I have reviewed quite a few drawings for major small bay developments - 50+ bays. About half get it right, and the other half is bird shot (large spray of data points for those of familiar with the term). Mezzanines may only cover 1/3 of the open floor area - not 1/2 or 2/3 or 100%. Although there are exceptions to every rule, 99% of the time small bays fall under IBC 505.2.1. So, for a 1,000SF SB unit, the max sized mezzanine that can be installed is 333SF.

The Self Storage Association (SSA) conference convenes in Las Vegas September 8--11. Many of you come from, or are still very much involved in tradition self-storage. My partner, Tripp Dunman, and I are attending and would love to meet any of you there to discuss our mutual interest in small bay flex. Comment back (or chat) and we'll set it up.

I have a experienced, proven, cost-effective PEMB supplier (national). Cuts out the middle man. (Contact not on this site.) Chat me up and I'll provide it.

This is a huge debate on our development projects. PEMB vs Tilt vs Wood Frame construction. Which do you prefer and why?

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