While many people enjoy the convenience of living in the inner city and being close to work, food, and entertainment, parking can often be a major issue with so many people packed in to one small area. Those that do not use their cars on a regular basis have no reason to pay an apartment complex for a parking spot, or pay an outrageous amount to keep it in a parking garage on a daily basis, and the natural option is for these people to look in to using local car storage to keep their vehicle safe and secure while they are away. Local car storage facilities usually offer tenants the option of having inside parking or outside parking for their clients. This allows storage customers to choose which option best fits their budget. Both options usually offer the same security with video surveillance, access controlled gates, and security fencing and lighting being a standard in the industry, but those that are looking for an extra layer of security often decide to pay a little bit more money to rent out an actual storage unit for their vehicle. This way they have an enclosed area to protect the vehicle from the weather and those that are looking to break in to storage units, and they will have a door to close on their unit just like they would with a garage at their home. If a local car storage customer chooses a facility that is close to home, the car can be within walking distance and the customer can save money by not paying for a spot with their landlord or at a parking garage in the city.