unviable

British

/ ʌnˈvaɪəbəl /

adjective

not capable of succeeding, esp financially

the pit had proved economically unviable

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They added: "Following further investigation into the condition of the structure ahead of planned repairs going ahead, significant structural issues were identified, indicating that the repairs required would be substantial and economically unviable."

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That statistical change was made possible by high oil prices at the time, which allowed previously unviable projects to look feasible.

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But critics of the BNG principle have complained that the policy can increase costs and cause delays in the planning process, particularly for smaller developers, making some projects unviable.

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Axe Valley Wildlife Park closed its doors in October after saying it had become "financially unviable" to continue operating.

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Leaders said falling pupil numbers and the economic situation have made it financially unviable to keep the site open.

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