HomeMy WebLinkAbout20230112 Pint Sized Sidewalk Cafe Application
**HANDWRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**
Revised 01/30/2023
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
CITY HALL – 474 BROADWAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK 12866-2296
Tel: 518-587-3550 x 2533
www.saratoga-springs.org
APPLICATION FOR:
ARCHITECTURAL / HISTORIC REVIEW
APPLICANT(S)*
Name ______________________________
Address ______________________________
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Phone ______________________________
Email ______________________________
OWNER(S) (If not applicant)
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ATTORNEY/AGENT
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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: ___________________________________ Tax Parcel #: ________ . _____ - _____ - _____
(for example: 165.52 – 4 – 37 )
Current Zoning District:___________
Type of Review: Architectural Historic Extension/modification (of current approval)
Summary description of proposed action: ___________________________________________________________________
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Has a previous Sidewalk Café/Outdoor Dining DRB approval been granted? No Yes – date(s)? _____________________
App. No.(s)?_____________
[FOR OFFICE USE]
(Application #)
(Date received)
(Project Title)
Staff Review
489 Broadway
Saratoga Springs 12866
No phone reach cell --->
wearepintsized@gmail.com
August Rosa
12 Robin Hood Court
Saratoga Springs 12866
518.866.0676
augustrosa@gmail.com
Pint Sized We don't deal with attorneys
489 Broadway 165 51 3 21
Urban Core
We want to continue using out outside space at Pint Sized.
People really like it. It's a dirt patch we would like to put mulch down so it looks more park like.
To be honest we don't really care about the furniture just tell us what to buy. Our customer base
largely doesn't care but we do want it to not be a patch of dirt ideally. This was a product of poor
tree removal and leaving the grown un level. Hard surface to work with that's why we think something
like a mulch will help level it and give it a park like vibe.
All of Covid
22051, 21047, 21049
**A “complete” application consists of 1 hard copy (original), and 1 electronic copy of application & ALL other materials
as required below:
Sidewalk Café and Outdoor Dining:
Color photographs showing site/exterior details of existing structures and adjacent properties
Site plan – to-scale drawing of the area must be submitted indicating the following:
Dimensions of the property frontage
Dimensions from building face to edge of sidewalk and from the edge of sidewalk to the curb (or tree belt area). If
on Private property, dimensions showing full extent of the area.
Dimensions of proposed sidewalk café or outdoor dining area, fencing or border included.
Location of all tables, chairs, barriers, planters, and other apparatus.
Product literature or color photographs with specifications of all proposed furniture and materials.
Note:
Any permanent signage shall be reviewed under a separate application
Any future changes made to layout, materials, etc. must be reviewed and approved by the DRB.
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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/permits_ej_operations_pdf/seafpartone.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?
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.
(applicant signature)
(applicant signature)
Date:
Date:
If applicant is not the currently the owner of the property, the current owner must also sign.
Owner Signature: Date:
Owner Signature: Date:
Last year
11/1/2022 22051
2/15/2023
People like it. It’s used all the time. It’s a part of Broadway now.
Link doesn’t go to an actual form. Says page is missing.
Landlord has approved all other expanded patio applications.
CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
CITY HALL – 474 BROADWAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK 12866-2296
Tel: 518-587-3550 x 2533
www.saratoga-springs.org
INSTRUCTIONS
ARCHITECTURAL / HISTORIC REVIEW
SIDEWALK CAFÉ and OUTDOOR DINING
1. ELIGIBILITY: An applicant to the Design Review Board 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 DRB 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: ALL sidewalk cafes and outdoor dining areas in the Architectural or Historic
Review Districts are subject to review, regardless if on public or private property.
Note: Ordinary maintenance or repair that does not involve a change in material, design, or out appearance is
exempt from review.
4. 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.
5. AGENDA DATE: For 2023 ONLY – A special meeting to review Outdoor Dining applications only will be held on
Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Any application not heard at this meeting will be placed on a subsequent regularly
scheduled DRB agenda.
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.
6. APPLICATION FEE (NON-REFUNDABLE): Make checks payable to the "Commissioner of Finance”.
2023 Sidewalk Café and Outdoor Dining Fee - $150
City of Saratoga Springs Chapter 136-33 Article IVA - Application 04052022 4
City of Saratoga Springs Design Guidelines for Temporary Outdoor Dining
LOCATION:
Outdoor dining space should not obscure, damage or destroy the features of the building or the streetscape.
Outdoor dining design elements should stand independently of the building facade. In the event that design
elements cannot stand independently, any attachments to the facade should be made in such a manner that, if
removed in the future, the building facade would not be irreparably damaged.
MATERIALS:
In designing outdoor space, the use of artificial materials, such as plastic and vinyl, are to be avoided at all costs.
Natural materials, namely metal or wood are to be used instead. The materials and details should be similar to,
or complement, the building itself.
DEMARCATION:
1.Railings - If used for demarcation, railings should be made of metal (or natural wood) and should
complement the building.
2.Sectional Fencing - Fabric Inserts, if used, should be framed out. Post and Stanchions may be used for
demarcation. Solid sheet fencing is prohibited.
3.Planters - Potted plants and/or planters are encouraged.
SCREENING:
Potted plants and/or planters are encouraged. A green wall (lattice with plants growing through it), if used, should
incorporate liv e plants. A square lattice pattern is preferred over a diagonal pattern. Plas tic or artificial plantings
and flowe rs are no t acc e ptable .
SKIRTING/LATTICE:
In the event that an elevated platform or deck is necessary, it would require skirting to screen the space beneath the
structure. If lattice is use d for skirting it should be placed in a frame. A square lattice pattern is preferred over a
diagonal pattern. The use of natural materials for lattice or skirting boards (wood) is encouraged. Vinyl and plas tic
are no t acc e ptable and not in keeping with the City’s historic district design standards.
FLOOR S URFACES/ F OOTING:
Resurfacing is discouraged. Existing surfaces - pavement or grass - should be maintained and incorporated into
your space. If resurfacing is unavoidable, new surfaces should be made of natural materials. Unde r no
circumstance s will s urfac e s be constructed of carpe ting, artificial turf, vinyl or plas tic.
TABLES AND CHAIRS:
Tables and chairs must be constructed of durable materials and properly maintained. Metal is the pre fe rred
mat e rial and small tables are encouraged as they provide more layout flexibility. Plastic tables and picnic tables are
not acceptable and not in keeping with the City’s historic design standards.
UMBRELLAS:
Umbrellas should be solid in color. Umbre llas mus t no t c ontain or di s play any adv e rti s ing except for t he name
and/or logo of the bus ine s s . Umbrella color and design shall c oordinate with th e design of the building or business
and be compatible with the sidewalk cafe furniture.
BARRIERS:
The cement barriers placed by the City are not to be decorated with paint other than brick red [e.g. P antone #8C373E,
RGB (140, 55, 62)] wit h grey/white lin es simulating mortar and a traditional brick pattern.
KEY POINTS: Natural mat e rials (me tal/wood) s hould always be us ed in t he City’s H istoric D istricts.
Plas tic, v inyl, artificial plantings and artificial fl o o r s urfac e s are not acceptable.