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   "why": "Retrofit already built (opp_score 0.0). Median rent $1,434 cited as reason for low opportunity score.",
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    "Traffic data confirms high-volume corridor access."
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    "No current tenant details beyond 'school campus' (no lease terms or occupancy).",
    "Median rent figure provided but no current financials or vacancy rates."
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    "No current tenant name, lease terms, or occupancy rate.",
    "Housing market data (ZHVI $398k) not directly relevant to site use.",
    "Peer mall scores (e.g., Randhurst) not applicable to this site\u2019s status."
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