Scarcity of true medical buildouts in desired locations
High cost of converting retail or office space into compliant clinical use
Strict zoning or use restrictions in some retail centers
Hospital/anchor health system competition dominating submarkets
Need for long-term leases but lack of flexibility from landlords
Tenant Improvement allowances often insufficient for medical-specific needs
Complicated HVAC, electrical, plumbing upgrades required for medical use
HIPAA-compliant layouts and secure patient flow design challenges