HomeMy WebLinkAbout20211068 Stockwell Slate Exterior Modifications Correspondance-SSPF Letter Saratoga Springs
Preservation Foundation
December 8,2021
FOR
PRESERVATION Ms. Tamie Ehinger,Chair
$, Design Review Commission
City Hall
474 Broadway
Saratoga Springs,NY 12866
RE: 135 Washington Street— Slate Roof Replacement& Exterior Modifications
Dear Tamie:
The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation reviewed the application for the slate roof
replacement and exterior porch modifications at 135 Washington Street
Board of Directors The Queen Anne residence,built circa 1880,is a contributing building to the West Side
Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places and located in an
Adam N.Favro
President Architectural Review District.
Michelle Funiciello The proposed work includes the removal of slate,metal, and composition roofs and
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replacing with them with composition shingles as well as porch modifications.
Dmitriy Yermolayev
Treasurer Roofs are a distinctive architectural feature of a building. The Foundation recommends
Linda Harvey that the slate roof be replaced in-kind,not with asphalt shingle,to maintain the original
Secretary historic appearance in composition,design,color,texture, and other visual qualities. The
Tiffany Blair Foundation feels strongly that it is important for the building to retain as much of its
Jaime Butler original character-defining features as possible.
Steve Dodds
Giovanna D'Orazio
Julia Dunn The intent 7.4.6 of the City of Saratoga Springs Historic Review Standards is to preserve
Sandra Fox as much of the historic fabric of our community's historic resources as possible. The
James Gold Standards state:
John Haller
Richard King
Stephen Kyne A. Preserve rather than remove
Vincent Li errs
Samantha Nass original Distinguishing features of a structure or site are essential to the historic
Dorothy Rogers-Bullis quality and character of that site. Distinguishing original qualities or character of
Sheila Sperling a structure, site and/or its environment shall be preserved and protected to the
Jason Thomas
Maddy Zanetti maximum extent possible. Destruction or alteration of any historic material or
distinctive architectural features should be avoided.
James Kettlewell B. Repair rather than replace
emeritus Distinctive architectural features that characterize a structure or site shall be
repaired rather than replaced whenever possible. If replacement is necessary,the
Samantha Bosshart replacement materials should match the original in composition,design,color,
Executive Director texture and other visual qualities.
Per the Historic District Design Guidelines for Roofs:
• Repair and maintain original roofing materials whenever possible.
• If replacement is necessary,the roof should match the original design, size,
shape,material, and texture or should be based on historic evidence. If no
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historic evidence is available,the roof should match in design and materials the
architectural style and period of the historic building.
• Roof details,including eaves,cornice,gable-end trim and the entablature, should
be maintained and preserved whenever possible as they contribute and define the
architectural character of the structure.
The Foundation feels strongly that it is important for the building to retain as much of its
original character-defining features as possible. The Foundation encourages the repair
and retention of the existing slate and metal roofs. If repair is not possible,the materials
should be replaced in-kind.
The Foundation is pleased that applicant proposes in-kind replacement for the porch
modifications which are consistent with the Historic District Design Guidelines for
Porches&Decks.
The Foundation understands that this restoration will be costly. Therefore,it recommends
that the owner explore the New York State Historic Homeowner Tax Credit program.This
program offers a state income tax credit equal to 20% of qualified rehabilitation expenses
associated with repair,maintenance,and upgrades to historic homes.The value of the credit
is applied to your NYS tax liability to reduce the amount one owes. The program covers
20%of qualified rehabilitation expenses up to a credit value of$50,000 per year.
Thank you in advance for your thoughtful consideration.
Sincerely,
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Adam N.Favro Samantha Bosshart
President Executive Director
Cc: James Stockwell,Applicant
Amanda Tucker, Senior Planner