New York-based Developer Expands in Orlando with Fifth Self-Storage Facility

New York-based Developer Expands in Island Estate Group (IEG), led by Shawn and Nicole Kruk, is embarking on its fifth self-storage project, continuing its expansive endeavors in the Orlando market. According to a recent report by journalist Laura Kinsler of GrowthSpotter, IEG purchased a 10.2-acre parcel just north of Poinciana High School for $3.2 million, with plans for a self-storage facility and, potentially, an apartment complex.

IEG, known for its Cube Smart self-storage facilities in the Reunion, Davenport, and Ocoee areas, plans to replace the newly acquired property with two lots. A 1.9-acre portion will host a 43,361-square-foot self-storage facility, with the rest reserved for an apartment complex. With its Employment Center Perimeter zoning, the parcel allows up to five stories of uses and buildings.

Shawn Kruk and Jean Abi-Aoun from Florida Engineering held a pre-application meeting with Osceola County planners. Framing the vision for the new acquisition, Shawn mentioned the possibility of building around 250 apartments in 3 or 4-story buildings. The conceptual plan earmarks the northwest corner for self-storage, placing the building front along Octavia Boulevard and parking at the rear.

Last week, IEG applied for a site development permit for the self-storage facility, simultaneously requesting a second pre-application meeting with the county regarding a proposal to increase the apartment complex's density to as many as 350 units.

The forthcoming plan features three 5-story apartment buildings, a separate 7,500 sq. ft clubhouse, parking, and associated infrastructure on the eight-acre site. The county will require a traffic study for the apartments and might call for a signal at Octavia Boulevard.

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The article provides a comprehensive overview of IEG's plans in clear language. However, Kruk's vision for the apartment complex, including the potential residents or potential rental prices, would lend more substance to the piece. Some insight into the city's take on the massive development or the potential impact on the surrounding community would also interest readers. A link or mention to IEG's official site was missing as a resource for readers to explore this prolific developer further.

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