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COPT Defense Properties has entered into a 110,000 square foot build-to-suit lease at the University of Maryland's Discovery District, with an expected capital investment of about USD 65 million. The project will be a customised facility aligned with the company's focus on defence- and government-oriented office assets. The Discovery District has emerged as a research and innovation hub with strong links to federal agencies. The transaction highlights steady demand for specialised office space backed by long-term, mission-critical users.
COPT Defense Properties has executed a 110,000 square foot build-to-suit lease at the University of Maryland's Discovery District, strengthening its footprint in a key research-driven real estate cluster. The project is planned as a purpose-built facility designed to meet specific operational and security requirements, aligning with the company's focus on specialised office assets linked to defence and government-related users. Advertisement
The company has indicated that the anticipated capital commitment for the development stands at around USD 65 million. Build-to-suit projects typically involve long-term leasing arrangements, offering income visibility once completed, while allowing tenants to occupy facilities customised to their technical and compliance needs.
The Discovery District at the University of Maryland has gradually positioned itself as a hub for research, innovation, and defence-linked activities, benefiting from proximity to federal agencies, academic institutions, and a skilled workforce. Over the years, the area has attracted tenants involved in advanced technology, cybersecurity, and government contracting.
COPT Defense Properties has historically focused on assets located near major US defence installations and government employment centres. Its portfolio strategy has leaned towards mission-critical office properties with stable tenancy, often supported by long-duration leases and high security standards.
This latest lease reflects continued demand for specialised office developments despite broader uncertainty in the commercial real estate market, particularly for assets that serve government and defence ecosystems.
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