Why Electrical Infrastructure Matters in Fort Worth Industrial Leasing

Industrial leasing in the Dallas-Fort Worth market is undergoing a noticeable shift. While square footage, location, and access to transportation networks remain important, many tenants are now prioritizing something far more operational: verified electrical capacity. A recent 12,000‑square‑foot lease in East Fort Worth highlights how essential this factor has become for companies that rely on power‑intensive equipment.

Metroport Commercial Group recently represented a growing U.S. operation of an international industrial equipment company in securing space at Riverbend Business Park. Unlike a traditional site search focused on size or layout, this assignment centered on determining whether a building could support the tenant’s production requirements without costly delays or infrastructure upgrades.

Why Power Capacity Is Now a Primary Filter

For many industrial users, 277/480‑volt three‑phase power with sufficient amperage isn’t optional — it’s foundational. Without it, equipment performance suffers, production slows, and tenants face the possibility of six‑figure retrofit costs or long utility lead times. In the Fort Worth market, where many small‑ and mid‑bay buildings lack this level of infrastructure, verifying power capacity early has become a critical step.

As Brent Pennington, CCIM, Industrial Broker at Metroport Commercial Group, explains:

“For industrial users, electrical capacity is no longer a secondary consideration. It directly determines whether a building can support production, scaling, and long‑term functionality. Our role is to verify those conditions early so tenants can make decisions with clarity and avoid unnecessary risk.”

Why East Fort Worth Emerged as the Right Submarket

Through an operational diligence process, Metroport Commercial Group evaluated buildings based on confirmed electrical capabilities. East Fort Worth stood out due to its established industrial utility infrastructure, access to Loop 820, SH‑121, and I‑30, proximity to DFW International Airport, and availability of a skilled labor base. Within this submarket, Riverbend Business Park offered the right combination of electrical readiness and functional layout to support both current operations and future growth.

A Lease That Supports Growth Instead of Retrofits

The tenant ultimately secured a facility with verified 277/480V power, adequate amperage, and a configuration that avoided utility‑side upgrades. This allowed the company to accelerate occupancy, maintain production continuity, and preserve capital for adding equipment rather than funding infrastructure improvements.

This transaction reflects a broader trend in the DFW industrial market: infrastructure‑ready buildings are outperforming commodity space. For tenants, insufficient electrical capacity can limit production and increase costs. For owners, buildings with adequate power attract higher‑quality tenants and maintain stronger long‑term value.

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Metroport Commercial Group
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