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Michele M. Funiciello
President
Sheila Sperling
Vice President
Linda L. Harvey
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Stephen Kyne
Treasurer
Tiffany Blair
Steven Dodds
Giovanna D’Orazio
Julia Dunn
Adam N. Favro
John Haller
Vincent LaTerra
Patty Morrison
Samantha Nass
Dorothy Rogers-Bullis
Jason Thomas
Maddy Zanetti
James Kettlewell
emeritus
Staff
Samantha Bosshart
Executive Director
Nicole Babie
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Patricia Herrick
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March 14, 2023
Ms. Tamie Ehinger. Chair
Design Review Board
City Hall
474 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
RE: 115 Caroline Street – Deck Alterations and Fence Installation
Dear Tamie:
The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation reviewed the application for the deck
modification and fence installation at 115 Caroline Street.
The circa 1840’s Greek Revival style residence is contributing building to the East Side
Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Foundation encourages the applicant and the Design Review Board to consider the
Historic District Design Guidelines for Porches and Decks:
Decks
• The design, size, scale and materials, as well as the relationship between proportion
and height of the railing, should complement the existing historic structure.
• The use of natural materials is preferred. The use of pressure treated wood is
appropriate for concealed substructure. Exposed or painted pressure treated wood
is discouraged.
In addition, the Foundation encourages the applicant and the Design Review Board to
consider the Historic District Design Guidelines for Site Details and Streetscapes:
Fences
• New fences should be consistent with the historic style and period of the house in
both design and materials.
• Recommended fencing materials for contributing or significant properties include
wood picket, wrought iron, and cast iron. Vinyl, PVC, and chain link are to be
avoided.
• Fencing styles on the same property should be consistent Avoid mixing fencing
styles and materials.
• Fencing design and materials should be consistent with the age of the historic or
contributing structure. Contemporary fences, if used, should be reserved for areas
not visible from the street or to the rear of the property.
• Privacy fences are to be avoided in the front yard and are most appropriate to
screen parking areas, mechanical equipment, pools and other features in rear and
side yards. The design of privacy wood fences should be consistent the materials
and design of the adjacent buildings and fences.
112 Spring Street, Suite 203
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 587-5030
www.saratogapreservation.org
• Fences are not permitted to exceed 6 feet in height in most areas. Eight feet may
be permitted in commercial and industrial districts and on boundaries between
residential and non-residential districts.
The Foundation does not object to the use of a composite material for the deck as it is not
highly visible from the public right-of-way.
The fence that was constructed without approval is not consistent in design and materials
with the age of the historic residence and the adjacent historic properties. There is no
documented precedent for this type of fence within the historic district.
Thank you in advance for your thoughtful consideration.
Sincerely,
Michele Funiciello Samantha Bosshart
President Executive Director
Cc: Nicolas R. Meyer, Applicant
Amanda Tucker, City of Saratoga Springs