To support tenant viability within a 3-mile (approximately 5-kilometer) trade radius, a retail site must be backed by sufficient population density and adequate household income levels that justify footfall, spending capacity, and long-term growth potential. These benchmarks vary by city size and tenant category, but there are broadly accepted thresholds that apply across urban, semi-urban, and developing...
Parking ratios and layout standards are critical components of retail site design and are often mandated by local planning authorities as a condition for project approval. These standards ensure adequate customer access, safe vehicular circulation, and compliance with urban traffic management objectives. The exact requirements may vary by city or state, but there are broadly accepted norms in most Indian...
Traffic counts and consumer movement patterns are essential indicators for justifying retail investment on a given parcel. These metrics help assess whether the site has sufficient exposure, accessibility, and customer volume to support tenant success, rental income, and long-term asset value. Retail developers and investors use this data to evaluate site viability, format suitability, and pricing...
Traffic counts and consumer movement patterns are essential indicators for justifying retail investment on a given parcel. These metrics help assess whether the site has sufficient exposure, accessibility, and customer volume to support tenant success, rental income, and long-term asset value. Retail developers and investors use this data to evaluate site viability, format suitability, and pricing...
Anchor and national tenant demand in a trade area depends on the area's demographics, traffic patterns, infrastructure development, and competitive retail landscape. These tenants—such as large-format retailers, quick-service restaurants (QSRs), healthcare chains, banks, and convenience operators—are highly selective and prioritize locations that offer long-term growth potential, visibility, and...
Zoning regulations play a foundational role in determining whether a parcel of land can support multi-tenant or single-tenant retail development. These regulations define permissible uses, density, layout controls, and infrastructure requirements that directly influence both the design and commercial viability of a retail project. The right zoning classification allows for flexibility in tenant mix,...
Visibility and access are two of the most critical success factors in retail site selection. On a selected parcel, these characteristics determine how easily potential customers can find, approach, and enter the property, directly influencing tenant performance, foot traffic, and ultimately the land’s rental and resale value. Here are the key visibility and access features that drive retail...
Selecting the appropriate retail format depends on aligning the site’s demographics, layout characteristics, frontage, access, and surrounding land use with the operational needs and target customer base of different retail formats. Each format offers unique strengths and fits different tenant mixes, land sizes, and consumer patterns. Here’s a breakdown of common retail formats and the site...
The tax treatment of ground lease income for the landowner is governed by India’s Income Tax Act, and the income is generally classified and taxed as “Income from Other Sources” or “Income from House Property”, depending on the lease structure and the landowner’s profile. This treatment affects how the landowner reports income, claims deductions, and meets tax compliance obligations. 1....
Tenants developing projects on ground-leased land often face distinct financing challenges compared to fee-simple land ownership. Since they do not own the land, lenders view their rights as limited, time-bound, and subject to conditions in the lease agreement. These challenges can affect both construction funding and long-term refinancing, making lease structure and documentation critical for securing...
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