All Forum Posts by: Will B.

Thanks for the response. If you prefer, I can research your name and examine past posts to obtain the information I was seeking. I guess I should be more explicit, I apologize for being brief. 

I am interested in seeking suggestions, advice and counsel from those who have performed conversions from Class A office buildings, specifically within second tier, 18 hour city located in core/cbd. Is HVAC or building mechanicals an issue, have you encountered high rise residential issues, roof top ADA or similar? Was lease up longer or shorter? What are some major issues with contractors or subs? 

Thanks in advance. 

Do you care to elaborate, specifically about your success in your conversions from Class A to mixed use? If you did that would be great, I am seeking advice on those who have do so. 

that's good

Curious if anyone has converted a Class A office asset to a 'live, work, play' concept in a second tier city? Feedback greatly appreciated especially GC advice.

@Brandon Carlson

Prob not on the second question.

@Nathan G.

Maybe. Depends on the state. They can’t provide dual professional counsel simultaneously, so your broker cannot provide legal advice in the same transaction. It’s a conflict and you can find examples in state’s ethics opinions.

I define "flex space" loosely as a mini industrial park for small time users. Solid blue collar trades that are too big to operate from their garage but not large or stable enough for a stand alone building purchase or lease. HVAC, plumbers, lawncare companies, etc. 

In appearance it's somewhat similar to a self storage facility with rollup doors, 1,000sf +/- suites, 10 to 15 foot interiors, maybe even heavy electrical.  I see these concepts within proximity of major interstates. 

Yes, I'd like to hear from anybody too.