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Chip Stroz
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posted 15 days ago

I am just getting started in researching self storage, but I wanted to know if there are any safeguards a self storage owner/operator can have to protect them in case a tenant stores anything illegal in their storage unit (explosives, drugs, dead bodies, etc.).  I mean, you aren't allowed to go in their units, so how would you know even if they did?

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Any of you self storage owners out there have any thoughts on this?  Are you protected by having them sign a form acknowledging that they can't store any illegal items?

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@Michael Wagner ? 

What in particular are you concerned with @Chip Stroz ? Incurring potential legal liability if they're found to be breaking the law? Something else?

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Your typical self storage lease will have them acknowledge that they can't do illegal activity or keep illegal items, but obviously you can't 100% prevent that.

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Your lease is what protects you from liability.  Your fears are understandable but not well founded here @Chip Stroz !  Proceed into this awesome industry without worry!

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@Michael Wagner @Zach Quick Thanks for your information. I have been through a lot of training thus far, and nobody has ever mentioned anything like that.  So obviously, there haven't been a lot of issues concerning that.  Appreciate the help.

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Hi @Chip Stroz .  I think @Michael Wagner is correct, as usual!  But I would add that if you are really concerned, check with an attorney that is really familiar with the industry.  And you can check out StoreLocal, which is a co-op that helps members with marketing, legal, etc.  Good luck! 

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@Paul Moore Thank You!  I will be attending Scott Meyers Self Storage Academy in Orlando next month, and I am very excited to learn more, and then implement what I've learned!

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