Elbe, Washington · At the foot of Mt. Rainier
Lease a beverage production site in Elbe, WA, with a contracted municipal water supply through 2117
Raining Mountain LLC offers a site beside the Tacoma Rail line, together with a contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons), for lease to beverage producers. A full well report is available upon request under a signed NDA.
Village Center Zoning
Village Center zoned land for lease near Elbe, WA
A 5.61-acre Village Center-zoned site in Elbe, WA, on the Mt. Rainier route, built for beverage and bottling, available on an NNN ground lease of 30 to 40 years with rent negotiable. The site includes a contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons), three-phase power from Lewis County PUD, and sewer and water service available. Beverage and food processing, including bottling, brewing and distilling, is allowed with a conditional use permit for facilities up to 80,000 sq ft. Site controlled by Raining Mountain LLC.
The Opportunity
A water-ready site for beverage producers
Land, water and rail in one place, on the main route to Mt. Rainier National Park.
Water Supply Volume
Contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons).
Contract Term
Contract term through December 31, 2117.
Water Quality
In 2019 an independent laboratory sampled the source well head for about 150 parameters. None were above any standard. The full well report is available under a signed NDA.
Contracted Use
Contracted use: bottling of drinking water or other beverages.
Zoning
About 5.6 acres (three adjoining parcels). Zoned Village Center (Pierce County). Beverage and food processing, including bottling, brewing and distilling, is an allowed use with a conditional use permit, for facilities up to 80,000 sq ft.
Utilities
Municipal sewer and water service is available to the site.
Logistics & Access
Next to the Tacoma Rail network on SR-7; 45 mi to the Port of Tacoma, 70 mi to Seattle, 120 mi to Portland.
Site & Location
Elbe, Pierce County, WA
On State Route 7 in Elbe, beside the Tacoma Rail line. 45 miles to the Port of Tacoma, 70 to Seattle, 120 to Portland.
- Size: about 5.6 acres (three adjoining parcels)
- Zoning: Village Center (Pierce County); beverage and food processing allowed with a conditional use permit, up to 80,000 sq ft
- Water: contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons), through 2117
- Utilities: municipal sewer and water service available
- Access: SR-7 frontage; next to the Tacoma Rail network
- Water quality: in 2019 an independent laboratory sampled the source well head for about 150 parameters. None were above any standard. The full well report is available under a signed NDA
- Distances: about 45 mi to the Port of Tacoma, 70 mi to Seattle and 120 mi to Portland
- Lease: NNN ground lease, 30–40 years, rent negotiable
- Site control: Site controlled by Raining Mountain LLC
- Power: three-phase power available from Lewis County PUD, with a substation in Elbe
Ideal Uses
Built for beverages
Bottled water (private label or your brand)
Craft brewing
Distilling
Seltzer, kombucha, coffee & tea bases
Lease Structure
NNN ground lease, 30–40 years, rent negotiable
NNN ground lease, 30–40 years, rent negotiable. Lease includes access to a contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons) through 2117. Supply subject to the terms of the water supply contract; residential customers have priority. Franchise and contract-bottling arrangements are also available.
About
Site controlled by Raining Mountain LLC. Based in Elbe, Washington, at the foot of Mt. Rainier.
Heritage
Elbe's railroad heritage
Investor Packet
Request the Investor Packet
Detailed materials are available under NDA. A full well report is available upon request under a signed NDA.
Tell us about your product and volume. We'll follow up by email with next steps and, if you ask for it, our mutual NDA.
Raining Mountain LLC, P.O. Box 444, Elbe, WA 98330
[email protected] · (425) 679-9164
FAQ
Common Questions
What are the lease terms?
NNN ground lease, 30–40 years, rent negotiable. The lease includes access to a contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons) through December 31, 2117. Residential customers have priority.
Where is the site?
On State Route 7 in Elbe, Washington, at the foot of Mt. Rainier, beside the Tacoma Rail line. It is about 45 miles from the Port of Tacoma, 70 miles from Seattle and 120 miles from Portland.
How much water is available?
The lease includes access to a contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons). Residential customers have priority.
How long does the water supply last?
The municipal water supply is contracted through December 31, 2117.
What can I build?
About 5.6 acres (three adjoining parcels). Zoned Village Center (Pierce County). Beverage and food processing, including bottling, brewing and distilling, is an allowed use with a conditional use permit, for facilities up to 80,000 sq ft.
What uses fit the site?
Bottled water (private label or your own brand), craft brewing, distilling, and seltzer, kombucha, coffee and tea bases. The contracted use is bottling drinking water or other beverages.
What utilities are available?
Municipal sewer and water service is available to the site.
Can I see the water quality data?
Yes. In 2019 an independent laboratory sampled the source well head for about 150 parameters. None were above any standard. The full well report is available under a signed NDA.
Is there rail access?
Yes. The site is next to the Tacoma Rail network on SR-7.
Are other arrangements available besides a ground lease?
Yes. Franchise and contract-bottling arrangements are also available. Ask about them when you request the investor packet.
Can I tour the site?
Yes. Site tours are available. Contact us to schedule.
Who controls the site?
Site controlled by Raining Mountain LLC.
Where can I lease a bottling or beverage plant site in WA with a reliable water supply?
A 5.61-acre Village Center-zoned site in Elbe, WA, on the Mt. Rainier route, built for beverage and bottling, with a contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons), beside the Tacoma Rail line. NNN ground lease, 30–40 years, rent negotiable. Three-phase power from Lewis County PUD; sewer and water service available.
Is there Village Center land for lease near Elbe?
Yes. A 5.61-acre Village Center-zoned site in Elbe, WA, on the Mt. Rainier route, is available for beverage and bottling on an NNN ground lease of 30 to 40 years with rent negotiable. It includes a contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons), three-phase power from Lewis County PUD, and sewer and water service available.
How do I get the well report?
The full well report is shared under a signed NDA. In 2019 an independent laboratory sampled the source well head for about 150 parameters; none were above any standard. Request the investor packet on this page and tick "I'd like to receive the mutual NDA." We'll follow up by email with the NDA.
How many gallons a day?
About 357,000 gallons a day on average, from 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons).
Brewery site for lease near Mt. Rainier?
Yes. The ~5.6-acre water-ready site in Elbe, WA, near the Mt. Rainier gateway on SR 706, is available as an NNN ground lease (30–40 years, rent negotiable). It includes a contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons), sewer and water service available, and three-phase power from Lewis County PUD. Site controlled by Raining Mountain LLC.
What beverage uses fit the Elbe Village Center site?
The ~5.6-acre site is zoned Village Center (Pierce County). Beverage and food processing, including bottling and craft brewing, is an allowed use with a conditional use permit for facilities up to 80,000 sq ft. Craft distilling may be possible as a conditional use, subject to county review. NNN ground lease, 30–40 years, rent negotiable. Site controlled by Raining Mountain LLC.
Is there a brewery site for lease near Mt. Rainier?
Yes. The ~5.6-acre water-ready site in Elbe, WA, near the Mt. Rainier gateway on SR 706, is available as an NNN ground lease (30–40 years, rent negotiable). It includes a contracted municipal water supply of 400 acre-feet per year (about 130 million gallons), sewer and water service available, and three-phase power from Lewis County PUD. Site controlled by Raining Mountain LLC.
Is there a site for a brewery or distillery in Elbe, WA?
Yes. The site is zoned Village Center. A brewery or taproom fits a beverage use there. Craft distilling may be possible as a conditional use, subject to county review. Site controlled by Raining Mountain LLC.
Supply subject to the terms of the water supply contract; residential customers have priority.