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.
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Public Storage Inc., a self-storage real estate investment trust (REIT), has opened a new facility in Puyallup, Wash., a suburb of Seattle. The development is part of the company’s ongoing effort to keep up demand for space in the region...
To get into the self-storage business today, it takes more skills than it used to; but they’re not hard to learn. Every investor should master these seven abilities.
Dino’s Storage, which operates self-storage facilities in Iowa and Nebraska as well as Winnipeg, Canada, received approval on Wednesday to erect a 12-story flagpole at Elkhorn, Neb., location. Owner Dave Paladino requested a permit from the...
The William Warren Group (WWG), a privately held real estate company that operates the StorQuest Self Storage brand, has opened a new facility in Gardena, Calif. The multi-story property at 14215 S. Normandie Ave. is near Interstate 105 and State...
Guardian Storage, which operates 22 self-storage facilities in Colorado and Pennsylvania, has expanded its presence with a multi-story building conversion in the Forest Hills suburb of Pittsburgh. The company invested $12.8 million in transforming...
When designing a self-storage project, it’s critically important to understand the steps and professionals involved. Follow these guidelines to build a team and process that will work seamlessly toward the same goal.
Update 5/2/18 – HSM has completed its new CubeSmart facility in Garland. The property at 1200 Highway 66 features two single-story structures and two two-story buildings containing interior and drive-up units, an office, and a manager’s residence...
Real estate development firm Miller-Valentine Group and self-storage developer Coastal Storage Group have partnered to build a three-story facility in Murrells Inlet, S.C. The property will comprise 92,000 square feet near the intersection of...
Australia-based real estate developer Hindmarsh intends to build a 20,500-square-meter self-storage facility near the Red Hill Nature Reserve in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), but the project is vehemently opposed by neighboring residents...
