Television studios for the institute's in-house productions would be relocated there. Plans for additional housing, including some priced for the local workforce, have also been disclosed.

The project, which has won praise from county officials, would be developed by Baker Cos. Inc. of Pleasantville and Gagne Development Co. Inc.

The Baker Cos. is a commercial and residential real estate developer that has built more than 12,000 homes, and brokers and manages commercial properties, according to its Web site. The site lists current tri-state area residential projects, most with unit selling prices ranging from $350,000 to $500,000.

Gagne Development has sought to develop a number of golf-course and convention center projects both in New York and elsewhere in the country.

Founded in 1946, the non-profit institute is an accredited school that offers two-year associate's and four-year bachelor's degree programs in culinary arts and restaurant management.

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