I know of two situations that TV denied a business a location because of a non-competition clause in their lease. Square 1 Burgers wanted to go in Brownwood, but because of 5 Guys they had to settle for Pinellas Plaza. Also, Jersey Mike's wanted to go into Pinellas Plaza or Traverse Plaza and they were denied because of Subway. When they inquired about 1500 square foot location at Brownwood, they were denied saying they wouldn't lease smaller than 2000 square feet. Now Subway will have to suffer when Jersey Mike's opens at Trailwinds. The JM's at Lady Lake is #1 in the state of Florida and the new location will be owned by the same franchiser.
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