Click here for DEC Comments on Preliminary DEIS
Another major project, entitled "Seven Peaks," has been
proposed for the southern Shawangunks. The Seven
Peaks property envelops 650 acres of the Shawangunks
as it drapes over the ridge top and proceeds down the
eastern flank as well as part of the western slope. (please
refer to map)
This venture incorporates 3 phases: Phase I entails
building a gated community with forty-nine 8500-square-
foot (6 bedrooms, 7+ baths), $8 million houses on 5-acre
or larger lots. Phase II comprises a 200-room hotel,
conference center, spa and restaurants. Phase III
involves further residential development on parcels of 17
and 10 acres.
Notably, this proposal's environmental review must
scrutinize Seven Peaks' impact at full build-out (all 3
phases). Analyzing only one phase at a time is
"segmentation," a State Environmental Quality ReviewAct
(SEQR) violation.
The DEC rescinded its
intent to be lead agency, leaving the Mamakafing Planning
Board to fulfill that role.
Obviously any large-scale venture proposed for the ridge
top should have to undergo the highest degree of
environmental review. We will monitor all relevant events
and intercede when necessary to ensure that the Basha
Kill Wildlife ManagementArea and the Shawangunk ridge
receive the utmost protection.
Click here to read draft scope
Map of proposed subdivision on the Shawangunk Ridge
Basherkill Subdivision
The DEIS is available at the Town of Deerpark Building Department and may be viewed online by visiting www.townofdeerpark.org and scrolling down to Basherkill Subdivision.
Please get involved! This project will produce terrible impacts upon the Basha Kill and Shawangunk Ridge, while negatively influencing the economic health of town and area residents.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Paula Medley,
BKAA President
(845)754-0743
