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St. James
Gyrodyne
Overview
A proposed mixed-use development on the historic Flowerfield property, including a 125-room hotel, 175,000 square feet of office space, 250 assisted living units, and a sewage treatment plant.
Start Date
The planning and subdivision process began in 2022.
Preliminary subdivision approval granted by the Smithtown Planning Board in March 2022.
The project has been in planning and legal proceedings since 2022. No construction start date set.
Completion Date
To be determined pending legal resolution and final approvals.
Location
Flowerfield property, St. James/Smithtown (63-acre site on Long Island's north shore)
Overview
A proposed mixed-use development on the historic Flowerfield property, including a 125-room hotel, 175,000 square feet of office space, 250 assisted living units, and a sewage treatment plant.
Start Date
The planning and subdivision process began in 2022.
Preliminary subdivision approval granted by the Smithtown Planning Board in March 2022.
The project has been in planning and legal proceedings since 2022. No construction start date set.
Completion Date
To be determined pending legal resolution and final approvals.
Location
Flowerfield property, St. James/Smithtown (63-acre site on Long Island's north shore)
Overview
A proposed mixed-use development on the historic Flowerfield property, including a 125-room hotel, 175,000 square feet of office space, 250 assisted living units, and a sewage treatment plant.
Start Date
The planning and subdivision process began in 2022.
Preliminary subdivision approval granted by the Smithtown Planning Board in March 2022.
The project has been in planning and legal proceedings since 2022. No construction start date set.
Completion Date
To be determined pending legal resolution and final approvals.
Location
Flowerfield property, St. James/Smithtown (63-acre site on Long Island's north shore)
Funding Source
Originally privately funded by Gyrodyne LLC. Now being sold to B2K Smithtown LLC for an estimated $28.7 million, with future development to be privately funded by the new owner.
Funding Source
Originally privately funded by Gyrodyne LLC. Now being sold to B2K Smithtown LLC for an estimated $28.7 million, with future development to be privately funded by the new owner.
Funding Source
Originally privately funded by Gyrodyne LLC. Now being sold to B2K Smithtown LLC for an estimated $28.7 million, with future development to be privately funded by the new owner.
Current Status
August 2025: Gyrodyne sold 49 acres to B2K Smithtown LLC for assisted living facility development
Legal challenges ongoing from Saint James–Head of the Harbor Neighborhood Preservation Coalition
Article 78 petition challenging the development was dismissed, but the coalition has appealed to the Appellate Division
Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) completed and available for public review
Next Steps
Appellate Division review of dismissed lawsuit
B2K to proceed with assisted living facility plans (preserving 40% as open space)
Continued preservation efforts by NY State DEC and Suffolk County
Final approvals and permitting processes
Project Timeline
Pre-2024: Subdivision application and FEIS preparation.
2024: Court approval of environmental review amid opposition.
August 2025: Sale agreement announced.
Current Status
August 2025: Gyrodyne sold 49 acres to B2K Smithtown LLC for assisted living facility development
Legal challenges ongoing from Saint James–Head of the Harbor Neighborhood Preservation Coalition
Article 78 petition challenging the development was dismissed, but the coalition has appealed to the Appellate Division
Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) completed and available for public review
Next Steps
Appellate Division review of dismissed lawsuit
B2K to proceed with assisted living facility plans (preserving 40% as open space)
Continued preservation efforts by NY State DEC and Suffolk County
Final approvals and permitting processes
Project Timeline
Pre-2024: Subdivision application and FEIS preparation.
2024: Court approval of environmental review amid opposition.
August 2025: Sale agreement announced.
Current Status
August 2025: Gyrodyne sold 49 acres to B2K Smithtown LLC for assisted living facility development
Legal challenges ongoing from Saint James–Head of the Harbor Neighborhood Preservation Coalition
Article 78 petition challenging the development was dismissed, but the coalition has appealed to the Appellate Division
Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) completed and available for public review
Next Steps
Appellate Division review of dismissed lawsuit
B2K to proceed with assisted living facility plans (preserving 40% as open space)
Continued preservation efforts by NY State DEC and Suffolk County
Final approvals and permitting processes
Project Timeline
Pre-2024: Subdivision application and FEIS preparation.
2024: Court approval of environmental review amid opposition.
August 2025: Sale agreement announced.
Purpose
Provide senior housing and assisted living facilities for regional need
Create hotel and office space for economic development
Generate tax revenue for local community
Concerns:
Environmental impact on Stony Brook Harbor and marine life
Stormwater runoff and flood risks (highlighted by August 2024 dam collapse)
Traffic congestion and infrastructure strain
Loss of historic Flowerfield property as open space
Pharmaceutical runoff affecting shellfish and marine ecosystem
Purpose
Provide senior housing and assisted living facilities for regional need
Create hotel and office space for economic development
Generate tax revenue for local community
Concerns:
Environmental impact on Stony Brook Harbor and marine life
Stormwater runoff and flood risks (highlighted by August 2024 dam collapse)
Traffic congestion and infrastructure strain
Loss of historic Flowerfield property as open space
Pharmaceutical runoff affecting shellfish and marine ecosystem
Purpose
Provide senior housing and assisted living facilities for regional need
Create hotel and office space for economic development
Generate tax revenue for local community
Concerns:
Environmental impact on Stony Brook Harbor and marine life
Stormwater runoff and flood risks (highlighted by August 2024 dam collapse)
Traffic congestion and infrastructure strain
Loss of historic Flowerfield property as open space
Pharmaceutical runoff affecting shellfish and marine ecosystem
Who Does What
Gyrodyne, LLC:Property owner and original developer
B2K Smithtown LLC:New developer for 49-acre parcel (Bristal Assisted Living)
Saint James–Head of the Harbor Neighborhood Preservation Coalition:Opposition group leading legal challenges
NY State Department of Environmental Conservation:Interested in property preservation
Suffolk County:Supporting preservation efforts
Links
Smithtown Final EIS Documents
Save Flowerfield Fairgrounds
LIBN coverage
TBR News Media
Who Does What
Gyrodyne, LLC:Property owner and original developer
B2K Smithtown LLC:New developer for 49-acre parcel (Bristal Assisted Living)
Saint James–Head of the Harbor Neighborhood Preservation Coalition:Opposition group leading legal challenges
NY State Department of Environmental Conservation:Interested in property preservation
Suffolk County:Supporting preservation efforts
Links
Smithtown Final EIS Documents
Save Flowerfield Fairgrounds
LIBN coverage
TBR News Media
Who Does What
Gyrodyne, LLC:Property owner and original developer
B2K Smithtown LLC:New developer for 49-acre parcel (Bristal Assisted Living)
Saint James–Head of the Harbor Neighborhood Preservation Coalition:Opposition group leading legal challenges
NY State Department of Environmental Conservation:Interested in property preservation
Suffolk County:Supporting preservation efforts
Links
Smithtown Final EIS Documents
Save Flowerfield Fairgrounds
LIBN coverage
TBR News Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of the development?
The original development is facing legal challenges. However, 49 acres have been sold to B2K for an assisted living facility.
Will the property be preserved as open space?
Preservation efforts are ongoing by state and county agencies. B2K has committed to preserving 40% of its 49-acre parcel as open space.
What are the main environmental concerns?
Concerns include stormwater runoff, impacts on marine life, and severe weather risks, as highlighted by the August 2024 Stony Brook Mill Pond dam collapse.
