It could be, but I still doubt it. McDonald's runs a very tight ship; franchisees have little latitude to go "rogue". It's highly unlikely that a franchisee could shut down one day without corporate approval. They have traditionally welcomed others into their neighborhoods (while still maintaining #1 position, of course).
[Little known unpublished McDonald's fact: Not sure if it's still true, but at one time they honored all competitors coupons. Yes, they'd give you a free Big Mac with a free Whopper coupon.]
[Little known unpublished McDonald's fact: Not sure if it's still true, but at one time they honored all competitors coupons. Yes, they'd give you a free Big Mac with a free Whopper coupon.]