Storage Authority minute on How much land does it take to build Self Storage?

Question: How many Acres of land does it take to build self-storage?

Marc: It typically takes 2 – 15 usable acres. Don't forget you have to subtract non-useable land like wetlands, 100-year flood plain, steep slopes, etc. Strict zoning can require more land as well.

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Question: Can you be a bit more specific on why such a large range of parcel sizes?

Marc: I assume you want to build a good-sized self-storage ( 80,000 gross SF+_, which will allow most people to retire when they fill the facility at premium rates.

2 acres = 3-4 story building

2-4 acres = part single-story and part multi-story

5- 6 acres all single story

15 acres = self-storage & significant RV/boat Storage

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