Aurora, New York Development News

Special Use Permit for 1196 Big Tree Road Sparks Debate on Accessory Uses and Event Limits

The board discussed a special use permit for 1196 Big Tree Road, focusing on whether the spa and gazebo would be considered accessory uses to the campground. There was debate on whether these facilities should be open to the public or exclusively for registered guests. The discussion also touched on parking capacity, winter operation of the campground, and the definition of accessory use in town code, with the applicant arguing that modern campgrounds often offer amenities to the public and that the spa would be subordinate to the principal campground use. A potential condition was proposed to limit parking to 30 spaces, with the remaining required spaces land-banked. The occupancy limits for events, particularly for the pavilion, were also discussed, with the applicant clarifying it's intended for private events hosted by guests, not large public festivals. Concerns were raised about potential traffic, noise, and the scale of events, leading to discussions about defining acceptable event sizes and types.