5 Acres LLC: Creating Space for Growth with Reliable Natural Gas

For 5 Acres LLC, a small family-owned business led by a father-and-daughter team, creating high-quality commercial spaces is about more than construction. It’s about helping other  businesses succeed. As they developed a new multi-unit warehouse and commercial facility, reliable energy service became a key part of their vision. 

From the beginning, 5 Acres LLC chose to build around natural gas because of its proven reliability and performance. Their units feature infrared natural gas heating, providing fast,  efficient and cost-effective warmth throughout the warehouse spaces. This helps tenants maintain comfortable working environments while keeping operating costs in check. 

To better serve future tenants, 5 Acres LLC worked with Nicor Gas to install a customized multi-meter infrastructure. Rather than relying on a single bulk system, each tenant receives a dedicated natural gas line and meter, allowing businesses to independently monitor and manage their own energy usage. 

When project timelines became critical, the Nicor Gas team helped keep construction moving forward. After reaching out, 5 Acres LLC received prompt support from project coordinators who accelerated the site evaluation process and ensured service lines were installed on schedule. This partnership helped prevent delays and kept the development on track. 

“Providing a reliable, cost-effective space for our tenants is our top priority,” said Lizzy Sanchez of 5 Acres LLC. “Partnering with Nicor Gas allowed us to deliver exactly that, ensuring every individual unit has the efficient energy it needs to run smoothly.” 

Today, the facility offers energy-efficient spaces that are attractive to a wide range of local businesses. Lower heating and operating costs have become a significant benefit for tenants, helping 5 Acres LLC attract and retain quality businesses within the development. The individual metering approach also encourages responsible energy use by giving each business greater visibility into its consumption. 

Beyond the facility itself, the project is making a positive impact on the community by creating flexible business spaces where companies can grow, expand operations and bring new jobs to the area. 

“What I appreciated most was their communication. The Nicor Gas team was incredibly responsive, kept us updated at every step of the installation, and made a complex infrastructure process feel simple and straightforward.” — Lizzy Sanchez, 5 Acres LLC