Part 5/7:
Legal Implications and Crackdowns
The growing trend has drawn attention from property owners and local authorities, leading to legal crackdowns. Many storage unit companies have taken steps to prevent people from living in their facilities, citing the need to comply with state laws governing storage facility usage. For instance, Georgia's Self-Service Storage Facility Act of 2016 clearly states that these spaces cannot be used as residences.
Authorities are increasingly becoming involved, with police efforts focusing not only on dispersing those living in the units but also pursuing criminal cases against those engaging in theft or illegal activities.