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Home My WebLink About20211115 H & R Block Signage Application **HANDWRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED** jFOROFFICE USEl OG:1 �. r CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS (Application#) t j, =N DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION CITY HALL-474 BROADWAY (Date received) J t' ' SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK 12866-2296 °RPORnTEo TEL: 518-587-3550 X2533 www.saratoga-springs.org (Project Title) APPLICATION FOR: ARCHITECTURAL/HISTORIC REVIEW Staff Review APPLICANT(S)* OWNER(S) (if not applicant) ATTORNEY/AGENT Name South Water Signs Piseco Realty LTD. Adirondack Sign Co LLC Address 934 N Church Rd PO Box 52 72 Ballston Ave Elmhurst, IL 30126 Lake Pleasant, NY 12108 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Phone 319-930-2389 / / 518409-7446/ Email Jkrystofide@southsigns.com john@adksignco.com Identify primary contact person: 0 Applicant 0 Owner 8 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: 0 Owner III Lessee 0 Under option to lease or purchase PROPERTY INFORMATION Property Address/Location: 250A Washington Ave Tax Parcel #: 65 $ _ 2 _ 5.11 (for example: /65.52—4—37) Date Acquired by Owner: Current Zoning District: T-5 Property use: 0 Residential 0 Non-residential/mixed-use Type of Review: 0 Architectural 0 Historic 0 Extension/modification (of current approval) Summary description of proposed action: Installation of sign provided by South Water Signs for H&R Block. Sign will be channel letters design measuring 40" x 120.78" overall with logo box mounted to a raceway. This is consistent with tenants in this plaza. Materials will be aluminum cans with acrylic faces as per attached drawings. Has a previous application been filed with the DRC for this property? 0 No e Yes—date(s)? -App. No.(s)? Revised 01/2021 **A "complete" application consists 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&lamp type,wattage),etc. -include compass bearing&scale; no larger than 2'x3'sheet—smaller permitted if legible ❑ Product literature,specifications and samples of proposed materials and colors Within front yard setbacks in Historic Districts only (Front setbacks:UR-I &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/Awnings ▪ 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" 8 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 8 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: ❑ 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 staff), 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 ❑ Consult Article 240-12.22 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 01/2021 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 ❑ Applicants proposing the following must complete"Part I" of the SEQR Short Environmental Assessment Form (available here: http://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/perm its_ej_operations_pdf/seaf partone.pdf): - 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 officer, employee or family member thereof have a financial interest (as defined by General Municipal Law Section 809) in this application? E No 0 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. Date: (applicant signature) Date: (applicant signature) If applicant is not the currently the owner of the property, the current owner must also sign. Owner Signature: Date: Owner Signature: Date: Revised 01/2021 Nry 0G � CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION `, City Hall 474 Broadway Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 ryc°"PORATEt) Tel:518-587-3550 x2533 www.saratoga-springs.org INSTRUCTIONS ARCHITECTURAL/HISTORIC REVIEW APPLICATION I. ELIGIBILITY:An applicant to the Design Review Commission for Architectural Review or Historic Review must be the property owner(s) or lessee, or have an option to lease or purchase the property in question. 2. COMPLETE SUBMISSIONS: Applicants are encouraged to work with City staff to ensure that an application is complete. The DRC will only consider properly completed applications that contain 1 original and 1 digital version of the application and ALL other required materials as indicated on the application. HANDWRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!! 3. ACTIONS REQUIRING REVIEW: Architectural Review District Historic Review District • any exterior changes that require a building permit • Installation or exterior change to a structure requiring a • any change in exterior building materials building or demolition permit • a new, or change to an existing, sign or sign structure • any material change to exterior of a structure including: • demolition of a structure - addition or removal of exterior architectural features - installation, removal or material changes to exterior building elements such as roof, siding, windows, doors, Within a non-residential zoning district: • a change in exterior building color porches, etc. • installation of an awning - enclosure or screening or buildings openings such as windows, doors, porches, etc. - installation of utility, mechanical or misc. accessory structures to the exterior of a building such as HVAC equipment, solar panels, wind turbines, radio/satellite transmission/reception devices, etc. • Within a front yard setback: - installation, removal or material changes to drive- or walkways - installation or removal of architectural, sculptural or vegetative screening that exceeds 3' in height - installation of accessory utility structures or radio/satellite transmission/reception devices over 2' in diameter • a change in exterior building color within a non- residential zoning district • a new, or change to an existing, sign or awning • installation of telecommunications facilities Note—Ordinary maintenance or repair that does not involve a change in material, design or outer appearance is exempt from Historic or Architectural Review. Revised 01/2021 4. DESIGN GUIDELINES: The Design Review Commission will evaluate whether the proposed action (construction, alteration or demolition) is compatible with existing structures and surrounding properties using the following criteria: • Height— consistent with historic form and context of site and surrounding properties • Scale— relationship of structure and its architectural elements to human size, form, perception • Proportion — relationship among building elements including front facade, windows, and doors • Rhythm— pattern resulting from repeating building elements such as door/window openings, columns, arches, and other facade elements • Directional Expression — compatibility with horizontal &vertical expression of surrounding structures • Massing & Open Space— relationship of structure to open space between it and adjoining buildings • Setback—compatibility with surrounding structures • Compatibility of the following with surrounding structures/properties: - Major building elements (storefronts, doors, windows, roof) - Building materials - Color— (in non-residential zoning districts only) 5. DECISIONS: The Design Review Commission may approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove an application. The DRC may impose appropriate conditions and safeguards in connection with its approval including nature/quality of materials, manner of construction, and design. An applicant may appeal a denied DRC application on the grounds of hardship. Application approvals shall expire within 18 months of the filing date unless the project has sufficiently commenced (i.e. building/demolition permits obtained and construction/alteration begun). Applicants may request up to 2 extensions if requested before expiration date of prior approval. 6. AGENDA DATE: Check City's website (www.saratoga-springs.org) for meeting dates. Applications are placed on an agenda on first-come, first-served basis as determined by the completeness of the application. 7. APPLICATION FEE (NON-REFUNDABLE): Make checks payable to the "Commissioner of Finance". REFER TO THE CURRENT FEE WORKSHEET INCLUDED IN THIS DOCUMENT. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: More detailed information on Architectural Review, Historic Review and the Design Review Commission responsibilities may be found in the City's Zoning Ordinance available in City Hall and on the City's web site at http://www.saratoga-springs.org/544/Zoning-Ordinance. Revised 01/2021 2021 LAND USE BOARD FEE WORKSHEET OPED Fees Type 2021 Fee Application to Zoning Board of Appeals[1][2] TOTAL #VARIANCE Use Variance $1100+$50/app Area Variance-Residential $275/var+$50/app+$125 eachadd'I variance Area Variance-Multi-Family,Comm,Mixed-Use $660/var+$50/app+$200 eachadd'I variance Interpretations $550+$50/app Post-Work Application Fee Add 50%App fee+$50/app Variance extensions 50%ofApp fee+$50/app Application to Design Review Commission[1] TOTAL #STRUCTURE Demolition I $385 Residential Structures Principal $55 Accessory $55 Extension $35 Modification $55 Multi-Family,Comm,Mixed-Use Structures Sketch $165 Principal $550 Extension $200 Modification $330 Multi-Family,Comm,Mixed-Use Accessory,Signs,Awnings Principal $140 Extension $75 Modification $140 Post-Work Application Fee Add 50%App fee Application to Planning Board[1] TOTAL #STRUCTURE Special Use Permit[2] $990+$50/app Special UsePermit-extension $330 Special UsePermit-modification[2] $450+$50/app Site Plan Review-incl.PUD: Sketch Plan $330 Residential $330+$200/unit Residential-extension $200 Residential-modification $400 Non-residential $660+$130/1000 sf Non-Residential-extension $300 Non-Residential-modification $650 Subdivision-incl.PUD: TOTAL #LOTS Sketch Plan I $330 Preliminary Approval[2] Residential:1-5 lots $660+$50/app Residential:6-10 lots $990+$50/app Residential:11-20 lots $1320+$50/app Residential:21+lots $1650+50/app Residential-extension $330 Final Approval[2] Residential $1320+$175/lot+$50/app Non-Residential $2000/lot+$50/app Final Approval Modification[2] Residential $330+$50/app Non-Residential $550+$50/app Final Approval Extension Residential $135 Non-Residential $330 Other: TOTAL #LOT/ACRE Post-Work Application Fee Add 50%App fee Lot Line Adjustment $350 Letter of Credit-modification or extension $440 Letter of Credit-collection up to 1%ofLoC Recreation Fee $2000/lotorunit Land Disturbance $660+$55/acre SEQRA EIS Review(Draft&Final) TBD Legal Noticing if PB requires Public Hearing $50/app [1] Fees are based on per structure,except where noted. $0.00 TOTAL DUE [2] Legal ad required;includes City processing and publishing For Administrative Use Total Paid at Intake Revised Fee Balance Due / / Balance Paid Staff approval HELR BLOCK 30521 250 A Wasington St. Saratoga Springs, NY E00852 07.08.21 Exterior Site Plan t' •,_- , ,{ySaratog] ^SiL 7 • ; e y •, .ow.. . . t Illktit f i ce" ton 3 t v,: i Washing t F T,I ,S aeF 2 I Wa in.[�� C. -".)S ops � l' .�. 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I .1: _in_ r LO ELECTRICAL _ 120V/277V Class 2 SeIfAdtusi'ng Power Supply t%.,...____ ,.�— _ 4� \ \ \ `� _—`�__ ___E, --- 66W 12V Sngle Phase,Installed per NEC code book __ All wiring bonded and grounded Existing Sign Proposed Sign Colors to Match LED CHANNEL LETTERING I LUMINAnoN-RACEWAY MOUNT I Faces-3/16"#2447 c IDI E I Arkema Plexiglas I T Trim&Returns o-►' — ®� Arlon 2500-Green 2586/Panton PMS 2422� o-► I'\�(� Letter Trim&Returns I 1,47,_1_,,,,, Use of spacers in conjunction with hardware PMS 430c 0 m 1.--4-0 must be used for mounting to corrugated facade. 0-1 l Raceway Color B / PMS 626/MP 939 Ei 14 _C_ 1� PART NUMBER En B E. D E F E. 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Address', 934N 303334900hurch Road E D South Water Si ns 07.08.21 250 A Washington St Elmhurst,IL 60126 Saratoga Springs,NY P 630.333 490b xx xx xx F630.3334915 ❑P Overview Photos D ' i D 17/1/1 1/1 11 I I I II II II II 111 1 Kitt rl Iii i III I I I I I I I lattli _� ® • _ - i MAIN ID FRONT ELEVATION MAIN ID X&RBLOCK me"' � ALL DESIGNS PRESENTED ARE THE SOIE PROPERTY OF SOUTHWATER SIGNS MS WO CODE m��E�m�aErz�� ,Db �FLBYII L AND MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT WRITTEN 0 0 A E00852 Store m,arcevc:rtr LISTED PERMISSION FROM SOUTH WATERSIGNS. 0082JJ 1 ❑o ❑R (SouthWaterSigns IL610 07.08.21 250 A Washington St Elmhurst,33 4906 Saratoga Springs,NY P 630.333 490b Latest Re.. XX F 630.333 4915 ❑P XX XX Code Check 6.1.5.1 WALL SIGNAGE SIGN AREA:The entire area within a continuous perimeter enclosing the extreme limits of A sign which is painted on,or attached to,the outside wall of a building with the sign sign display,including any frame or border_The sign structure shall be included if face parallel to and not extending more than 6 inches from such wall.The area designed as integral to the sign display. The calculation for a double-faced sign shall be measurement of a wall sign include all advertising features but shall exclude non- the area of one face only. [cry OG SARATOGA SPRir.GS ZONING❑ROI NAN CT advertising support structures. A. NU MEER—COMMERCIILL,INSTITUTIONAL CR INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS 1. An establishment is permitted one wall sign per street frontage. 2. A structure located on a lot with more than one street frontage is permitted one wall sign for each street frontage_A publicly-owned alley shall he considered street frontage. 3 An establishment located on a lot with no street frontage is permitted one wall sign on any single facade of the establishment_ 4. An establishment,located within a portion of a structure without street frontage but on a lot with frontage,is permitted one wall sign. 5. A single wall sign may be used to identify more than one establishment as in the case of a sign directory. B. INSTALLATION 1. Wall signs shall not extend beyond the ends,or over the top,of the walls to which it is attached 2. Wall signs shall not extend above the first floor level of the building 3. Wall signs shall not extend more than 6 cubes from the face of the building. 4. Electric wall signs may extend a total of 14 inches from the face of the building to accommodate a code-required transformer box but that box shall not extend more than 8 inches from the building_ - Whenever possible,the transformer box shall be concealed inside the building. - Exterior mounted transformer boxes are prohibited in the Historic District(s),, in the T-6 district,and in the T-5"downtown"and Inner Excelsior Avenue" areas. - All backlit signs shall have a dark background.Only the letters andlor message area of the sign shall be illuminated. C. SIZE: The maximum area for wall signage shall not exceed 2 sq.ft.for each linear foot of building frontage attributable to the identified business,or a total of 100 sq.ft., whichever is less_ - For buildings with multiple tenants having store fronts only,the facade rented by the tenant shall be considered as wall area for a sign. 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