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Major Japanese developer Sekisui House Ltd. said Monday that it will demolish a nearly completed condominium in western Tokyo, just weeks before transfer to purchasers, after nearby residents complained the building partially blocks the view of Mt. Fuji. Sekisui House, based in Osaka, said it decided to take down the 10-story, 18-unit condominium in Kunitachi, built along a street known for the view of the iconic 3,776-meter peak, due to “insufficient consideration for the impact on the scenery.” The rare move came despite the developer having held meetings with the residents on the matter and…

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