Industrial market data sources: 2026 guide for investors

How long is a typical GTA industrial lease term in 2026?

Typical GTA industrial lease terms in 2026 are 5-10 years, with 5-year terms standard for tenants under 50,000 SF and 7-10 year terms standard for tenants over 100,000 SF. Build-to-suit and institutional Class-A leases often run 10-15 years. Shorter sub-3-year terms exist for sublease and short-term storage situations but carry meaningful rent premiums.

What is a free rent allowance in an industrial lease?

A free rent allowance is a period at the start of an industrial lease — typically one to six months — where the tenant pays no base rent. Landlords offer it as an incentive to attract tenants, offset fit-up costs, or close a deal in a softer market. The best free rent deals cover gross rent (base plus TMI), not just base rent.

What clear height should I look for in a GTA distribution centre in 2026?

For most GTA distribution operations in 2026, the right clear height is 36 feet — that's the modern Class-A standard and what every institutional buyer underwrites. Go to 40 feet if you're running AS/RS or high-density racking, accept 32 feet if you're operating at lower throughput in older Brampton or Mississauga stock and the rent savings outweigh the storage density penalty.