Start with the operating need
A logistics park and a standalone warehouse are not universally better than one another. A useful comparison starts with how the team will use the space.
Location and access
- Check routes, vehicle restrictions and access hours.
- Describe the required loading points, manoeuvring space and links to customers or suppliers.
- Visit the location during a realistic operating period.
Building and services
- Compare clear height, floor loading, loading areas and available utilities.
- Clarify how access, maintenance and shared areas are managed.
- Record which adaptations are included and which remain the occupier’s responsibility.
Commercial comparison
Compare total occupancy cost, contract term, fit-out work and room for expansion. Verify every assumption with the specific owner or operator.
Keep the decision traceable
Use the same checklist for every option and keep notes with the relevant property. Bring qualified specialists into technical or contractual questions.