It has been determined by the Town Board that planned congregate
housing retirement communities are desirable since they are organized,
constructed, designed and planned to serve the needs of older persons
who no longer wish to provide certain services for themselves. Suitable
and adequate facilities and services for assisted living, including
but not limited to congregate dining, housekeeping services and social,
cultural and recreational activities, meet the needs of older persons
and permit them to enjoy an independent, pleasant and safe lifestyle.
In addition, it is the intent of the Town Board to provide a diversity
of housing types to meet the economic needs of Town of Brookhaven
residents. In particular, the Town Board recognizes the need to provide
workforce and affordable housing units in order to address both current
and anticipated population requirements. Therefore, maximum permitted
densities may be increased to accomplish these goals.
