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GWC Completes Public Storage in Van Nuys, CA

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GWC Completes Another Public Storage Project

Van Nuys, CA – Gray West Construction has successfully completed the development of a new Public Storage facility in Van Nuys, California, marking another milestone in our continued partnership with Public Storage. This follows the successful completion of the Compton Public Storage facility, with Gray West providing seamless team integration and support across both projects. Currently, construction is also underway on another Public Storage location in Sacramento, scheduled for completion in the coming months.

Project Overview

The Van Nuys project involved the demolition of all existing mini-warehouse buildings on a 4.16-acre site, clearing the way for two new storage buildings:
  • One three-story mini-storage building (Building A): 247,689 sq. ft.
  • One single-story mini-storage building (Building B): 12,700 sq. ft.
  • Total Units: 2,369 units of varying sizes, including climate-controlled, non-climate-controlled, and ADA-compliant options.
  • Building A includes elevator and stair access.

Site Constraints & Construction Challenges

  • The primary access point to the site was limited to a 20-foot-wide entrance, located adjacent to Building B, which required precise coordination to move materials and equipment to Building A on the opposite end of the site.
  • The main drainage system ran beneath the primary entryway, requiring careful sequencing of utility work, particularly during construction of Building B.
  • The tight site demanded detailed planning to maintain continuous workflow and safe access for all crews and material and equipment deliveries.
  • Despite these challenges, the project was delivered on time and with no disruption to adjacent properties or public infrastructure.

Environmental Considerations

Located in a high-density area surrounded by residential zones, the Van Nuys site required close attention to environmental and community impact.
  • 17 electric vehicle (EV) charging stalls
  • Drought-tolerant landscaping for long-term water conservation
  • Noise mitigation strategies to minimize disruption to surrounding neighborhoods
  • Coordinated traffic control during major construction milestones

Continued Partnership 

The successful delivery of the Van Nuys Public Storage facility underscores Gray West Construction’s expertise in managing complex, urban projects under challenging site conditions. We are proud of our long-standing partnership with Public Storage and look forward to completing our Sacramento location in the coming months, further strengthening our collaborative success. 

At Gray West, we believe in the power of strong partnerships with our customers and are committed to building with transparency, safety, and quality in mind. 

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