HomeMy WebLinkAbout20170676 DeVall Subdivision Advisory Opinion (2) �'t[]f;:l
�l'�. 5j f Tamie Ehinger, Chair
^j�! ; CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS KarenCavotta, ViceChair
� Leslie DiCarlo
�''- A a-- .J DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION Chris Bennett
�� � �'� Leslie Mechem
1'�•_�� City Hall - 474 Broadway Rob DuBoff
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�`='�»�,�.,,;�ti.:;; '�'�� Saratoga Springs, New Yorl< 12866 Ellen Sheehan
Tel: 518-587-3550 x.251 5 fax: 518-580-9480 Steven Rowland,Alternate
Kenneth Ritzenberg, Alternate
ADVISORY OPINION
In the matter of the requested advisory opinion to the Planning Board
PB#201 70676 (201 7.1 1 8)
Devall New Construction
59 Franklin Street
Saratoga Springs, New York 1 2866
involving a proposed subdivision and new single-family residence within the Urban
Residential-4 district, tax parcel #165.59-1 -54, within the City of Saratoga Springs.
Following discussion on this matter on November 6, 2019, the Commission issues the
following opinion:
0 Favorable Opinion
Considerations:
The Design Review Commission notes that in terms of mas sand scale, the revised
principal structure and the accessory qarage are now of acceptable proportion and size
in relation to the original, historic main structure.
With respect to location, the Design Review Commission sugqests that the final location
of the principal structure be revised to provide more buffering space between the
structure and the sidewalk on the Alley side and to provide for sufficient distance, green
space and for a functional porch on the Cherry Street side. Final location is sugqested
further away from both front lot lines.
In addition, the DRC recommends that the garage be located a�proximately 1 7 feet from
the sidewalk to permit the stationing of an auto on the driveway without impeding the
access and movement along the sidewalk.
With respect to the subdivision of this (and future) historic lot(s), the DRC notes that
there is a general concern with the creation of substandard sized lots and, in particular,
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the reduction of historic properties. However, due to the historic precedence and
documentation of previous structures on this site, and in this general location, the DRC
would not object to the proposed subdivision in this instance.
Record of vote: motion to issue favorable opinion made by LMechem, seconded by ESheehan:
passed 6-0
In favor: TEhinger, KCavotta, LDiCarlo, CBennett, LMechem, ESheehan
Absent: RDuBoff
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November 8, 2019
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