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From : Michael Ginley <mginley@stewartsshops.com> Fri, Feb 05, 2021 04:17 PM
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Hel lo Ama nda a nd Vi nce:
We are hereby providing you with information that we believe will be helpful to the DRC for the 2/10/2021
meeting. As you know from our previous emails, we believe there is some confusion between the past PB
approvals and the pending DRC approvals.
To help understand the nature of the project and the events that have transpired, we are providing a summary of
the details to date, and we'd ask this email be circulated to the DRC members.
1. Back in 2007, after we purchased it, 96 Ballston Ave underwent significant renovations that required DRC
approval. The DRC visited the site. The improvements were approved by the DRC and thereafter
made to the building. Non-historic elements such as a standing seam metal roof were added to porfions
of the building. Historical concerns were not brought up by the DRC at that time. In addition, at this
fime, we were before both the PB and ZBA for site plan approval and an area variance. SEQRA was done
and neither Board raised historic concerns. (BAP-2007 documents attached).
2. In 2017,the property was then rezoned through the City Council, the Zoning Board of Appeals and the
Planning Board. That rezoning process discussed and envisioned the full redevelopment of this property
under a Transect-5 zoning designafion and again included SEQRA. Never once during that process was
the property discussed in a historical context. (BAP-2017 documents attached).
3. When we submitted our applicafions for Special Use and Site Plan approvals for the townhome project,
the DRC deferred lead agency status to the PB on 1/9/2019 (BAP-2019 documents attached).
4. On 1/10/2019, the PB approved the Special Use Permit applicafion, which had been pending for many
months (BAP-2019 documents attached). During that lengthy approval process, the historic nature of
exisfing buildings being demolished were discussed in detail. Kate Maynard had brought up the issue
previously, and the Preservation Foundation had written a letter dated 1/18/2018 (BAP-2018 attached).
As part of the SEQRA process and in response to the Preservafion Foundafion letter, we undertook
OPRHP correspondence and an archaeological study and provided the reports to the PB for review. A
letter of No Impact was issued by the OPRHP (BAP-2018 documents attached). These reports were
discussed and the PB had no further concerns about the buildings. Reference is made to the
Preservafion Foundafion in the 1/10/2019 approval that is attached. Further, during the 1/10/2019
Special Use Permit approval, SEQR was completed by the PB with specific discussion being given to the
historic quesfions in the long form. The result of the SEQRA discussion was a negafive declarafion.
Moreover, no conditions with the Special Use Permit or Site Plan approval were associated with
obtaining approval from the DRC for the removal of the exisfing buildings.
s. Since the DRC deferred lead agency status to the PB and did not segment SEQRA, we
believe that SEQRA has been completed.
6. It seems to us that this is an administrafive acfion the DRC can and should make based on the prior
review and approvals of this project by the City.
7. We'd ask that this chronology of events be circulated to all DRC members prior to the meefing so that
they can be reviewed and a vote significance taken on 2/10/2021, if required. If possible, we'd ask that
the DRC review the builder's pending applicafion on the colors, materials on 2/10/2021. We have been
through an exhaustive process for this project through the various City Boards over many years and
believed the project to be fully approved. We are not trying to circumvent any process, rather we're
trying to avoid duplicative review of an issue that was clearly addressed and ruled on by the City.
If you need anything further, please let us know. Thank you.
Michael P. Ginley, Esq.
General Counsel
Stewa rt's Shops Corp.
PO Box 43 5
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Ph 518-581-1201 x 4445
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PRESENT: Patrick Kane, Steven Rowland, Richard Martin, Susan Shafer, Gretchen Marcell
ABSENT: Mark Hogan, Chris Bennett
STAFF: Bradley Birge
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Patrick Kane called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. He stated that these minutes are not
a verbatim record of the proceedings.
COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
There were no comments from the Chair.
APPLICATIONS
� 2007.117 BORNEMANN KITCHEN WINDOW REPLACEMENT , 39 George S et
This was an application for historic reviewforthe replacement of a set of kitch indows in an
Urban�Residential-3 District. The applicant was Geoff Bornemann.
Appearing before the Commission was Geoff Bornemann, applic .
SEQR: Patrick Kane noted that the application is identif' as a "Type II" action, because it is
the construction of an appurtenant non-residential cture involving less than 4,000 sq.ft[6
NYCRR Part 617.5 (c) (7)] and therefore, exe from further SEQR review.
ISSUES: Geoff Bornemann said that y are remodeling their kitchen and the existing window
is not appropriate for the house. s a mid-1950s window and they will replace it with a more
vertical Marvin windowthat ches most of the otherwindows in the house.
PUBLIC COMME . There being no further comments from the Commission, Patrick Kane
asked if anyon 'n the audience wished to comment on this application. No one spoke. -
DEC ON: Steven Rowland moved and Richard Martin seconded the motion to approve the
.� plication as submitted. Motion carried 5-0.
� 2007.103 GINLEY AND GOTTMAN HANDICAP RAMP & REMODELING , 96 Ballston
Avenue
This was an application for architectural review for a new entry vestibule, landing, ramp,
windows and sign in an Urban Residential-3 District. The applicants were Michael Ginley and
Steve G ottm a n.
Appearing before the Commission were Michael Ginley and Steve Gottman, applicants, and
John Ginley, architect.
SEQR: Patrick Kane noted that the application is identified as a "Type II" action, because it is
the construction of an appurtenant non-residential structure involving less than 4,000 sq. ft[6
NYCRR Part 617.5 (c) (7)] and therefore, exempt from further SEQR review.
ISSUES: Steve Gottman said that they are attorneys in town and they are under contract to
purchase this property. It has been a residential use and they obtained a use variance for a law
office. They are proposing to paint it and install new windows and a handicap ramp,which
requires an additional entranceway to the front. Michael Ginley said that they have also
submitted a sign that they feel is within the proposed code.
Patrick Kane said that the commission made a site visit. Originally they were talking aboutthe
handicap ramp to the side. Richard Martin said they would like to see the Locust tree say. He
reviewed the elevations with the applicants and suggested extending the porch on the north
elevation so the ramp could come straightfrom the parking lot right up onto the porch. He said
they reviewed the floor plan and it did not iook like a problem. This would require less switch
backs on the ramp. Steve Gottman said that would have been their desired way to do it and
they wanted to keep the tree, but that would require an area variance for the front setback. They
had to sue the Zoning Board of Appeals to get the use variance, so they are not confident they
will get another variance. Steve Gottman said that there are Maple trees in the front. Bradley
Birge said that it was a legal action and and that it was decided. The Design Review
Commission could ask for an advisory opinion on this particular matter, even though this is a
use variance for a commercial use in a residential neighborhood. The intent is to maintain the
residential character and the Zoning Board of Appeals may weigh that information. Michael =
Ginley said that the seller has been in contract for two years and they did not want to hold him
up.
Steve Gottman said there was 30" of rise and requires that switch back. Richard Martin said
that it was 24-28" in the area he suggested. Patrick Kane said the switch back area would get a
lot of rain, ice and snow. Richard Martin said thafi his suggestion would be pitched within the
porch. Patrick Kane said the look and feel of the house would stay the same. Michael Ginley -
said the prominent portion of the suggested ramp would stick out in the front. Richard Martin
said it would balance the porch from one side to the other. Steve Gottman said it may require
an extension of the porch and it would be a significant expense. Richard Martin said that would
be less than the cost of railings and ramp for what they proposed.
Richard Martin asked when the Zoning Board of Appeals could review it. Patrick Kane said that -
he could go with the applicant. He felt this was a logical solution, because it costs less and
keeps them out of the weather. Michael Ginley said they prefer this layout. Steve Gottman said -
it should pitch to the edge of the pavement. Patrick Kane said they should have a decent roof
and paint, and that would tie it all together. Steven Rowland said that the grade would need to
be further evaluated to make sure it works. They need five feet for the landing to the pavement.
Patrick Kane said there was twelve feet of sidewalk. John Ginley said that is existing. Steven
Rowland said they might not need all of it.
Richard Martin asked if there was an elevation showing the porch extended. John Ginley said
the original drawing did not ramp up to the porch. Bradley Birge said that the key thing is to
maintain the residential character instead of concrete and steel and losing a tree. Patrick Kane
said that he felt this was a more spirited solution than their proposal. He reiterated that it was
more cost effective. Steve Gottman said they are supposed to go before the Planning Board on
November 28, 2007.
City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes-Thursday,November 15,2007-Page 2 of 7
Patrick Kane said that he did not have any issues with the colors. Susan Shafer said she liked
the sign because it was a normal size. John Ginley said that they need to keep the parking
within the setback. Michael Ginley said that if the Chairwould be willing to go to the Zoning
Board of Appeals with them, they would agree to it. He said they could measure it out tomorrow
to determine what they can do. John Ginley said that he did not see how the root structure
would work unless they built a wooden ramp. Richard Martin said it should be on columns and
not necessarily solid footing. Michael Ginley asked if it would be a wood deck. Richard Martin
said it does not necessarily need to be, but it would need to be on footings or piers.
Patrick Kane said the commission would be willing to meet them on site again if need be.
Bradley Birge said that if the submission were digital that would be best to scan to the Zoning
Board members. It would need to show what exists and what they are proposing. The applicant
agreed to meet the commission on site on November 16, 2007 at 8:30 a.m.
Patrick Kane said that the commission could discuss the paint, sign and windows now. They will
conclude the ramp later. Susan Shafer asked if the body of the house was tan and the trim was
white. Michael Ginley said yes. Pa�rick Kane asked if the sign was lit. Michael Ginley said they
had not talked about that yet. Steven Rowland said that he preferred crown lights shining up. It
appears there is a fixture in the photo. They agreed to a ground lit sign, excluding high pressure
sodium. Steven Rowland said that it should be a metal haylight fixture.
John Ginley said that all the utilities for the building come in at the corner they are now
proposing the ramp. Richard Martin said if they were on the piers it should not be an issue.
John Ginley said he did not get an answer from National Grid about bridging it. He thought they
might require a section that shou(d be removed. Richard Martin said it was a conduit or a
sleeve, and he�did notthink it was an issue. John Ginley said he was still concerned if they had
a problem and needed to dig the area up.
PUBLIC COMMENT: There being no further comments from the Commission, Patrick Kane
asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. No one spoke.
DECISION: Steven Rowland moved and Richard Martin seconded the motion to approvethe
application as submitted with the following conditions: 1) The applicant will return for
administrative approval of potential revised ramp scheme following the Chair's attendance at a
�future Zoning Board of Appeal's meeting to speak on behalf of the applicant in regards to the front
setback requirement to keep with the residential character that the Design Review Commission is � -
trying to maintain in that area by maintaining the mature trees that the Design Review
Commission is in favor of and; 2)The sign is included and it shall be ground lit with white lighting.
Motion carried 5-0.
� 2007.118 LOBIONDO DEMOLITION AND SUBDIVISION , 172 Ballston Ave
This was an application for architectural review for proposed demolition of ' ting structure to
construct a 4 lot residential subdivision in an Urban Residential-2 ' ct. The applicant was Mr.
LoBiondo.
Appearing before the Board were Tom Frost itect, and Mike Brooks, surveyora
SEQR: Patrick Kane noted tha application is identified as a SEQR "unlisted" action.
Mike Brooks said it is an existing structure and it is not in the best of shape. He did get an
appraisal a e thought the number would be higher. They are proposing a four lot subdivision
in pl of the existing structure. They have received a favorable recommendation from the
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PRESENT: Amy Durland; Chair, Jamin Totino; Vice-Chair, Lou
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Michael Perkins, Laura Rappaport, L. Clifford Van Wagner, Mark Torpey
ABSENT: No one
STAFF: Bradley Birge, Director of Planning & Economic Development
Jaclyn Hakes, Principal Planner
CALL TO ORDER
Amy Durland called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
REPORT ON ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS BY THE CHAIR '
There were no administrative actions reported.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECORDING OF PROCEEDING
Amy Durland said the proceedings of this meeting are being taped for the benefit of e
secretary. Because the minutes are not a verbatim record of the proceedings, th inutes are
not a word-for-word transcript of the recording.
COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
Amy Durland presented a summary of the Planning Board's activ' ' s since she has had the
privilege of being chairman. She said thatforthe pastfour mo s that she has been chairman,
her focus has been on Board procedure and a lot has bee ccomplished in a short time.
She said that they have managed to transition to a Imost totally new planning staff and they
are terrific. A new Planning Board caravan has een initiated so the members of the Planning
Board and staff can visit application sites t ther. She said that for those who are able to
participate, it has been valuable and it y be worth exploring alternating caravan schedules to
include more members. She thanke lifford Van Wagnerfor driving.
She arranged for the Plannin oard to receive two hours of training in SEQRA matters and
other issues from the Pla ing Board counsel. Because of the expertise of Planning Board
member Mark Torpey iscussions have been initiated about the role of sustainability as a
Planning Board fo and hopefully there will be more to come on this.
Amy Durla said that together with the chairs of the other Boards, they are in the process of
initiatin ial "joint review board meetings"for major projects for those applicants who may want
the ortunity to present to all the city land use review boards at the same time. She said there
' be more details on this initiative in the future.
City of Saratoga Springs Planning Board Minutes-Wednesday,December 12,2007-Page 1 of 24
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Amy Durland asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on the
application. No one spoke.
Amy Durland asked if there has been any outreach to the neighbors. Mr. And Mrs. DiCar said
that the neighbors have looked at the plans and have had no particular comments.
Dave Carr said that the two street trees and one street light are required based per linear
footage of frontage. Amy Durland asked how the parking spaces would be d ' eated. Dave
Carr responded that the concrete could be painted in such a way that it lo s more grassy from
a distance. He said they are interested in an environmentallyfriendly b ' ding as close to lead
certification as possible.
Clifford van Wagner asked if the builidng has to be sprinkled b ode. The DiCarlos said they
are not sure and the architect is checking on this. Dave Carr aid the water service in the area is
sufficient to install a sprinkler system.
Mark Torpey asked what material the surface exter' is and Mr. DiCarlo said they are
considering cement board but investigating differ t materials.
Jaclyn Hakes said that the applicant is wor ' g on the stormwater issue, particularly the capping
at respective mains on George Street.
Michael Perkins said the Board sh Id make a decision on the parking, he thinks it might be a -
good idea to have an extra par ' g space. The board and staff agreed to waive the parking
requirements.
DEPARTMENTAL CO ENTS: City Engineer: "Letter of credit revisions"; "Stormwater
management report r visions"; "See plans for specific comments"; "Provide water connection
detail"; Departme of Public Works: "Existing water and sewer service must be disconnected
and capped at r spective mains at George Street."; Public Safety: None; Other: "Please add
revision date o the cover of the stormwater management report."; "Please include project title
and inform ion in the title block in the bottom right corner of the cover sheet."
DEC ON: Michael Perkins moved and Cliff Van Wagner seconded the motion to approve the
sit plan with the condition that the parking requirement of eight spaces is waived and changed
nine parking spaces.
� 07.096 GINLEY&GOTTMAN LAW OFFICE : 96 Ballston Avenue
This was an application for site plan review for a law office in an Urban Residential-2 District.
The applicant is Steve Gottman and Mike Ginley.
Appearing before the Board was Steve Gottman and Mike Ginley, applicants; and Jack Ginley,
Architect.
BACKGROUND: It was noted that the Design Review Commission (DRC) has reviewed and
requested a modification to the ramp which requires an area variance from the Zoning Board of
Appeals (ZBA). The ZBA approval for area relief was granted on December 3, 2007.
INTENT: Steve Gottman said they do not plan to make any major changes to the structure
except the addition of a handicap ramp.
City of Saratoga Springs Planning Board Minutes-Wednesday,December 12,2007-Page 21 of 24
Handicap Ramp: The ramp was included in new drawings delivered to the planning office today.
Steve Gottman said the drawings address additional technical details; they had to acquire an
area variance to incorporate a handicap ramp because the ramp needed to be moved to the
front of the building in order to save a very old tree. He said that the change resulted in the loss
of some of the deck in orderto accommodate the ramp; they angled the ramp downward to get
the required length without impacting the parking lot at the suggestion of Rich Martin, a member
of the City's Design Review Commission.
Lighting: Steve Gottman said that some of the lighting is already at the side entrance and they
will add a post lamp in the parking lot. Motion detector lights are on the side of the building.
Bradley Birge said that the exterior lighting forthis projectwas not discussed by the Design
Review Commission (DRC). Steve Gottman said they could remove the spots since the
handicap ramp has been moved; there is one residen�ce on the other side of the building. Amy
Durland cautioned the applicants to try to minimize outside lighting for the sake of the neighbors
and down face lights except the one which is an up face light at the suggestion of the DRC.
Trees and grass: Steve Gottman said that the DRC wanted to preserve the locust trees and the
maple tree on the parcel. Amy Durland suggested that the applicant consider the concrefie grass
approach since the plan has a lot of concrete. The applicant and the architect are ok with that
suggestion.
Curbs and Sidewalks: Steve Gottman said that they are using the existing cu�rb cut. Amy
Durland said that this is the Planning board's opportunity to require curbs and sidewalks. Steve
Gottman said they are proposing sidewalks along the parking lot, but no curbs along Route 50.
Catch basin: Steve Gottman said that they are tying in the existing drain and the catch basin
and the infi(tration and percolation is just over one minute so it is all sand and there are no water
problems in the basement.
TECHNICAL; It was noted that a Letter of Credit amount and expiration date must be set prior to
approval. A cost estimate is needed to determine the letter of credit amount. The applicant must
address and complete the items on the checklist, submit a stormwater report and standard city
details and show connections of the utilities and existing utilities on Ballston Avenue. A Building
Permit is required for proposed interior alterations. Amy Durland encouraged the applicant to _
address all technical items as soon as possible.
SEQR: It was noted that this is a type II action because it could be considered as an addition to
a single-family house or it is an addition of less than a 4,000 square-feet for non-residential use.
SARATOGA COUNTY PLANNING BOARD REFERRAL: "No significant County-wide or inter-
community impact" Per the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City and the
County Planning Board.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Amy Durland asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on the
application. No �one spoke.
DEPARTMENTAL COMMENTS: City Engineer: "Need items listed on the checklist-not
complete."; "Need stormwater report"; "Need standard city details"; "Show connections of utilities
and existing utilities on Ballston Avenue"; "See plans for specific comments"; Department of
Public Works: "Sheet#2 indicates connecting existing catch basin (more likely a drywell) to the
City's storm sewer. There is no city storm sewer on Ballston Avenue in proximity of the
City of Saratoga Springs Planning Board Minutes-Wednesday,December�12,2007-Page 22 of 24
property." Department of Public Safety: Code Enforcement: "Building permit is required for
proposed interior alterations."
DECISION: Clifford Van Wagner moved and Lou Schneider seconded to approve the site plan
as shown with no requirements for curbs and the following conditions: That the rear of the
parking lot is filled with the grass permeable pavers and 2)That the light on the south side
elevation be down-facing and 3) Compliance with ail requirements for the project listed by the
Zoning Board of Appeals and the Design Review Commission.
Ayes all, motion carried 7-0.
Amy Durland said that ail technical items including those cited by the City Engineer under
department comments should be addressed.
Amendment: Clifford Van Wagner moved and Jamin Totino seconded to amend the motion of _
the site plan approval to include the condition that all of the comments made by the city engineer
under"Departmental Comments" be addressed. Ayes all, motion carried 7-0.
� 07.109 LOCAL LAW#10 MS4 STORMWATER PROGRAM ADVISORY OPINION TO
THE CITY COUNCIL
This is a request for an advisory opinion on a proposed Local Law#10 relating to e required
MS4 Stormwater Program regulations.
The applicant is Paul Male, City Engineer.
The City Engineer discussed this advisory opinion with the Board ring the workshop.
BACKGROUND: It was noted that the adoption of this law is quired to occur by January 8,
2008 by the New York State Department of Environmental onservation (NYSDEC) under
Phase II Stormwater Regulations. This is an unfunded ndate by the Environmental Protection
Agency(EPA) and passed to NYSDEC and local mu 'cipalities.
Jamin Totino said that part of what would be ill al is the tapping of a sump pump into the storm
sewer. Clifford Van Wagner said that sump p ps cannot be discharged into the sanitary
sewer. Mark Torpey said it seems that the umber of one-tenth of an acre is arbitrary, and he is _
concerned that it would require too muc work for either the applicant or the stormwater
manager.
Bradley Birge said that in an ar of greatest development, the City Engineerwould have the
burden of the additional wor ut they must ensure that the urbanized area is encompassed.
Amy Durland said she is ' ing to accept this based on the City Engineer's input.
Michael Perkins said e does not like the number of one-tenth of an acre, and recommends
going below one e because one-tenth is too far beyond the intent of the law of the
Department of vironmental Conservation (DEC). Clifford Van Wagner said that the acreage
is picked bec se of the issue with the Celtic Treasures store and the old Y. Bradley Birge said
that those ' es are the reason that Paul Male picked the size. Michael Perkins said he would
recomm d using one-quarter of an acre.
Mar Torpey said that the Board's recommendation to the City Council could indicate the size of
t, acreage.
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r��Egh�arhood ���r��ter or ��trimen� �o n�arby prop�rt��s. Sir��e t}�� �upr�me Court ov�rtur���
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�4. Thi� varia��e w�El na� have ar� �dv�rs� phy,si�ai or env�r�nr�erttaf effec� on t�� ne�ghb�rhoa�.
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NOTICE OF
• ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
In the matter of the request for administrative action relating to application
#2007.103
Ginley&Gottman
96 Ballston Ave
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
to: approve final details including the front,pprch and ramp as shown on the drawings submitted to
the Zoning Board of Appell§srLi2ap 07 and the Planning Bod on 1 Lain_ar .
the Chairperson of the Design Review Commission finds that,in accordance with Section 8.3 of the Rules
and Regulations of the Design Review Commission,the requested action is not substantive in nature and is
not contrary to the intent of the original Commission decision. Therefore,the request for administrative
action,as described above, is approved.
The Chair shall report the result of this action at the Design Review Commission op January 27, 2008.
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File
July 5, 2017
r.. CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS
City Council Meeting
CityCouncil Room
7:00
OR A'Tt-P
6:40 PM P. H. —Amend Chapter 148 of the City
Code
6:45 PM P. H. —Amend Capital Budget for
Woodlawn Avenue Water
Main Project
6:50 PM P. H. —Amend Capital Budget for
Downtown Connector Project
6:55 PM P.H. — Ballston Avenue Zoning
Amendment
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
SALUTE TO FLAG
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD / 15 MINUTES
PRESENATIONS
EXECUTIVE SESSION
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of 6/13/17 SPA Housing Inclusionary Zoning Amendment Minutes
2. Approval of 6/19/17 City Council Meeting Minutes
3. Approval of 6/19/17 Pre -Agenda Meeting Minutes
4. Approve Budget Transfers — Regular
5. Approve Budget Amendments — Regular (Increases)
6. Approve Payroll 6/23/17 $473,666.48
7. Approve Payroll 6/30/17 $497,908.55
8. Approve Warrant: 2017 Mid — 17MWJUN2 $11,471.82
9. Approve Warrant: 2017 —17J U L 1 $116001470.53
MAYOR'S DEPARTMENT
1. Discussion and Vote: Approval of 2017 — 2018 Housing Authority Salaries
2. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for the Mayor to Sign Change Order #1 with Kompan, Inc. for the
West Side Rec Playground
3. Discussion and Vote: Authorization from City Council to Absolve the Square Footage Fee for Pitney
Meadows Community Farm
4. Discussion and Vote: SEQRA Determination for Geyser Road Trail
5. Discussion and Vote: SEQRA Determination for Ballston Avenue Zoning Amendment
6. Discussion and Vote: Ballston Ave Zoning Amendment
7. Discussion and Vote: Approval to Pay Miller, Mannix Invoice
City Council Meeting
7/5/17
No one spoke.
Mayor Yepsen closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m.
Amend Capital Budget for Downtown Connect ro'ect
Mayor Yepsen opened the public h ng at 6:50 p.m.
Mayor Yepsen advised t ' is to add money to the capital budget for the downtown connector. The City
will need to make a ribution of $983,238.
No one spo
M r Yepsen closed the public hearing at 6:55 p.m.
Ballston Avenue Zoning Amendment
Mayor Yepsen opened the public hearing at 6:55 p.m.
Commissioner Franck recused himself and left the room as he owns property in the area being discussed.
Susan Barden of the Planning Department explained the area in the proposal now consists of 14 parcels.
Steve Gottman, applicant, advised the change is more compliant with the Comprehensive Plan. The area
is no longer residential and is a truck route. The City and County Planning Boards recommended this
change and will promote better land use at the core into the City.
Mike Ginely, co -applicant, stated it is better to bring the more intensive dense use into town rather than go
outside the town.
No one spoke.
Mayor Yepsen closed the public hearing at 7:04 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Yepsen called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
PUBLIC COMENT
Mayor Yepsen said the public comment period is limited to a total of 15 minutes and individuals are
limited to two minutes.
Mayor Yepsen opened the public comment period at 7:05 p.m.
Bonnie Sellers of Saratoga Springs stated in regards to #3 on the Mayor's Agenda and being a member of
the Open Space Committee, her concern is where it is going to be placed behind the house and especially
where it is going to go behind the farm.
Sam Burton of Saratoga Springs thanked Commissioner Mathiesen for working on the ethics code. These
adjustments are a good start.
Page 4 of 14
City Council Meeting
7/5/17
Discussion and Vote: SEQRA Determination for Ballston Avenue Zoning Amendment (17-203)
Commissioner Franck recused himself from this item and the next and left the room as he owns property in
the area of the project being discussed.
Susan Barden of the Planning Department reviewed Part 1 of the SEQRA short form (attached) with the
Council and the Council provided their answers to each of the questions in Part 2. She reminded the
Council they are looking at rezoning of an area, not reviewing a specific project.
Commissioner Madigan advised she felt it is a good idea to recommend a T-4.
Council engaged in much discussion regarding the answers to questions #2 & 3.
Commissioner Madigan stated she is comfortable with the zoning change being recommended as it is in
line with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Commissioner Mathiesen read the definition of T-5 and T-4. The T-4 would work well here and T-5 would
open it up to uses other than what traditionally has been there.
Commissioner Madigan stated she is going to support the change in front of them as it is in line with the
Comprehensive Plan.
Susan Barden stated they are trying to align the zoning map to be in accordance with the complementary
core.
Brad Birge advised the Council needs to answer #s 2 & 3 before they can move to the motion.
Commissioner Scirocco stated it is going to take Planning Board approval to do something in this district.
To be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, T-5 is the way to go.
Steve Gottman, applicant, stated there was a court decision that said the area is no longer a residential
area and that is why the use variance was granted. Now, 4 of the 14 parcels are commercial uses.
Mayor Yepsen moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded that #2 is "No, or small impact may
occur" and it is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Commissioner Mathiesen stated he feels this could be a change in the use or intensity; there is a potential
for a moderate or large impact.
Ayes — 3
Nays —1 (Commissioner Mathiesen)
Mayor Yepsen moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded that #3 is "No, or small impact may
occur" based upon our Comprehensive Plan calls for and based upon the proposal in front of us.
Commissioner Mathiesen stated he has the same argument as previously.
Ayes — 3
Nays —1 (Commissioner Mathiesen)
Mayor Yepsen moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded the City Council approve a negative
SEQRA determination for the Ballston Avenue zoning amendment.
Ayes - All
Page 7 of 14
City Council Meeting
7/5/17
Discussion and Vote: Ballston Ave Zoning Amendment (17-204)
Mayor Yepsen moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to approve the Ballston Avenue
zoning amendment as presented.
Commissioner Mathiesen stated he would rather see a T-4.
Ayes — 3
Nays —1 (Commissioner Mathiesen)
*Commissioner Franck returned to the meeting.
Discussion and Vote: Approval to Pay Miller, Mannix Invoice (17-205)
Mayor Yepsen moved and Commissioner Mathiesen seconded to approve to pay Miller, Mannix
invoice as listed with the agenda.
Ayes - All
Set Public Hearing: Donation of Land Utilizing Open Space Bond Hearing
Mayor Yepsen set a public hearing for Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 6:55 p.m.
Set Public Hearing: Capital Budget Amendment to Utilize Open Space Bond Funds for the Acquisition of
Crown Oil Property
Mayor Yepsen set a public hearing for Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 6:50 p.m.
Discussion and Vote: Amend the Capital Budget — Saratoga Greenbelt Trail Downtown Connector (17-
206)
Tina Carton, sustainability coordinator, advised this is to amend the capital budget for $3,800,292. The
City received money from various grants, will need to bond some money, and will be using some funds
from recreation funds.
Mayor Yepsen moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to amend the capital budget Saratoga
Greenbelt Trail Downtown Connector.
Ayes — All
ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT
Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Electric Contract with Engie Resources, LLC (17-
207)
Commissioner Franck advised that each year our energy broker looks for the best rate per kilowatt hour for
electric services. We have the option of a 12 months or 24 months contract. This year Engie Resources,
LLC came in with the best rate. The rate per kilowatt hour for a 12 month contract is $0.04784/kWh and
$0.04814/kWh for a 24 month contract.
Commissioner Franck moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to authorize the mayor to sign
a 24 month contract with Engie Resources, LLC for $0.04814 per kilowatt hour.
Ayes — All
Page 8 of 14
P r e s e r v a t 1 o n Foundation
January 18, 2018
Mr. Mark Torpey, Chair
Planning Board
F 0 R
City Hall
P PE S ERVAT I ON
474 Broadway
F0 kE A. 11- 8
Sarato........................................ 9 a Springs, N*Y 12866
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RE: 96 Ballston Avenue
Dear Mr. Torpey,
The Saratoga Springs Preservation 10 n Foundation has reviewed the application for proposed
town house development,at 96 and 116 Ballston Avenue.
Board of Directors The Foundation has done preliminary research on the histofic house located at 96
Linda Harvev-Opiteck Ballston Avenue. The house is located on land that was fo-rinerly the Woodlea estate of
Pnsidcnt John K. Beekman., In 1873 a map was drawn. to, subdivide the fernier Woodlea estate. At
Bill Willard that time a few lots were sold .and houses were built. on Union, Perry, Aletta, South (now
Vice. President Lincoln Avenue) streets, and on the corner of Ballston Avenue and Livingston Street. A
neighborhood of modest hoin.es developed along Union, South, Finaly- and Perry streets
Matthew VeItch, and on both sides o
Treasurer f Ballston Avenue leading to Geyser Spring., More research is needed,
'
but the house appears to have been constructed circa 1,90.6 based on the inforination. thus
JessicaNiles fr and the architectural style of the house. The house may be eligibl . e for listingr on the
Secretary
National Register of "Historic Places,
Caroline C-ar(lone
ShaneCassidy The house may be eligible for listing on. the National. Register. of Historic Places. It
ia Corbett I s n
Alicia Czerwinski should be noted that the Design Review Commission may deem the house as
Rowena Daly architecturally or historically significant, in which case the criteria -for. deniolition as
Sedi D, Finkell
fames Gold Outlined in the -Architectural Review Ordinance will. need to be net. The Foundation
U7 bralfl- recommends that the Design Review Cornmiss*iion provide an advisory opinion regarding
Douglas Ken- 2
Richard King the demolition of this historic structure.
Michelle Paquette-Deuel
Cbidy Spence. Thank you in advance for your thoughtful consideration.
Mereditli Wootford.
Sincerely,
James Kettleivell
emeritus
Matthew E. Veitch S mantha Bosshail
President Executive Director
Cc Kate Maynard, Principal. Planner
EDP LLP, Agent
Ballston Avenue Partners, LLC, Appliant
Steve Rowland, Chair of the Design Review Commission
Bradley Birge, Administrator of t1le, Office of Planninand Economic Development
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December 20, 2018
ROSE HARVEY
Commissioner
Ms. Kirsten Dymond
Assistant Archaeologist
Curtin Archaeological Consulting Inc
61 Rowland Street
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Re: DEC
Ballston Avenue Townhouses
Finely St & Ballston Ave, Saratoga Springs, Saratoga county, NY
18PRO8059
Dear Ms. Dymond:
Thank you for requesting the comments of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic
Preservation (OPRHP). We have reviewed the project in accordance with the New York State
Historic Preservation Act of 1980 (Section 14.09 of the New York Parks, Recreation and
Historic Preservation Law). These comments are those of the OPRHP and relate only to
Historic/Cultural resources. They do not include potential environmental impacts to New York
State Parkland that may be involved in or near your project. Such impacts must be considered
as part of the environmental review of the project pursuant to the State Environmental Quality
Review Act (New York Environmental Conservation Law Article 8) and its implementing
regulations (6 NYCRR Part 617).
Based upon this review, it is the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic
Preservation's opinion that your project will have no impact on archaeological and/or historic
resources listed in or eligible for the New York State and National Registers of Historic Places.
If further correspondence is required regarding this project, please be sure to refer to the
OPRHP Project Review (PR) number noted above.
Sincerely,
Michael F. Lynch, P.E., AIA
Director, Division for Historic Preservation
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Division for Historic Preservation
P.O. Box 189, Waterford, New York 12188-0189 - (518) 237-8643 - www.nysparks.com
PHASE 1 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY
BALLSTON AVENUE TOWNHOUSES
96-116 BALLSTON AVENUE
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS
SARATOGA COUNTY, NEW YORK
Prepared for
Ballston Avenue Partners, LLC
96 Ballston Avenue
Saratoga Springs, New York 12866
Prepared by
Curtin Archaeological Consulting, Inc.
61 Rowland Street
Ballston Spa, New York 12020
Report Authors:
Edward V. Curtin, Ph.D.
Kirsten Dymond, B.A.
December 2018
MANAGEMENTSU01MARY
SHPOProjest Review Number:
Involved State and Federal Agencies: DEC
Phase of Survey: Phase 1
Location Information
Location: 08-118Ballston Avenue
Minor Civil Division: Saratoga Springs
County: Saratoga
Survey Area
Length: 11Om(3G1ft)
Width: 98 m (315f)
Number ofAcres Surveyed: 1.4a(58ha)
USGS 7.5 Minute Quadrangle Map: Saratoga Springs
Archaeological Survey Overview
Number and Interval of Shovel Tests: 23 @ 7.5-15 meters
Number and Size ofUnits: n/a
Width ofPlowed Strips: n/o
Surface Survey Transect Interval: n/o
Results of Archaeological Survey
Number and Name ofPrehistoric Sites: O
Number and Name ofHistoric Sites: O
Number and Name ofSites Recommended for Phase ||/Avoidenoe:O
Results of Architectural Survey
Number ofbu)/dingm/struotures/oemetehemwithin Project Area: U
Number ofbui|dingm/struotureu/cemeterieaadjacent to Project Area: O
Number ofpreviously determined NR Listed or Eligible
build ingm/struotureo/cemetehos/diathcto: O
Report Authors: Edward V. Curtin. Ph.D. and Kirshen Dymond, B.A.
Report Date: December 2O18
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................................1
Project Location and Description.............................................................................................. 1
Scopeof Work.......................................................................................................................... 1
ENVIRONMENTALSETTING..........................................................................................................1
SITEFILES RESEARCH..................................................................................................................2
NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES.............................................................................3
PREVIOUS ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH...............................................................................3
HISTORICMAP RESEARCH...........................................................................................................3
MAP DOCUMENTED STRUCTURES.............................................................................................4
PRIORDISTURBANCE...................................................................................................................4
ARCHAEOLOGICAL SENSITIVITY.................................................................................................5
PHASE 1A SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS.....................................................................5
PHASE 1 B ARCHAEOLOGICAL FIELD INVESTIGATIONS...........................................................5
PHASE 1B ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY RESULTS....................................................................5
ShovelTesting.......................................................................................................................... 5
SoilStratigraphy....................................................................................................................... 6
Artifacts..................................................................................................................................... 6
PHASE 1 B FIELD SURVEY SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION.............................................7
REFERENCES................................................................................................................................. 8
APPENDIXA: FIGURES..................................................................................................................9
APPENDIXB: PHOTOS.................................................................................................................24
APPENDIX C: SHOVEL TEST PIT RECORD................................................................................30
APPENDIX D: ARTIFACT CATALOG............................................................................................33
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Project Location and Description
Ballston Avenue Partners, LLC has retained Curtin Archaeological Consulting, Inc. to
conduct a Phase *1 archaeological survey of the proposed Ballston Avenue Townhouses project
site at 96-116 Ballston Avenue in the City of Saratoga Springs, Saratoga County, New York. The
purpose of this Phase 1 archaeological survey is to evaluate the archaeological sensitivity of the
Area of Potential Effect (APE) and identify whether it contains any archaeological sites. The
general location of the survey is shown in Figure 1. The APE is shown in Figures 2-14.
The report content and format are responsive to the standards adopted by the New York
Archaeological Council (NYAC 1994) and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and
Historic Preservation (OPRHP), which contains the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO).
SHPO issued written guidance in 2005.
Scope of Work
The purpose of the Phase 1 archaeological survey is to identify the presence or absence
of archaeological sites within the APE. The scope of work for this undertaking includes: (1)
assessment of the environmental setting and visible indications of prior disturbance; (2)
compilation and interpretation of background information including a site file search and map
research; (3) appropriate archaeological fieldwork; and (4) a report of findings with
recommendations.
ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING
The project area is located in the City of Saratoga Springs within a partly commercial,
partly residential area. The most dominant environmental feature in the area is Geyser Brook
located to the west across a broad sandy plain with low relief. The topography on site is level to
gently sloping with a general elevation slightly above and below 320 ft above mean sea level. The
project site stands out as a low knoll in the otherwise nearly featureless, generally level terrain
that surrounds it (Figure 2). This knoll as mapped in the 1960s is shown extending to or slightly
beyond the limits of the APE. It no longer does (as several photos in this report illustrate)
because various street, building, and parking lot construction projects have removed parts of it.
The core of the knoll is a wooded area in the central part of the APE. A more substantial hill is
located to the east in the vicinity of Greenridge Cemetery, while the terrain to the west is marked
by large depressions which have the general appearance on Figure 2 of sand borrow -pits.
Table 1: Soil Description for USDA (1992) Soil Survey, Saratoqa County, New York
Name
(symbol)
Soil Horizon Depth
cm(in)
Color
Texture
Slope
%
Drainage
Landform
0-5(0-2)
decomposed
pine needles
glacial
Windsor
5-28(2-11)
vy dk gy br
lo sa
excessively
outwash
loamy sand
28-53 (11-21)
ye br
lo sa
0-3
drained
plains,
(WnA)
53-63 (21-25)
ye br
sa
kames and
63-180 (25-72)
I It ye br
I sa
I
I
terraces
Key: vy=very; dk=dark; lt=light; gy=grey; ye=yellow; br=brown; lo=loam; sa=sand
Table 1 shows the soil type mapped within the APE and surrounding area. The soil
within the APE is mapped as excessively drained Windsor loamy sand with 0-3% slopes. This
soil is formed on glacial outwash plains, kames, and terraces. The spatial distribution of the soils
is shown in Figure 3.
The project location falls within the Oak -Northern Hardwood vegetation zone, a zone
which is described primarily as a transition zone where oaks and northern hardwood species
alternate or intermingle, particularly on the moister and deeper soils along the Hudson Valley (De
Laubenfels 1977). This suggests that the precontact forested landscape of the project parcel
would have been covered primarily with beech and sugar maple species, with considerable oaks,
as well as associated ash, basswood, cherry, birch and white pine.
SITE FILES RESEARCH
The archaeological site files of the New York State Museum (NYSM) and OPRHP, both
maintained at OPRHP, were reviewed to identify whether archaeological resources have been
reported previously within or adjacent to the project boundaries. Table 2 lists the sites identified
within a one -mile radius, along with their distances to the current APE.
Table 2: Previously Recorded Archaeoloqical Sites in the New York State Site Inventory
NYSOPRHP Site
Additional Site #
Distance to APE
Time Period
Site Type
NR
#
m(ft)
09140.001512
Lake Avenue
1)367(4,485)
Mid 19"' C.
Historic
Eligible
Gasholder
09140.000338
Congress Spring
859(2,818)
Early to mid-
Historic
Undetermined
Bottling Plant Historic
19th C.
Complex
09140.001508
Karner Habitat
1)039(3,409)
Prehistoric
Stray find
Not Eligible
Precontact Isolated
Find #1
09140.001420
Marrin-Avenue of Pine
11006(3,301)
Early to mid-
Historic
Undetermined
Historic sites (NYSM
19th C.
10659)
09140.01419
J. Marvin House and
1)099(3,606)
mid -19 C.
Historic
Not Eligible
associated sites
(NYSM 10658)
09140.001558
Saratoga Regional
877(2,877)
Prehistoric
Isolated find
Undetermined
YMCA Prehistoric
Isolated Find
09140.001585
Pitney Farm 2
936(3,071)
Prehistoric
Isolated find
Undetermined
Precontact Site
09140.001586
Pitney Farm Historic
11014(3,327)
Late 19 -
Historic
Undetermined
Site
20th C.
09140.001584
Pitney Farm 1
11188(3,898)
Prehistoric
Isolated find
Undetermined
Precontact Site
NYSM 4697 (Sara 3)
49 161)
Prehistoric
Village
NYSM 4698 (Sara 4)
238(781)
Woodland
Village
NYSM 6907
11266(4,154)
Prehistoric
Camps
Twelve previously identified archaeological sites were found within a one -mile radius of
the proposed project. Five of these are historic period sites. These sites reflect the rural,
agricultural history of the area west of Saratoga Springs' earlier neighborhoods.
The precontact (prehistoric) period sites include four documented occurrences of "stray"
or isolated artifact finds. These sites were documented by modem cultural resource surveys and
are confidently accepted as indications of broad, low -intensity Native American use of the local
landscape for hunting, gathering, or camping during the period before contact with Europeans.
Two other precontact period sites were described as village sites in the state-wide
inventory of archaeological sites compiled by early 20th century archaeologist Arthur C. Parker
(1922). However, Parker's information is often imprecise, vague, or contradictory. As he himself
noted, much of Parker's information was provided by informants and correspondents rather than
his own surveys, and thus in a very real sense was second-hand information. Parker (1922:689)
described Saratoga County (Sara) 3 (NYSM 4697) as a village site "near" Saratoga Springs. No
information has been recovered subsequently to verify this Saratoga Springs report as a
precontact period village site in the vicinity of the current project site. As a result, this
identification is somewhat doubtful from a present-day perspective. Saratoga County (Sara) 4
(NYSM 4698) is described as a village at the "Gravel hill" in Saratoga Springs. This location is
obscure compared to present day landmarks, but may refer to a location east of Saratoga
Springs. Its name ("Gravel hill") does not fit well with the soil types in the project vicinity as these
are dominated by sand and loamy sand. This identification of a precontact village site in the
project vicinity therefore also is doubtful. These two sites are the closest recoded precontact
sites to the project APE, but for the reasons just mentioned, they are not considered to be reliable
reports. The last of the previously recorded precontact period sites is NYSM 6907, described as
camps and located nearly one mile away.
NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES
No sites listed in the National Register of Historic Places (NRNP) are identified in the
near -vicinity of the project APE. Two historic districts identified in Table 3 are approximately
1/3 mile away.
Table 3: National Register Sites
NR#
Description
Address
Distance m(ft)
90NRO2850
Casino- Congress Park- Circular
Roughly bounded by Spring and circular
497(1,631)
street Historic District
sts., park pl., and Broadway
90NRO2846
Saratoga Spa State Park District
Vicinity of US Route 9 and New York
446(1,463)
State Route 50
PREVIOUS ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH
A large number of archaeological surveys have been conducted in Saratoga Springs.
The following were conducted within Y4mile of the project site:
• Historical Archaeological Zoological Explorations — H.A.Z.Ex.
2018 Phase I Archaeological Sensitivity Assessment and Survey of the Stonequist
Housing Expansion Project within the City of Saratoga Springs in Saratoga County, New
York.
• Powers Archaeology LLC
2016 Phase I (1A and 1B) Cultural Resource Investigations for the Proposed 176 South
Broadway Hotel Project, Town of Saratoga Springs, Saratoga County, New York.
areas.
Neither of these archaeological surveys identified archaeological sites within their survey
HISTORIC MAP RESEARCH
The following maps, ordered chronologically, were consulted to identify possible historic
sites. Where possible, maps were georeferenced using GIS software. Historic map coverage is
inclusive for the years 1779 to 1949. These maps are presented as figures in this report,
illustrating historic occupation and land use. Some spatial distortions in the underlying historic
maps may be apparent in comparison to the APE outline when georeferenced.
Table 4: Historic Maps
Map Date
Reference
Name/Other in PA
1779
A Chronological Map of the Province of New York, Claude
Joseph Sauthier (Figure 5)
none
Map Date
Reference
Name/Other in PA
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1829
Map of the County of Saratoga, David H. Burr (Figure 6)
none
1866
Georeferenced Map of Saratoga Springs, Beers (Figure 7)
none
1876
Georeferenced Map of Saratoga and Ballston with
none
Surroundings, Beers (Figure 8)
1879
Georeferenced Map of the town of Saratoga Springs,
none
Cramer & Mott (Figure 9)
1890
Georeferenced Map of Saratoga County, New York, Lant
none
and Silvernail (Figure 10)
1902
Georeferenced Saratoga USGS 15' minute quadrangle
none
(Figure 11)
1942
Georeferenced Saratoga USGS 15" minute quadrangle
Two buildings
(Figure 12)
1949
Georeferenced Saratoga USGS 15' minute quadrangle
Three buildings
(Figure 13)
MAP DOCUMENTED STRUCTURES
No structures are shown in or adjacent to the APE on historic maps until 1942-1949
(Figures 12 and 13). The sequence of maps dated 1866-1879 shows the progression of
development in the vicinity of the project site from open, undeveloped terrain in 1866 to inclusion
in the growing Saratoga Springs street plan in 1876 and 1879, at least as it was envisioned for
this area (Figures 7-9). Ballston Avenue is shown on the 1866 map, but the closest structure is
the J. Finley house well to the south. A street grid was at least planned in this area by 1876-
1879, as shown on those maps, although the map convention apparently was not to show most
buildings within the urban street grid. Later maps, however, indicate that the settlement of this
part of the city was slow to develop. The 1890 Lant and Silvernail map is associated with a
directory of farmsteads; none are shown in this area. The 1902 USGS 15' quad is not restricted
to farmsteads, but similarly, it shows no buildings in this area. Importantly, neither of these maps
how the side streets depicted on the 1870s maps, suggesting that these earlier depictions show
paper streets. Since the two later maps are in agreement, it is assumed that they are accurate,
the side streets in the area (such as Finley) were not yet constructed ca. 1890-1902, and the
project location was on the edge of the urban part of Saratoga Springs at the turn of the 20th
century.
The first buildings in the APE appear to have been built in the time between publication of
the 1902 and 1942 maps. The 1942 USGS 15' quad shows a structure in each of the corners of
the APE fronting on Ballston Avenue, while the structure behind the 116 Ballston Avenue front
building is not shown on this map. The 1949 map provides the same depiction with the addition
of the structure behind the front (corner) 116 Ballston Avenue building (the address of both
buildings is 116 Ballston Avenue). Photos of the extant buildings are provided in this report.
PRIOR DISTURBANCE
Prior disturbances within the APE include the construction of the residential and
commercial structures, the parking lots, and the landscaping along Ballston Avenue. This has
generally involved cutting and leveling. This is particularly obvious when comparing the ground
level of the undeveloped wooded area between the buildings at 96 and 116 Ballston Avenue to
the adjoining parking lots, street -side, and mapped alley space behind these lots (alley spaces
were designed public spaces used for service support at the backs of private properties; Corbett
2001). The differences the disturbed and undisturbed landscapes are visible in various of the
photographs in Appendix B. The historic map data reviewed suggests that this wooded area has
never been developed, and its core appears not to have been cut down, although its surface is
marked with several wide, shallow pits (that are much smaller than cellar holes-- these may have
been for borrowing sand or perhaps were dug as forts for children's play).
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ARCHAEOLOGICAL SENSITIVITY
The project site is within an area of precontact period archaeological sensitivity. It is
particularly sensitive for the occurrence of small precontact period camps and activity areas
where small numbers of precontact artifacts may occur.
The project site is not considered sensitive for the occurrence of historic period
archaeological sites predating the 20th century. Evidence of early to middle 20th century artifacts
may occur, as indicated by the historic map data.
PHASE 1A SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS
A complete and comprehensive Phase 1A archaeological survey has been conducted.
Much of the project site has been disturbed by prior construction, although areas that do not
appear to be substantially disturbed also occur. The project site is considered sensitive for the
occurrence of small precontact period camp or activity sites. The historic period sensitivity is
limited to the 20th century. As a result of these findings, a Phase 1 B archaeological survey is
recommended for the undisturbed portions of the project site.
PHASE 113 ARCHAEOLOGICAL FIELD INVESTIGATIONS
The Phase 1 B field survey was conducted in sunny dry weather on December 6, 2018.
The survey transects were laid out by the principal investigator within the APE. Transects 1 was
placed along the north side of the APE farthest from the obvious disturbance to the knoll visible
along the parking lot. It was set back from the street in accordance with disturbance from the
street area eastward to a point where topography suggested a lack of prior disturbance. Transect
.2 was set up 15 m (50 feet) south of Transect 1, avoiding the parking lot. Transect 3-5 were set
up on the wooded knoll avoiding the parking lots cut banks, and steep slopes on both sides.
Transect 5-7 also avoided a cut bank on the east side of the knoll adjacent to the alley space.
These Transects were 15 m (50 ft) apart, except for STP 4/1, where a 7.5 m (25 ft) interval to
Transect 3 was used to avoid a cut area associated with the 116 Ballston Ave. parking lot.
Transects 6 and 7 were set up 15 and 30 m (50 and 100 ft) south of Transect 5 in the potentially
undisturbed areas behind the 116 Ballston Ave. back structure. STPs 2/1, 7/1, and 8/1 were
placed in locations to confirm apparent prior disturbance. The shovel testing was conducted by
the principal investigator and assistant archaeologist.
The Phase 1 B field methodology was guided by Section 2.3 of the New York
Archaeological Council Standards (NYAC 1994), as well as guidelines provided by the New York
State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO 2005). All soils were screened through %-inch mesh
hardware cloth. Following the completion of fieldwork, all field data were brought to the Curtin
Archaeology office and lab for processing and analysis.
PHASE 1 B ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY RESULTS
Shovel Testing
A total of 23 STPs was deployed as summarized in Table 1. The STP locations are
shown on Figure 14. The shovel test pit records are presented in Appendix C.
Table 5: Phase 1B STIR Summary
STPs n=
no digs 0
Total 23
Soil Stratigraphy
The soil stratigraphy showed several patterns indicating either little ornoprior
disturbance orextensive prior disturbance, depending upon location. Apparently undisturbed soil
profiles were found on the knoll, usually well away from its edges at 8TPa 3/2, 4M, 4/3. 4/4. and
6/1. These soils profiles had A-13 sequences with a dark to medium brown loamy fine sand over
yellow brown todark yellow brown loamy fine sand. Traces ofgravel occurred frequently. An
apparent variation of this appeared at STP 1/1 on the northern edge of the APE in a reasonably
expected location, although this pattern was not repeated along Transect 1. Here, etSTP 1/1.
redeposited soil appears to have differentiated into an A -B sequence above an intact A -B
sequence.
Elsewhere varying evidence of disturbance occurred on the knoll, around its edges, and
inmore level terrain beyond the elevation. Two main patterns are evident inthe stratigraphic
data. In one of these there is mixed A and B soil in a transition between the present-day A
horizon and the remnant ofthe original B. |nthese cases, the present-day Asoil imconsidered to
have been redeposited (or perhaps only recently formed) as it caps a mixed, disturbed soil. The
Bhorizon isconsidered tohave been truncated byprior disturbance. This pattern occurs atGTPa
4/2. 5/276/2 7 7/2. 7/3. and 8/1. Except for STP 8/1, which was placed just south of the 88
Ballston Ave. structure to confirm apparent prior disturbance, this type of evidence clusters in
several adjacent 8TPsinthe southeast section ofthe APE. The other pattern ioone inwhich
there ianopresent-day Ahorizon and mixed soil lies directly ontop ofthe B. This also is
considered toindicate redeposited soil ontop cf atruncated Bhorizon. This pattern clusters
spatially on the knoll near the 96 Ballston Ave parking lot and extends south to STP 4/2. The
landscape immarked byshallow pits near these 8TPa. Another apparent indication ofprior
disturbance includes rocky soil atSTP 2Y1 aawell 000tSTP 1/2where arock impasse was
encountered. It seems possible that the rocks are part of deeper stratigraphy that could occur
below the sandy horizons, and so they are consistent with topographic evidence that the upper
stratigraphy was removed inthese locations. Afill deposit contain cinder and slag was found et
STP 1/3. It overlay the B horizon where cinder, slag and charcoal extended into the subsoil.
Artifacts
No precontact period artifacts were found. A small assemblage of 35 historic period
artifacts was recovered. They occurred in low density innumerous of the shovel test pits and
appear to represent miscellaneous trash that accumulated in these locations over time. None of
these artifacts are considered indicative ofthe early settlement ofSaratoga Springs during the
late 18~ -early 19th century. This assemblage includes items such ossalt-glazed stoneware with
interior Albany Slip, vvhiteware, ironatone, vessel g|aoo. flet (window) g|esm, wire nai|m, and other
miscellaneous items. Most ofthe artifacts that can be associated with manufacture ranges
provide terminus post quem (TPC>)ages ofpomt-184O.post-1850.orpost-18O5.While weuse a
date of post -1 850 for wire nails, they rarely if ever were available in the northeastern United
States that early and are generally considered tobe 2nmcentury artifacts. Some artifact classes
with long manufacture ranges such as whiteware (1 820 -present) and Albany Slipped salt -glazed
stoneware (1805-1920) have age ranges that are entirely consistent with being contemporary
with the other dated items in the assemblage, and with the documented 20th century history of the
APE.
Ne
PHASE 1BFIELD SURVEY SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION
Aoomplete and comprehensive Phase 1Barchaeological survey has been conducted.
Areas identified as previously disturbed based upon analysis of topographic maps, the built
environment, and the locations ufcut banks were not shovel tested . but visual evidence ofprior
disturbance was photo -documented (Appendix B). The Phase 1Bshovel testing program
resulted inthe excavation of23shovel test pits inareas that appeared tobepotentially
undisturbed orwhere confirmation ofprior disturbance was sought. Additional evidence ofprior
disturbance was encountered, as well as an undisturbed area generally associated with a core
location ofthe wooded knoll. This archaeological survey has found noevidence ofarchaeological
sites indicated by archaeological features or concentrations of artifacts in undisturbed areas. The
artifact assemblage recovered is small and consistent with the map -documented 20th century
history ofthe project site. Aoaresult, noadditional archaeological investigation isrecommended.
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REFERENCES
Corbett, Theodore
2001 The Making of American Resorts: Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa, Lake George.
Rutgers University Press, New Brunswick, New Jersey.
De Laubenfels, David J.
1977 Vegetation. In Geography of New York State, John H. Thompson, editor. Syracuse
University Press, Syracuse, New York.
New York Archaeological Council (NYAC)
1994 Standards for Cultural Resource Investigations and the Curation of Archaeological
Collections in New York State. hftp://nyarchaeology.org/assests/standards/
NYACStandards.pdf
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (SHPO)
2005 Phase I Archaeological Report Format Requirements. http://nysparks.com/shpo/
environmental-review/documents/PhaseiReportStandards.pdf
Parker, Arthur C.
1922 The Archeological History of New York. New York State Museum Bulletins 235-238,
Albany.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
1992 Soil Survey of Saratoga County, New York.
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CIT`' OF SARATOGA SPRINGS:
Tam ie&4,�.Qgg,(, Chair
Karenvice Chair
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DESIGN EVIEW M
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Chris Bennett
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Meeting:
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7:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 9, 2019
Note Location: Recreation Qpnter, 15 Vanderbilt
Ave
Agenda
Salute to the Flag
A. Approve Meeting Minutes: 12/5/18
B. Possible Consent Agenda Items:
Note: The intent of a consent agenda is to identify any applications that appear to be `approvable` without need for
further evaluation or discussion. If anyone wishes to further discuss any proposed consent agenda item, then that
item would be pulled from the `consent agenda' and dealt with individually,
1. 2018.111 Raymond Watkin, Apts. Sjqn
57 Ballston Ave, Architectural Review of proposed monument sign within the Urban Residential -5 District.
PROJECI'DOCUMENTS
2. 20118.112 Adirondack Trust Sig-nacie
315 Church Street, Architectural Review of signage within the theTransect-5 Neighborhood Center District.
PROJECT DOCUMENTS
4- 2918.14a Whole 1--lapoe-at Go.
VI III Ij
5 earoline Street, His-ILV-11C Review of aw muhlin the tlieTranseto-11.t-6 Urban eore District.
FIR6dE&F* 88GHM EH*Hc-;
C. DRC Applications under Consideration
1. 2018,114 96 Ballston Ave Iownbomes
96 Ballston Ave, consideration of SEQRA lead agency (Architectural Review) for 18 proposed townhouse units within
theTransect-5 Neighborhood Center District.
PROJECT DOCUMENTS
2. 2018.110 PaIrnateer Residence
303 West Ave, Architectural Review of a new single-famill sidence within the Urban Residential -5 District.
PROJECT DOCUMENTS
3. 2018.096 Brant Carriage House
695 North Broadway, Historic iew of exterior modifications to an existing accessory structure within the Urban
Residential -1 District.
PROJECT DOCUME S
4. 2018.191 ls[ael Eagade ModifiQation
184 ring Street, Historic Review of fagade modifications (front/rear porches, windows, etc.) within the Urban
,Rdsidential-3 District
PROJECT DO"3UMENTS
Ehinger, Chairman made a motionin the matter of the Ra:mond WaWn--Apartnient Sign, 57 Ballston Avenue
Y
and Salvation Army signage, 27 Woodlawn Avenuethat these
too ations be approved at -submitted, Steven
Rowland, Alternate seconded- the motion.
Tamle Ehinger, Chairman asked if there was urther discussip"n. None heard
YOTE;
Leslie 1 Chris Benneft, in favor,
Tamie Ehing'er, Chairma favor, Steven Rowland, Alternate,in favor; Lesli D.Oarlo, in favor,
Cynthia CorbeftY 1** r,
MO ..... PAS -SES: 5WO
C, QRC APP4!9ATIONS UNOER CONSIDERATION
14 96 BALL STON AVENUE TO H -ME$*
M .0 4 96' allston' Avenue, consideration of -SEORA. Lead
Agency, (Architectural Review) for proposed -townhouse, units within the Transect -5 Neighborhood:Center
District,
Tamle Ehinger, Chairman stated we norm8lly defer. Lead, AgencyStatus to the Planning Board in these matters,
Are there any objections from the members of the Commission?* None heard.
Tamife Ehinger, Chairman made a motion in the matter of the.Ballston Avenue Townhomes, 96 Ballston Avenue that the.
Design Review Commission defe*r Lead Agency St'atus to -the P16-nning Boatd should they wish -to seek it. LesliebiCadoseconded the motion,
L C 4
0 1E
)Carlo, in favorGhrls'Benneft, " favor;
Tamie Ehinger, Chairman, n favor'. Steven. Rowland* Alternate,. iii -favor,
Cynthia Corbett, 'in favor' Leslie Di 1. Un
wrION PASSES: 5-o-
20 �,01.'$J_1_0 'PAL IAT EER RESIDENCE, 303 West Avenue Architectural Re for a new single-
family residence Within the Urban Residenti�1-5 district
DISCLOSURE,
Cynthia Corbett *disclosed that Mr, Perry is working'On a pro'ect f er. She has.no -financial into restift this applicatio, n,
i '
and she can evaluate this proposa] without bias. J
Applicant: Mr. Palmateer, Owner & Contractor
Agent: Midhael Perry, Architect
Mr. Perry Stated Mr, Palmateer wishes t onstruct a new si
ingl :'family bome with a two -:car garage on this site,
Mr. Perry provided an -visual presen n of the project -noting. peropo sled materials, grey asphalt shingles, blacR
Pella window�, Vinyl siding with. e Azak trim. This I's a pretty simple hoose but will add to the neighborhood,
an..
that this Project is before the ORC for' architectural. iew - 6 nd
Tam' EhJnge'
te I r, Chairman minded the Commission revf
is located in the UR -5 trlct, The Chair asked the Commi$ision to review the proposed use of " yl as -wel.] as -to review the
mass and scale of garae doors, Vfn
Af,
Chris SenneKtated West Avenue is becoming a gateway to the City, and the, neighborhood is changing.
LesliLeslie 1 i Carlo stated she also , has an issue with the vinyl Siding., There are a lot of IntOesting thin *s happening
e
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on estAvenue-with a lot of oppQfthity. I do not feel we should loci the bar to meet what is there -we should holt to the
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City of Saratoga Springs — Design Rvt jev# Commission* Min,
'jfes --japLlary 9, 2019 - Page 2 of 8
PLANNING BOARD
MINUTES (FINAL)
THURSDAY,JANUARY 10, 2019
6:,400 PWA:
RECREATION CENTER
CALL TO ORDIEISR Mark Tpey, Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:06 P,M.,
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��ALUT,E TO THE FLAG...
PRESENT: Mark Torpey, Chairman, Jamin Totino, Vice Chairman, Ruth Horton,
Bob Bristol, Janet Casey
LATE ARRIVAL: Todd Fabozz'f arrived at 6,105 PM
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STAFFA Kate Maynard, PrimCity ipai Planner, of Saratoga Spri
01 1 n- ngs
Vince DeLeori ardis, City Attorney, City of Saratoga Springs
ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECORDING F. PROCEEDING,
The proceedings of this meeting are it recorded for the be*nefit of the secretary, Because the minutes, are not. a
verbatim record of the proceedings, the minuteare not a word0or-word transcript of the recording.
A. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES*
Approval of meeting minutes was deferred to the January 24, 2,019 meeting,
B. POSSIBLE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
NOTE: The intent of a consent agenda 'is toidentify anyapplic *; in that appear to be "approvable"without need for
r
further evaluation of dis-cuss"Ion., If anyone wished: rt discuss any proposed consent agenda item,
da�� wit in i
then that item would be Pulled from the "conse genda" and dealt h ' d'vidually.
None at this time.
C,, APPLICATIONS UNDER CONSI.D��TION:
1. 17.061 STATION LANE AP 'e-f-MENTStat'on Lane, Permanent Special Use JAS S e Permitfor 27
multi -family residential uXs Within the Transect -5 Neighborhood Center District.
BACKGROUND-
The
ACKGROUNDi
The Planning Boa - issued: a SE RA. Negative Declaration on November 1, 2018. The proposed proectis located on
the northern si of Station Lane., between the train station on the west and the Fallen, proposed mixed-use project to
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the east,, a consists of two -3 stor� 12 unit buildings and three 2 story row house -structures conta4n*n a total of 27
g
e w r 'den.' units. The ZBA has issued variances for front build out. The site features ACOS and DEC designated
si i I I
retl area.
0 ' gif
Wetl d areas, Original proposal featured greater disturbanceJnto thiD- w-etland and adjacent buffer area,,: The applicant
modified
h- since modified the project,
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the buildings, Two residences on the third floor with two garages. No dump ster simply roll off receptacles, more
residential type appeal, Arbovitae hedge to, the property to th6 north, Permeable pavement will be used for p'ng and
driveway to the garages, We need the number of parking spaces we have proposed, We have tried ryase the
amount of pavement on the site, Parking spaces number 25 and we need 25, Handicap spaces will provided,
Architectural plans were reviewed along with the lighting plan.
Discussion ensued among the Board with regards to the trail, isidewalks, connectivity,a -parking.
Mr, re stn reviewed utility connections and placement. Lighting plans we discussed,, There is some lighting
spi
411age onto adjacent properties to the north and south, Light shI'elds to In t fled on the fixtures to the northern
property boundary to prevent spill over, ADA compliant pedestrian nection shall be 'Installed to the West Avenue
entrance, One additional street lights shall be: added to the site ntage.
Mark Torpey., Chairman stated we will now discuss th- . onditions for the final Site Plan.
Lig
talled on fixtures northern: property bound to prevent lighting spillover,hting shields shall be ins ary I
ti n q be constructed to the West Avenue frontage sidewalk.
'-fion s
ADA compliant pede-stdan connere I
One additional streetlight shall be 1 died along the street frontage.,
Jamin Totino made a motion in matter of the Alros-mith Mixed -Use Development, 318 West Avenue,. Final Site Plan
that the application be app'' ** d with the conditions as noted by the Chair. Todd Fabozzl seconded the motion,
Mark Torpey, air- an asked if there was any further discussion, None heard.
VOTE:
Jan asey, in favor, Jarnin Totino, Vice Chairman in favor; Bob Bristol., in favor- Ruth Horton in favor,,
d Fabozzi, in favor, Mark Torpey, Chairmanin favor
MOTION PASSES: 6,0
1 18.059 96,11-6 BALLSTON AVENGE" OWNHOMES,,.Permfam
i -anent Special Use Permit for 1:6 multi-ily
+r%
residences it the Transect -5 Neighborhood Center Distr]'US,..
4. 18,059 96*116 BALLSTON AVENUE TOWE HOMES, Final Site Plan Review for 16 multi,4amily residences
within the Transect -5 Neighborhood Center Districts.,
Mark Torpey, Chairman stated the appiticant is before the BoOrd this evening for a Permanent Speolal Use Permit and
Final Site Plan Approval. This is in the T-5 District in the City.", This is an application for 18 multi -family residences.
Across 3 lots. This project has been before the Board several tines in 2018. A quick overview of thePro) Ject would be
helpful.
BACKGROUND:
Planning Board issued a favorable advisory opinion for zoning amendment for overall area to T-5. Council approved a
portion of the original defined area; the proposed projectis within the rezoned area. T- Neighborhood Center is a
commercial district,, Planning Board saw first sketch review in January 20184 and againin May 2018 to request specific
guidance on. Ballston Avenue access points, The project has evolved largely in complement to guidance from the Board,
Action appears to be an unlisted action with Planning Board And DRC asinvolved agencies,
pianninq Board DlKamtv 6. 2018.- page4o;f 7
Kate Maynard, Principal Planner, City of Saratoga Springs stated just for an update the Board has received some
correspondence from the Saratoga Springs Preservation lou dation and there was a question on the SEQRA form
submitted by the applicant.
DISCLOSURE,
Jamin Totino, Vice Chairman disclosed that he has done business with Ginley and.Gottman for a real estate transaction.
He has no financial Interest in this project and can therefore render an impartial decision.
Mark Torpey, Chairman disclosed that he has done business with Ginlet' and Goftman for a real estate transaction,
He has no financial interest in this project, and can therefore render an impar ttal decision,
Applicant: Ginley and Gottman
Agent: Brian Osterhout, EDP
Mr. Osterhout provided a brief project history, The property was rezoned to T-5 district. We have been before the Board
twice in 2018 in which the project was presented to the Board,. There were two iterations and concepts, We returned
before the Board with VHB Traffic Consultants in May of 2018, We confirmed limited access to Ballston Avenue with a
right turn only. The applicants had architectural floor plans completed along with engineering studies which were
completed. We are in an archeologically sensitive area so the- applicants engaged an archeologist to do an
investigation. Nothing was found and no effect determination, was received from SHP O noting no archeological or
historic resources, The site Is 1.3 acres including 3 parcels. Area photographs were provided, Initially 20 units were
proposed and since that time the density was reduced to 18 Units. These will be two story units with full basements on
the eastern side. Infiltration tests were done, Good soil coed tions exist on the site. Forty four parking spaces are
proposed 'Including an ADA parking space. Additional visitor parking is provided. Some units have garages, Porous
pavementi's also proposed, Sidewalks are proposed along Ballston and Finley. We have a paper street alley. We
thought to make this a multi -use path — sidewalk possibly,. The eastern unit will front here. These townhouses will be
offered for sale and will have an HOA which will maintain the l roperty, A detailed planting plan will also be provided.
Design concepts and architectural plans will be reviewed and we will provide design renderings at the next meeting.
This is more of a brownstone type look. There is a slight encroachment, less than 2 feet and the applicants are
addressing that. Mr. Osterhout stated the applicant will also do an enhancement to the. current bus stop. Several trees
will need to be removed during construction, Street lights and street trees will be added per the City's standards.
Mark Torpey, Chairman questioned where the additional parkin ill be provided, The applicant is providing 70% over
gw pi providing
the parking requirement.
Discussion ensued regarding onsite parking, access and egress from the site,
Mr, Osterhout provided information concerning parking and the proposed mitigations for access and egress on the site,
City Engineer, Tim Wales spoke regarding the ownership of the- alley and the potential to take over the street by the City,
PUBLIC HEARING:
Mark Torpey, Chairman opened the public hearing at 8:03 RR
Mark Torpey, Chairman asked if anyone in theaudience wished to comment on this applicafton.
Kevin Door, 92 Ballston Avenue, He requested some buffer n:g from the parking area due to the proximity of his home,,
Mark Torpey, Chairman stated -this will be further discussed a,t final site plan.
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Mark Torpey, Chairman closed the public hearing at &07 P,M,
SEORA REVIEW:
Mark Torpey, Chairman stated the applicant has provided Part I of the SEAR EAF Long Form which is accurate and
complete, This application has had correspondence from SH,PO and the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation
with no archeological or historical resources noted,
The Board reviewed Part 11 of SEQRA Long EAF. No large or important areas of concern were noted.
SEQR DECISION:
Jamin Totino, Vice Chairman stated that based upon the infb-oration provided by the applicant in Part I of the SEAR
Short Environmental Assessment Form, and analysis of the information provided and presented 'in Part 11 of the SEOR
Short Environmental Assessment Form, I make a motion for a: SEAR negative declaration since the project will not result
in any large and impoftant impacts and, therefore, is one thaf,will not have a significant adverse impact on the
environment,
Bob Bristol seconded the motion,
Mark Torpey, Chairman seconded the motion,
VOTE*
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Janet Casey, in favor, Jamin Totino, Vice Chairman, in favor; :Bob Bristol,, in favor; -Ruth Horton, n favor
Todd Fabozzi, in favor-, Mark Torpey, Chairman, in favor
MOTION PASSES: 6WO
Mark Torpey, Chairman stated we will now move onto: the Spe:cial Use Permit portion of the ap lication. We have some
p
work to do on the Site Plan, The following conditions and specific requirements for 18 multi -family townhomes aro as
follows,
-Lot line adjustment application is inferred with current Special Use. Permit application,, will be completed as a separate
action.
-CDTA bus shelter details shall be finalized prior to site plan review.
-Buffer shall be provided along the northern prope I rtybounda; y , to be finalized at site plan review.
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-Details related to any proposed use and maintenance of exisfihg alleyway will be finalized at site plan in consideration
with the HOA.
-Egress point from site shall be narrowed to discourage entrance at Ballston Avenue.
-Water shall be looped through site to be reviewed in detail at: site plan review.
-Porches are noted as a required element, details to be fi hafiz6d at site plan review,
Todd Fabozzi made a motion in the matter of 96-116 Ballston i Avenue Townhomes permanent Special Use Permit
application be approved with the conditions as noted by the: C:hair.
Ruth Horton seconded the motion.
Mark Torpey, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion, None heard*,
VOTE*
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Janet Casey, In favor; Jamin Totino, Vice Chairman, in favor; Bob Bristol, in favor; Ruth Horton, in favor;
Todd Fabozzi, in fever, Mark Torpey, Chairman, in favor
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MOTION PASSES: 6.0
MOTION TO ADJOURN:
There being no further business to discuss Mark Torpey, Chairman adjourned the meeting at 8:26 PN,
APPROVED 2-7-19
Respectfully submitted,
Diane M. Buzanowski
Recording Secretary
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