Summary
Extra Space Storage Inc. (EXR) announced on May 27, 2009, a significant strategic shift by immediately winding down its development program due to current market conditions. This decision involves the termination of 16 employees related to the program and will result in one-time charges for development projects not currently under construction, estimated between $19 million and $23 million. Additionally, severance costs are projected to be between $1 million and $2 million. These charges are expected to be recognized in the second quarter of 2009. Despite the wind-down, the Company plans to complete 18 wholly-owned development properties that are already underway, with an estimated expenditure of $50 million to $55 million. Completion of these remaining projects is anticipated by the third quarter of 2010. Investors should note that the Company does not anticipate further cash outlays related to the broader development program wind-down beyond these identified costs.
Key Highlights
- 1Extra Space Storage Inc. is immediately ceasing its development program due to adverse market conditions.
- 2The company anticipates one-time charges between $19 million and $23 million for development projects not currently under construction.
- 3Severance costs related to the termination of 16 employees are estimated to be between $1 million and $2 million.
- 4These charges are expected to be recorded in the second quarter of 2009.
- 5The company will continue to invest approximately $50 million to $55 million to complete 18 remaining wholly-owned development properties.
- 6Completion of the remaining development projects is targeted for the third quarter of 2010.
- 7No other cash expenditures are expected in connection with the development program wind-down.