Big-Box Regulations Aim To Solve Social Issues

California's affluent suburbs remain enticing for retailers. And for most of these cities, the "big box" remains the Holy Grail.

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January 11, 2001, 8:00 AM PST

By Chris Steins @planetizen

While big-box fever continues to affect elected officials, the push to kill big boxes is growing. Labor unions have joined community activists in the fight - especially if the big box in question is likely to sell groceries. And a number of liberal cities are weighing ordinances to keep out big boxes.

Thanks to California Planning and Development Report

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