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    "Status conflict: record says 'proposed' but permits indicate ongoing development (2023\u20132024).",
    "Housing market data (2026) is future-dated; current market unknown.",
    "No current construction status or completion date provided."
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   "for_a_developer": [
    "Rejection reason implies competing projects exist nearby (Centennial Village 0km).",
    "Retail trend stable (2012\u20132023), but new uses include retail despite rejection reason.",
    "Traffic: Calumet Ave (principal arterial, 35k ADT) supports commercial use."
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    "Status unclear: 'proposed' vs. active permits.",
    "Housing market data is projected (2026), not current.",
    "No parcel details or deal terms provided."
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   "from": "site.lat/lon",
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