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Mr. Reister went on to describe how the first floor would support the company’s day-to-day business
operations, including a retail component dedicated to high-end, cabinet-grade materials such as
domestic hardwood and plywood. He clarified that the retail space was not designed to compete with
existing local businesses but instead to fill a current gap in the regional market.

When asked about the construction style, Mr. Reister explained that the design for Phase Two, the street-
facing portion of the project, had originated from Mr. Harrison and was later refined by local architect Mr.
Jonathan Selway. The first-floor commercial units, he said, would be built using Insulated Concrete Form
(ICF) for enhanced durability and sound insulation, an important consideration for mixed-use buildings
combining retail and residential spaces. He added that the second floor would utilize lightweight,
traditional materials to allow for greater flexibility and easier customization.

Mr. Reister also outlined the housing plan, which included a mix of one- and two-bedroom units. He
noted that some may be designated as short-term rentals (STRs) or long-term rentals (LTRs), depending
on future needs. The STR units, he said, were envisioned as intermediate-stay accommodations for
patients or families visiting the nearby Jack Burbage Cancer Center. He emphasized that the units would
be well-managed and tailored to meet a specific local housing need without competing with standard
hotel offerings.

Mr. Reister clarified that Burley Building Company was under contract to purchase the property from Mr.
Harrison, with the agreement contingent on town approval and final financial closure, both of which were
already conditionally secured. He added that Burley Building intends to be the sole owner and occupant
of Phase 1 and ultimately to develop the entire site, including Phase 2. He continued by saying that the
site is divided into two distinct plats, the rear plat, designated for company operations and staff housing,
and the front plat, planned for potential commercial and residential use. He said Phase 1 activities would
be confined to the rear parcel.

Mr. Cosby raised concerns about the possibility of Phase 2 remaining undeveloped. He emphasized the
need for zoning, density, and parking to be designed in a way that would still support future development
if the phases were separated. In response, Mr. Reister affirmed his commitment to a unified, phased
development and agreed that any significant changes or division of ownership should trigger a return to
the Commission for reapproval. He emphasized that completing both phases was in line with the
company’s long-term strategic and professional goals.

Acknowledging the financial realities of phased development, Mr. Reister reiterated the company’s
intention to complete the entire project. He explained that key infrastructures such as stormwater
management, entranceway improvements, curbing, and sidewalks would be installed during Phase 1 to
benefit the full site and promote long-term efficiency. He also highlighted that the team had collaborated
with Vista Engineering to create a viable stormwater and landscaping plan. Mr. Reister pointed out that
many future residents would likely be employees, thereby reducing the need for additional parking due to
shared transportation needs.

In a follow-up, Mr. Reister explained that “Item 1,” a smaller parcel at the front left of the entrance, was
technically on a separate plat and had initially been intended for residential development. Under the
current plan, however, he said it would serve as the main entrance and infrastructure staging area.

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