Milwaukee Self-Storage Addition Denied

Oct 27, 2022

Update 10/27/22 – Menard Inc. has once again approached the city with a request to develop more self-storage on the parking lot of its Milwaukee facility. The planning commission voted this week to postpone a vote on the rezoning, which would...