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...
Self-storage is among the hottest investments going, but the old question remains: Is it better to buy a existing facility or build a new one? Taking current market conditions into account, here are some points to ponder in the decision-making...
The decisions you make during the early stages of a self-storage development are critical to project success. Consider the following pointers on feasibility, site selection, design considerations and more.
Officials in Cape Coral, Florida, are considering a rezoning map that would encourage commercial development along the Burnt Store Road corridor, north of Van Buren Parkway, but exclude some business uses including car washes and self-storage...
Intriva Capital, an independent alternative-asset manager, has launched SpaceGenie, which will offer drive-up self-storage services in Germany. The company plans to build and operate more than 50 facilities comprising 2.6 million square feet...
Creating an accurate construction timeline is difficult, particularly for owners and developers who are new to self-storage. These tips on the sitework process can help you plan, set realistic expectations, avoid delays and keep your project on...
Update 8/2/22 – W.C. Sawyer, owner of Sawco Self Storage, received zoning approval to build a second location in Isle of Wight, Virginia. The July 21 vote was unanimous, and the project received support from Sam Cratch, who owns land nearby. The...
