Industrial Outdoor Storage

Industrial outdoor storage loans

Bridge loans for industrial outdoor storage: truck yards, container depots, equipment storage, and open-air industrial sites. Acquisition and improvement capital for the fastest-growing niche in commercial real estate.

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Up to 75% loan-to-cost

Improvement capital available

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$100K+

Loan size

Up to 75%

LTC

12% IO

Rate

12-24 mo

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10 days

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All loans are subject to underwriting approval. Rates, terms, and fees vary based on property type, loan-to-value ratio, borrower experience, and market conditions. Requity Lending is a commercial bridge lender; we do not offer consumer residential mortgages. Contact us for a customized quote.

Why Requity for IOS

Built for an asset class banks cannot underwrite

Industrial outdoor storage is the fastest-growing niche in commercial real estate, but traditional lenders have not caught up. Their models need buildings as collateral. IOS value is in the land, the zoning, and the logistics location. We underwrite accordingly.

We Underwrite Land Value, Not Just Buildings

Traditional lenders focus on building improvements. IOS value is in the land, the zoning, and the location relative to logistics infrastructure. Our underwriting model evaluates the full income potential of the site, not just the structures on it.

First-Mover Lending in IOS

Regional banks handle ~90% of IOS financing because most national bridge lenders have not built underwriting models for the asset class. Requity fills that gap with bridge capital specifically structured for outdoor industrial properties.

Speed in a Scarcity Market

Properly zoned industrial land near logistics corridors is disappearing. Municipalities are restricting new IOS zoning. When a site becomes available, the operator who can close in as few as 10 days with no financing contingency wins.

Use Cases

What we finance

From stabilized truck yard acquisitions to raw land conversion for container storage and equipment depots.

Truck Yard & Terminal Acquisitions

Acquire truck yards, trailer parking facilities, and freight terminals. These properties generate strong cash flow from trucking companies, logistics operators, and last-mile delivery services that need secure outdoor parking and staging areas.

Container & Equipment Storage

Finance container storage yards, heavy equipment depots, and material staging areas. Intermodal facilities near ports, rail, and highway interchange locations command premium lease rates driven by supply chain demand.

Land Acquisition & Entitlement

Acquire raw or underutilized land with industrial zoning suitable for IOS conversion. Properties near ports, intermodal facilities, and major logistics corridors with proper zoning are increasingly scarce. Bridge capital lets you secure the land while you execute site improvements.

Site Improvements

Fund grading, paving, fencing, security systems, lighting, drainage, and utility connections that transform raw land into a functional IOS facility. Improvement holdbacks release funds as each phase of site work is completed and inspected.

Value-Add Repositioning

Acquire underperforming IOS properties with below-market rents, poor site conditions, or underutilized acreage. Improve the facility, implement professional management, adjust rates to market, and refinance at a significantly higher valuation.

Zoning & Use Conversion

Finance properties being converted from other industrial uses to outdoor storage. Former manufacturing sites, scrap yards, and underutilized industrial parcels can be repositioned as IOS facilities to capture the growing demand for outdoor industrial space.

FAQ

IOS lending FAQ

Does Requity finance industrial outdoor storage sites?

Yes. We provide bridge loans for IOS acquisitions nationwide, including truck yards, container depots, equipment storage yards, and open-air industrial sites. Our minimum loan amount is $100,000 with no stated maximum.

How does Requity value an industrial outdoor storage property?

IOS value is driven by the land, its zoning, and the logistics location, not by buildings. We underwrite based on land value, zoning entitlements, current and projected income, and comparable sales. We do not require traditional building collateral.

What is industrial outdoor storage and why is it an emerging asset class?

Industrial outdoor storage (IOS) refers to open-air sites used for storing trucks, containers, equipment, construction materials, and vehicles. The asset class has grown rapidly due to e-commerce logistics demand, last-mile distribution needs, and severe supply constraints from zoning restrictions. The total IOS market is estimated at over $200 billion.

Why is IOS financing difficult to obtain from traditional lenders?

Traditional lenders underwrite based on building value and square footage. IOS sites have minimal building improvements; their value is in the land and the zoning. Most banks lack standardized products for this asset class, which is why regional banks finance approximately 90% of IOS transactions. Requity bridges this gap with bridge loans underwritten to the land and income.

What types of IOS properties does Requity finance?

We finance truck yards and fleet parking facilities, container storage depots, equipment and vehicle storage yards, construction material laydown yards, open-air logistics staging areas, and mixed-use industrial sites with outdoor storage components.

Can I include site improvements in my IOS bridge loan?

Yes. We structure improvement capital directly into the bridge loan for grading, paving, fencing, lighting, security systems, drainage, and utility infrastructure. Funds are released through a draw process as work is completed.

What markets are strongest for industrial outdoor storage investment?

IOS properties near seaports, intermodal hubs, airports, and major highway corridors command the strongest demand. Sunbelt states and densely populated Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions have the highest concentrations of institutional IOS activity.

How fast can Requity close on an IOS acquisition?

We can close IOS acquisitions in as few as 10 days from signed term sheet. Speed matters in IOS because many sites are off-market or time-sensitive opportunities where the seller prioritizes certainty and fast execution.

What are typical lease structures for IOS tenants?

IOS leases vary by tenant type. National logistics companies and fleet operators often sign 3-5 year leases. Construction contractors and equipment companies may use shorter-term agreements. Multi-tenant yards with diverse users can provide stable income streams with staggered lease expirations.