The egg production facility in Southold, NY will adversely affect the residents' health
The egg production facility in Southold, NY will adversely affect the residents' health
The Issue
The undersigned, as residents and members of the Town of Southold, respectfully submit this petition in strong opposition to the proposed commercial/industrial egg production facility at 2340 Ackerly Pond Lane, Southold. The proposed project—comprising a 6,000–12,000 chicken egg production operation and a 2,100-square-foot barn located approximately 60 feet from adjacent residential properties—is incompatible with the surrounding densely populated residential neighborhood.
Commercial poultry operations of this scale are well-documented to generate unavoidable negative impacts, including persistent odors, ammonia emissions, airborne particulates, pathogenic dust, noise, pests, and increased risk of airborne pathogens. The facility’s proximity to residences places the health and well-being of local families at immediate risk. Children, seniors, and individuals with pre-existing medical conditions are particularly vulnerable to respiratory irritants, reduced air quality, and the potential spread of zoonotic diseases and antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Continuous exposure to ammonia, fine particulate matter, and organic dust may exacerbate asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cardiovascular conditions, and compromised immune systems.
Beyond public health concerns, locating a commercial-scale poultry operation adjacent to residential areas is inconsistent with responsible land-use planning and the character of the Town of Southold. The proposed facility would result in permanent negative impacts on neighborhood character, quality of life, property values, wildlife, and local ecosystems.
For these reasons, the undersigned respectfully request that the Southold Town Planning Board and Town Board reject the proposed commercial egg production facility in its entirety and require a full SEQRA review. The health, safety, and well-being of residents, along with the long-term character of our town, must take precedence over approval of a large-scale poultry operation in close proximity to homes and sensitive populations.
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The Issue
The undersigned, as residents and members of the Town of Southold, respectfully submit this petition in strong opposition to the proposed commercial/industrial egg production facility at 2340 Ackerly Pond Lane, Southold. The proposed project—comprising a 6,000–12,000 chicken egg production operation and a 2,100-square-foot barn located approximately 60 feet from adjacent residential properties—is incompatible with the surrounding densely populated residential neighborhood.
Commercial poultry operations of this scale are well-documented to generate unavoidable negative impacts, including persistent odors, ammonia emissions, airborne particulates, pathogenic dust, noise, pests, and increased risk of airborne pathogens. The facility’s proximity to residences places the health and well-being of local families at immediate risk. Children, seniors, and individuals with pre-existing medical conditions are particularly vulnerable to respiratory irritants, reduced air quality, and the potential spread of zoonotic diseases and antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Continuous exposure to ammonia, fine particulate matter, and organic dust may exacerbate asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cardiovascular conditions, and compromised immune systems.
Beyond public health concerns, locating a commercial-scale poultry operation adjacent to residential areas is inconsistent with responsible land-use planning and the character of the Town of Southold. The proposed facility would result in permanent negative impacts on neighborhood character, quality of life, property values, wildlife, and local ecosystems.
For these reasons, the undersigned respectfully request that the Southold Town Planning Board and Town Board reject the proposed commercial egg production facility in its entirety and require a full SEQRA review. The health, safety, and well-being of residents, along with the long-term character of our town, must take precedence over approval of a large-scale poultry operation in close proximity to homes and sensitive populations.
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Petition created on January 22, 2026