Surface Parking and Vehicle Storage
Vacant lots can be temporarily converted into parking facilities to generate short-term cash flow
- Hourly or monthly parking leases cater to nearby businesses, residents, or commuters
- Event-based parking can yield high returns in entertainment or stadium districts
- Storage of commercial fleets, buses, or construction vehicles provides stable income
- Minimal improvements required, with low overhead and flexible terms
Temporary Leasing to Pop-Up Retail or Food Vendors
Underutilized parcels can host mobile businesses that activate the site while generating rent
- Food trucks, coffee carts, or weekend markets are popular interim tenants
- Low-commitment licensing reduces landlord liability and setup costs
- Enhances neighborhood visibility and goodwill before full development
- May include light utility access (water, power) if infrastructure is in place
Equipment Staging and Contractor Laydown Yards
Construction-related storage and operations can be hosted on vacant lots near development zones
- Leased to general contractors, utility crews, or infrastructure agencies
- Used for storing materials, equipment, or trailers during nearby projects
- Requires basic fencing and site preparation but offers steady monthly revenue
- Common near transit expansions or public works corridors
Interim Leasing of Existing Structures
If existing buildings remain functional, they can be leased for short-term occupancy
- Short leases to artists, startups, or NGOs can offer income with low tenant risk
- Co-working, warehousing, or studio use is possible with minor retrofits
- Lease clauses can include flexible termination for redevelopment notice
- Maintains site activity and deters vandalism or blight
