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So Much For Trying To Ban Big Box Retailers

Posted by: Ratna Amin
Thanks to: Ratna Amin
29 March 2004 - 1:00pm

Alameda County, California, might have spoken too soon in passing a big box ban.

Alameda County, California attempted to ban retailers with over 100,000 square feet of footage (and who devote ten percent or more of their retail space to groceries) in all unincorporated areas -- a common goal in many cities and counties these days. The ban may be repealed as soon as this week and Wal-mart, who sued the County, is pleased.

Full Story: Big-box store ban may be repealed
Source: The Oakland Tribune, March 28, 2004
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