Commercial Self-Storage Agreement Protocol

Shipping Container Self-Storage Agreement & Site Protocol

📦 Container Security & Lock Box Specifications

  • Factory Steel Lock Box: All tenant locks must be shielded inside welded anti-tamper lock box housing.
  • Heavy Disc Padlocks Mandatory: Shrouded 70mm stainless steel disc locks required; standard padlocks banned.
  • Door Seal Gasket Check: EPDM rubber perimeter door gaskets inspected annually to maintain wind/watertight seal.

💧 Condensation Prevention & Ventilation

  • Passive Cross-Flow Vents: Minimum 2–4 hooded air vents installed on opposing sidewalls for air exchange.
  • Grawood Bamboo / Marine Plywood Floors: Sealed with polyurethane anti-moisture coating.
  • Desiccant Absorber Recommendation: Tenants storing moisture-sensitive goods must utilize calcium desiccant poles.

⛔ Prohibited Storage & Hazardous Materials

  • ⚠️ Zero Flammable Liquids: Gasoline, propane tanks, fireworks, and volatile solvent chemicals strictly prohibited.
  • ⚠️ No Living Beings / Habitation: Sleeping, living, working, or running businesses inside containers prohibited.
  • Automated 24/7 Gate Curfew: Keypad entry active 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; late-night access requires VIP authorization.

📜 Default, Lien Rights & Self-Storage Statutes

  • 💎 Self-Storage Facility Act: Operator holds statutory warehouseman possessory lien upon non-payment past 30 days.
  • 💎 Overlock & Auction Notice: Unit overlocked after 14 days delinquent; public digital auction conducted after 45 days.
  • 💎 Mandatory Tenant Insurance: Tenant must maintain minimum $2,500 contents insurance policy or opt-in to yard rider.