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Home My WebLink About20210729 Sprint Nelson Ave Tower Application (FOR OFFICE USEI -�uF�n�u��i;i �1 F�! APPLICATIONS��'VILL NOT BE ACCEPTED'k �rn(; 1 S -'� '%- CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS (Application#) -F� ' i -� ,, : ^ DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION �� CITY HALL-474 BROADWAY (Date received) :;t� ~ SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK 12866-2296 �c�: 7EL: 518-587-3550 X2533 www.saratoga-springs.org (Project Title) APPLICATION FOR: ARCHITECTURAL/HISTORIC REVIEW staff Review APPLICANT(S)� OWNER(, (l(notapplicant) ATTORNEY/AGENT Attn: Joseph A. Papa, Jr. Name Sprint Saratoga Casino Holdings LLC J.P. Wireless Consulting, LLC Address 3 Enterprise Dr. P.O. Box 356 11 Par Circle Albany, NY 12204 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Albany, NY 12208 Phone 518-862-6936 � � 518-365-9711 � Email colleen.bisceglia@t-mobile.com joseph.a.papa@gmail.com Identify primary contact person: ❑Applicant ❑ Owner �Attorney/Agent �An applicant must be the property owner, lessee,or one with an option to lease or purchase the property in question. Applicant's interest in premises: ❑ Owner � Lessee ❑ Under option to lease or purchase PROPERTY INFORMATION Property Address/Location: tower facility off Nelson Avenue Tax Parcel #: �79• 5 _ 7 (lo�examp/e: /65.51-4-37) Date Acquired by Owner: 09/28/15 Current Zoning District: INST-HTR Property use: ❑ Residential e Non-residential/mixed-use Type of Review: �Architectural ❑ Historic ❑ Extension/modiflcation (of current approval) Summary description of proposed action: Applicant proposes an upgrade to it existing communication facility collocated on monopole/tight tower by replacing it(6)antennas and (12) remote radio heads (RRHS)on thP tow r with (q�antennas and new RRHc and n �•� ablina• and re I^ ing i��PI troni s ebin tc�•�ith ( 1 new cabinets on the existing concrete pad on the ground at the base of the tower within existing fenced compound. Applicant also proposed to install a 48 KW diesel generator and fuel tank(measuring approx. 8.6'x 3.5'x7.5' Ixwxh)on a new concrete pad (4'x10', wxl)within the existing fenced compound. Applicant will replace its antenna mount on the tower and will remove the existing middle mount on the tower and remove an existing cable bridge on the ground. proposed reptacement equipment will be substantially screened from view by the existing fence and trees/vegetation -e�eery#-t�� nPw PnuinmPnt nn thP tnwPr whirh will havP��isihilit�at cimilar lorationc�•�hPrP thP trn•�Pr Pc�uipmPnt i�riirrPntl�visihlP See enclosed engineering drawings for project details and enclosed photos for existing visual conditions at this site. The tower will be structurally reinforced if determined needed by a professional en ineer. Has a previous application been filed with the DRC for this property? ❑ No ❑ Yes—date(s)? -App. No.(s)? Revised Ol/202I ��A "complete" application consisa of 1 hard copy (original) , and I electronic copy of application &ALL other materials as required below: New Construction/Additions ❑ Color photographs showing site/exterior details of existing structures and adjacent properties ❑ Site plan,drawn to scale,showing existing&proposed construction, property lines&dimensions, required &proposed setbacks&lot coverage,site features(fences,walks,trees,etc.);on no larger than 2'x3'sheet—smaller preferred if legible ❑ Elevation drawings showing design of all sides of existing&proposed construction—label dimensions,colors, materials, lighting(fixture &lamp type,wattage),etc.-include compass bearing&scale; no larger than 2'x3'sheet—smaller permitted if legible � Floor plans for proposed structure;on sheet no larger than 2'x3'—smaller permitted if legible ❑ Product literature,specifications and samples of proposed materials and colors Change in exterior building materials (windows, doors, roof, siding, etc.), or color(in non-residential districts only) ❑ Color photographs showing site/exterior details of existing structures and that illustrate affected features ❑ Elevation drawings showing all sides of existing&proposed construction—label dimensions,colors, materials, lighting(fixture&famp rype,wattage),etc.-include compass bearing&scale;no larger than 2'x3'sheet—smaller permitted if legible O Product literature,specifications and samples of proposed materials and colors WICFIIII ff'OI1C y8rd SetbaCl(5 Ifl HIStOt'IC DIStI"ICtS OIIIY (Front setbacks:UR-1 &INST-HTR=30';UR-4=25';UR-2.UR-3&NCUD-I=10') - Installation, removal or change in material of drive-and walkways - Installation or removal of architectural, sculptural or vegetative screening over 3' in height - Installation of accessory utility structures or radio/satellite transmission/reception devices (more than 2'diameter) For any of above: ❑ Color photographs showing site/exterior details of existing structures,and of adjacent properties ❑ Site plan showing existing&proposed construction: include property lines&dimensions, required &proposed setbacks&lot coverage,site features (fences,walks,trees,etc.) street names,compass bearing&scale; no larger than 2'x3'sheet—smaller preferred if legible ❑ Product literature,specifications and samples of proposed materials and colors Signage/Awnin� ❑ Color photographs showing site/exterior details of existing structures,and adjacent properties ❑ Plan showing location of proposed sign/awning structure on building/premises: no larger than I I"x 17" ❑ Scaled illustration of proposed sign/awning structure and lettering(front view&profile): include all dimensions of structure;type, dimensions and style of lettering or logo;description of colors, materials, mounting method and hardware ❑ Descriptions,specifications of proposed lighting including fixture&lamp type,wattage, mounting method,and location ❑ Product literature,specifications and samples of proposed materials and colors Demolition ❑ Color photographs showing site/exterior details of existing structures,and of adjacent properties ❑ Site plan showing existing and any proposed structures-include dimensions,setbacks,street names,compass bearing,and scale ❑Written description of reasons for demolition and, in addition: O For structures of"architectural/historical significance",demonstrate"good cause"why structure cannot be preserved ❑ For structures in an architectural district that might be eligible for listing on National Register of Historic Places, or for a "contributing"structure in a National Register district(contact City staf�, provide plans for site development following demolition- include a timetable and letter of credit for project completion Telecommunication facilities � Color photographs showing site/existing structures,and of adjacent properties � Site plan showing existing and proposed structures: include dimensions, setbacks,street names,compass bearing,and scale � Scaled illustration of proposed structures: include all dimensions;colors, materials, lighting, mounting details B Consult Article 240-I 2.22 of the City's Zoning Ordinance and City staff to ensure compliance with requirements for visual impact assessment and existing and proposed vegetative screening Revised O1/2021 Request for extension of current approval ❑ Identify date of original DRC approval: Current expiration date: Org.App. No. ❑ Describe why this extension is necessary and whether any significant changes have occurred either on the site or in the neighborhood. SEQR Environmental Assessment Form B Applicants proposing the following must complete"Part I"of the SEQR Short Environmental Assessment Form(available here: http://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/permits e�operations pdf/seafpartone pdfl: -Construction or expansion of a multi-family residential structure(4 units +) -Construction or expansion(exceeding 4,000 sq.ft.gross floor area)of a principal or accessory non-residential structure -Telecommunications facility, radio antennae,satellite dishes -Demolition Disclosure Does any City of�cer, employee or family member thereof have a financial interest(as defined by General Municipal Law Section 809) in this application? B No ❑ Yes - If yes, a statement disclosing the name, residence, nature, and extent of this interest must be filed with this application. Certification I/we,the property owner(s), or purchaser(s)/lessee(s) under contract,of the land in question, hereby request an appearance before the Design Review Commission. By the signature(s)attached hereto, I/we certify that the information provided within this application and accompanying documentation is, to the best of my/our knowledge, true and accurate. I/we further understand that intentionally providing false or misleading information is grounds for immediate denial of this application. I/we hereby authorize the members of the Design Review Commission and designated City staff to enter the property associated with this application for purposes of conducting any necessary site inspections relating to this application. Furthermore, I/we agree to meet all requirements under Article VII for Historic Review or Article VIII for Architectural Review of the Zoning Code of the City of Saratoga Springs. n Sprin�� D. ry , � Date: �/,�5/a I (applicant signature) Date: (applicant signature) If applicant is not the currently the owner of the properry,the current owner must also sign. Saratoga Casino Holdings LLC Owner Signature: //�- �z�— Date: �3 a� Owner Signature: Date: Revised Ol/2021