Frequently Asked Questions in Killeen, TX

Storage Unit Rules & Legality

No. It is universally illegal and strictly prohibited by storage facility rental agreements. Storage units are not classified as residential spaces and lack essential amenities like proper ventilation, running water, and residential fire safety features, making them unsafe for habitation. Attempting to live or sleep in a storage unit can result in immediate eviction, fines, and potential criminal charges.

(2) What are the penalties for living in a storage unit?

Possible penalties often include:

• Immediate eviction from the facility.
• Fines outlined in the rental agreement.
• Criminal charges such as trespassing, breaking and entering, or violating local ordinances, as using the unit as a residence is illegal across all states due to zoning and building codes.

A storage unit is generally intended only for storing personal or business items. You can legally:

• Store permitted items like furniture, household goods, business inventory, appliances, electronics, and boxed items.
• Store vehicles like cars, motorcycles, boats, and RVs
• Organize or move your permitted belongings in and out of the unit during facility access hours.

Prohibited activities often include living, running a business that requires customer visits, storing illegal items, storing hazardous materials (flammable, combustible), or perishable food.

(4) Do storage units have cameras in them?

In most cases, no, individual storage units do not have cameras inside of them to protect tenant privacy.

However, most reputable storage facilities use video surveillance cameras to monitor the property's common areas, such as entry/exit gates, hallways, and exterior driveways, for security purposes. Some facilities may also have individual unit alarms.

Storage Unit Sizing & Logistics

Yes. A standard 10x20-foot storage unit is typically large enough to fit a small-to-medium-sized car, truck, or SUV. A 10x20 is roughly the size of a standard one-car garage. Always check the facility's specific rules regarding vehicle storage, including whether the unit is drive-up access and if you must drain the gas/oil beforehand.

(2) Is it cheaper to rent a pod or a storage unit?

Generally, a traditional storage unit is cheaper for long-term monthly rental, but it requires you to transport your belongings to the facility.

Storage pods (portable containers) offer the convenience of being delivered to your location for packing and then moved to a warehouse or your new home. They usually involve higher overall costs due to delivery and transportation fees, but they save on the effort and cost of renting a moving truck and doing the hauling yourself.