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 "name": "Newman's Airport",
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 "city": "Kalamazoo",
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   "why": "Record explicitly states retrofit is complete and housing exists. No current development opportunities noted (opp_score: 0.0). No evidence of ongoing redevelopment or new construction beyond the 1999 retrofit.",
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    "Housing market data available for Kalamazoo County"
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    "No current owner or management details",
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