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Monthly Archives: May 2016

Extra Space Opens New Self-Storage Facility in Newark, NJ

Extra Space Storage Inc., a publicly traded self-storage real estate investment trust (REIT), has opened a new facility in Newark, N.J. It’s the company’s fifth location in Essex County, according to the source

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A-1 Self Storage to Build New Facility in San Diego’s Imperial Beach Community

The Caster Group, which operates 48 A-1 Self Storage locations in California, is building a new 96,236-square-foot facility in the Imperial Beach community of San Diego. The property at 845 Hollister St. is scheduled to open in December.

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Tri-Village Self Storage Highlights New Facility in Columbus, OH

Tri-Village Self Storage highlights its newest property in downtown Columbus, Ohio. The six-story facility offers a number of customer amenities, including wine storage and a wine-tasting conference room.  

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Janus Promotes Self-Storage ‘Road Tour’

Janus International Group has introduced this commercial to promote its 2016 “Road Tour,” a complimentary workshop targeted to self-storage owners and investors. The one-day event offers education on self-storage development, conversio…

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Creating Panache in Self-Storage Facility Design

New design elements are shaping the form and function of today’s self-storage facilities. From innovative materials to modern styles, the author examines the latest trends adding panache and customer convenience to new and converted storage prope…

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Accessing the Knowledge Base: Tech Support for Your Self-Storage Management Software

As the tools included within your self-storage management software become more complex, the need for reliable support becomes paramount. Luckily, most providers offer a variety of technical solutions to ensure you have a strong understanding of your pr…

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Is Your Self-Storage Business Prepared to Morph Alongside Market Changes?

The self-storage industry doesn’t change quickly, but that’s precisely why it’s easy to get caught off guard when dynamics morph slowly over time. If owners and managers aren’t paying close attention, the market can unsuspecting…

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Commercial Zoning Ruling Will Allow New Self-Storage Facility in Springdale, AR

The Springdale, Ark., City Council voted 5-3 this week in favor of changing the zoning on 3.56 acres along South Downum Road from residential to commercial. The move was hotly contested between council members but will enable property owner Terry Pinkl…

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Real Estate Developer C.F. Currin Proposes Self-Storage for Chester, VA

Real estate developer C.F. Currin is facing opposition to a self-storage development it has proposed for Chester, Va. Last week the Chesterfield Planning Commission tabled the company’s zoning request for 60 days based on the advice of commission…

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Self-Storage Firm Investment Real Estate LLC Hires Brokerage Advisor

Investment Real Estate LLC (IRE), a property-management and consulting firm serving the self-storage industry, has hired Sparky Brooks as brokerage advisor. Based in Boston, Brooks will be responsible for feasibility studies, financial analysis and sel…

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