CASE STUDY
Harbor Freight Tools, USA
Build-to-suit/Lease
1,000,000-square-foot regional distribution facility
Dillon, SC
A greenfield site selected by Harbor Freight Tools, USA proved challenging because of its:
- high water table,
- lack of improved roads to the site, and
- lack of utilities at the site.
After obtaining all easements, arranging financing and supervising development of design, the schedule dictated starting construction at a less than desirable time of the year— winter. Weather challenges usually delay construction, however an experienced development team can anticipate potential challenges and mitigate their impact on a project schedule.
Working with the local Development Board to secure water, sewer and road grant monies for an entire 500-acre industrial park, made Harbor Freight Tools, USA the first tenant in the park.