SELF-STORAGE WAREHOUSE
Self-storage warehouses involve complex property, planning, and operational considerations, from site acquisition and lease arrangements to compliance, security, and redevelopment opportunities. We advise investors, operators, and landlords on managing and developing self-storage assets efficiently, safely, and in line with legal requirements.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Acted for an American corporation on its acquisition of a UK documents storage business involving a portfolio of UK properties, with attendant leasehold restructuring and environmental advice.
Negotiated a favourable lease over a large warehouse for a celebrity chef.
Drafted and negotiated a favourable rent for an unused warehouse as part of a client's estates rationalisation process.
Negotiated numerous lease renewals for warehouse occupation.
Advised a self-storage company on the sale of two large warehouses, collectively worth £10.7 million, to a company looking to acquire the business.
Legal issues that may arise
Acquisition of warehouse or buildings suitable for use as a warehouse.
Obtaining planning permissions to build a warehouse on land.
Drafting and negotiating construction contracts including FIDIC, NEC, IChemE, GC/ Works, JCT, ICE, RIBA and RICS.
Drafting and negotiating leases of a warehouse or part of the warehouse.
Advice on environmental issues including contamination, nuisance and rights to light.
Negotiating and drafting overage agreements.
Obtaining licenses to use the premises for storage purposes.
THE LEADING UK REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM
We are the UK’s largest and most experienced specialist real estate law firm, trusted by leading clients in the property sector for over 25 years.
With over 75+ senior lawyers, each bringing an average of 25 years’ post-qualification experience from top-tier private practice and in-house roles, we offer unparalleled expertise across the full range of real estate legal services — including commercial property, planning, construction, environment, real estate finance, property litigation, and more.
Our exclusive focus on real estate law uniquely positions us to support fellow professional services firms through our Real Estate Support solution. We deliver specialist legal expertise to the UK Top 30, silver circle firms, US Top 50, and the Big Four.
Whether you’re a developer, investor, occupier, institution, or advisor, we provide clear, commercial, and responsive legal advice — helping you to get the job done.