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Fwd: Proposed building next to SPA Catholic High School
From : Bradley Birge <bbirge@saratoga-springs.org> Wed, Sep 02, 2020 08:21 PM
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From: "Mary O'Donnell" <modonnel@skidmore.edu>
To: "Bradley Birge" <bbirge@saratoga-springs.org>
Cc: "Mary O'Donnell" <modonnel@skidmore.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, September 2, 2020 7:50:23 PM
Subject: Proposed building next to SPA Catholic High School
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Mr. Birge,
I am writing to let you know that I am opposed to the building in its present form. It overwhelms the
adjacent properties and lessens the impact of the historic St. Peter's church. Please suggest to
builders that a lower building would fit in better with the scope of buildings on that side of the street.
Thank you,
Mary K. O'Donnell
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Fwd: Height of building at 269 Broadway
From : Bradley Birge <bbirge@saratoga-springs.org> Wed, Sep 02, 2020 05:30 PM
Subject : Fwd: Height of building at 269 Broadway
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Recent correspondence received.
From: "Mary Ellen Ryall" <butterflywomanpublishing@gmail.com>
To: "Bradley Birge" <bbirge@saratoga-springs.org>
Sent: Wednesday, September 2, 2020 5:18:53 PM
Subject: Height of building at 269 Broadway
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My comments:
The building does not fit into the historical architecture. It is too tall, and modern, and sticks
out. The proposed building doesn't fit compared to low rise buildings on both sides. Where is
the green space now? I think it Is not inviting to go to the Visitors Center from St. Peter's
Church? I think it is a misfit. I am expressing myself visually.
At least the tall buildings across the street in front of Congress Park at least fit in.
My best for protecting our historical footprint.
Thank you,
Mary Ellen Ryall
1963 Graduate of St. Peter's Academy
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Dear Bradley and members of the Design Review Commission;
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The project at 269 Broadway was recently brought to my attention.Although I admit I have no ad time to
review the proposal, my first impression is that
It is grossly out of scale for the context of the neighborhood.
The size and mass of the overall project is astounding!
I strongly question the height and how it conforms to the Historic Review Guidelines.
I wanted to express my deep concern for this project.
Sue Davis
Principal Architect
SD Atelier—Architecture, L.L.C.
511 Broadway, 2nd.flr.
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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Mr. Birge,
Another question/concern. Upon listening to the joint mtg. of ,, : - - - : -: •: ruse"'C I am
amazed that no one has questioned the drawbacks of having a "hidden " space for street
people and kids to take advantage of after hours. Living across the street I see the activity
and the potential of negative activity that occurs currently on the street that has a great
potential to culminate in that space. We have a lovely 17 acre civic space right across the
street.
Thank you,
Carol
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Mr. Birge,
I will be a mtg. of DRC this evening. My question: By
What will the noise impact of the heat pump be on e neig •orhood? Heat pumps are
notoriously noisy when they turn on. Will there be more than one heat pump?
Thank you for considering my questions.
Carol Obloy
Resident of 268 Broadway
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