Federal Express needed a last-mile distribution facility adjacent to a primary freeway interchange for their overnight delivery service in the Tri-Valley.
Solution
Because of our extensive knowledge of the region, we were able to uncover an off-market site at a freeway interchange that was critical to FedEx's overnight distribution system. In addition, we effectively carried out creative site planning to integrate the client's requirements with an irregularly shaped site. Our deep experience and detailed knowledge of what was permitted allowed us to make extensive modifications to their generic building specifications without any loss of functionality.
The site was highly visible and the local municipality strongly opposed our use. Through tenacious pursuit of approvals, we were able to overcome their objections to deliver this key site to our client.
Chamberlin Associates completed site selection, site and space design, approvals and permit management, shell and tenant improvement construction, and financing.
Result
Federal Express acquired a long-term lease and a turnkey build-to-suit for a 98,000 square foot distribution building on an ideal site, despite land constraints and city objections.
