BUILD TO SUIT TRANSACTIONS
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BUILD-TO-SUIT?
Developing a build to suit (BTS) property takes time, effort and extra planning to make sure the client is receiving the end result that he/she or the company wants. From selecting a site, to finish options to turning over the property and keys, this process is extensive but exciting.
A few of our build to suit properties
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Smoothie King
9070 Mansfield Road, Shreveport, LA
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Lowe's
2710 Alkay Drive, Shreveport, LA
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Mainstreet Self Storage
2727 Alkay Drive, Shreveport, LA
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GSA/MEPS
2715 Alkay Drive, Shreveport, LA
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Residences of Springridge
3257 W Bert Kouns Ind. Loop, Shreveport, LA
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Airline Drive Center
Airline Drive, Bossier City, LA
What is build to suit?
A build to suit is a commercial building or space specifically constructed to the client’s needs – whether that’s an indoor trampoline park, home of a tech company or a simple update of space - this process focuses on one end user. Most generally, companies, or an individual, will hire a commercial developer to see the project through. The developer will acquire, take ownership and manage the risk and the tenant, in turn, will lease the property from that developer.
In All Property services’ case, we have a wide variety of build to suit opportunities, and many of those are on the market right now.
What are the advantages?
In some cases, a new build to suit development can be more cost-effective and less risky to venture into than other types of development. The building is generally fairly uniform, and the developer has less leasing risk knowing who the end-user or tenant will be.
The largest advantage is that the building is designed and properly built to the tenant’s specifications and desires. The tenant has specific input with conceptualization, design and throughout the construction phase alongside architects, engineers, consultants and the developer.
An important note is to consider if the design is up to “market standards.” If it’s not up to these standards and the current tenant moves on or looks to sell in the future, the specialized design or uniqueness may detract future buyers.
Another advantage to using a commercial developer to meet your building needs is that it protects the tenant from handling all of the in’s and outs of the development of the project. This can save the tenant time and resources, yet it allows the commercial developer the creative freedom and grounds for experience.
What are the costs?
The costs can vary based on many factors throughout the build to suit process. The costs of building may be more upfront verse leasing over an extended period of time. However, the finished space and efficiencies may help offset future, ongoing costs. Costs can come from:
Location
Size
Length of Lease
Specific Improvements
Type of Building
Credit of the Tenant
State of the Market