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went on to describe one existing building that will be used as a wellness center, as they consider this project as more of an upscale campground, and another building that will be new construction that will be a lodge. Chairman Doug Crow stated he saw the lodge was 2,400 square feet, but how big is the existing building that will be the wellness center? Danielle Johnson replied that she does not know off hand. Peter Sorgi stated that the main house would be greater as it has multiple floors. Peter Sorgi went on to describe the submitted documents to include the SWPPPS and all the engineering and architectural plans needed for this submission and review. He noted that they will have to look at and may need to widen the access lanes for fire safety access. This would be fleshed out during the SEQR process and with the fire company comments with the Town Board. Chairman Doug Crow agreed and noted hard packed lanes. Daniel LaPietra also noted that the fire access width would need to be 20 feet and there will be a need for turnarounds in a few spots. Peter Sorgi continued to state that they are looking to only impact an acre of land, and the big picture is to help preserve the historical property. Like the Knox estate, it’s not ideal for a single-family home as it would cost too much to maintain and repair. This included the managing of the slate roof. This property is very unique, and the Town is luckily that the zoning code allows for this type of use. Chairman Doug Crow noted he found the square footage of 3,400 square feet for the wellness center in the parking calculations. Chairman Doug Crow asked whether the parking calculations are required for each use even though the accessory uses are used by the occupants for the sleeping units, is that correct? Peter Sorgi replied that you must look at the situation and determine what the parking is going to be. He went on to describe a scenario in the Village. Asst. CEO Richard Miga interjected that parking will be calculated based on the intent use of the structure and then what the zoning code table establishes for that use. This can be by square footage or by spaces per guestroom. Peter Sorgi stated that he thought the Town code may allow the Town Board to waive those types of requirements. Chairman Doug Crow replied that would be a variance requirement. Asst. CEO Richard Miga concurred with that statement.