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   "why": "Matches peer redevelopments (e.g., Park Forest Plaza, Muskegon Mall) that closed 1996-2004 and adopted housing strategy. Context shows two nearby airfield sites (0km) within 10km.",
   "where_it_stands": "Status: under construction. Verified as draft data. No planning approvals or community feedback in record.",
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    "Adjacent airfield cluster (2 sites within 10km) may inform regional infrastructure planning."
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   "for_a_developer": [
    "Peer projects (5 examples) confirm housing redevelopments on closed airports are feasible. No cost or timeline data available."
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    "No parcel boundaries, deal terms, or planning history provided. Original developer (Short Brothers) not linked to current project. Narrative excerpt describes historical airship use but does not inform current redevelopment."
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