Industrial Real Estate Questions, Answered

What is a fair escalation clause for a GTA industrial lease in 2026?

For a 5-year GTA industrial lease signed in 2026, a fair escalation clause is 2.5-3% fixed annual increases or CPI cappe…

How many truck-level doors per 10,000 SF should a distribution centre have?

Most active GTA distribution centres need 1 truck-level dock door per 8,000-10,000 SF, meaning a 100,000 SF facility sho…

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…

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-…

Etobicoke vs Mississauga for last-mile logistics

Milton vs Caledon for industrial distribution — which is better?

Milton is the stronger choice for institutional-grade distribution centres in 2026, with deeper inventory of 36-40 foot …