How would you strategically go about flushing out the anti-self storage patron and at what point would you disclose to the local residents your intent to build a safe and secure self storage facility? Would you post a notice in the paper or send direct mail? Would you knock on doors and personally introduce yourself (although tenant occupied homes won't help)? With everything coming down to the use permit and public hearing, it seems so important to figure out what the issues are so come "d" day you will have plenty of ammunition.

Do others self storage developers typically get planning commission support up front before the decision is made to proceed with the use permit. Furthermore, if planning dept is in favor then your chances to win should greatly increase?

Security and aesthetics seem to be the typical complaint that I hear. It would be interesting to hear what negatives people have came across when dealing with government officials and the public?