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Home My WebLink About20190705 Waterhouse Solar Panels Application CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION air City Hall-474 Broadway } :ry Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 CQRPoRATEo ' Tel:518-587-3550 x25 15 fax:518-580-9480 www.saratoga-springs.org INSTRUCTIONS ARCHITECTURAL/ HISTORIC REVIEW APPLICATION . 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 Within a non-residential zoning district: building elements such as roof, siding,windows, doors, • 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 01/2019 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 façade, windows, and doors • Rhythm — pattern resulting from repeating building elements such as door/window openings, columns, arches, and other façade 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 approval 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. SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Check City's website (www.saratoga-springs.org) for application deadlines and meeting dates. 7. APPLICATION FEE: Make checks payable to the "Commissioner of Finance" and attach to top of original application. Fees are non-refundable. Demolition $350 Residential Structures (principal, accessory) $50 Residential approval —extension/modification $50 Non-residential / mixed-use structures (principal) $500 Non-residential/mixed-use extension/modification $300 Non-residential / mixed-use structures (sketch) $150 Non-residential signs, awnings, accessory structures $125 Non-residential approval —extension/modification $125 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 htt•://www.sarato:a-s•rin_s.or_/544/Zonin_-Ord inance. Revised 01/2019 Nrt 0G4 [FOR OFFICE USE1 CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION r ' "' El (Application#) w° City Hall -474 Broadway Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 CQ' 'DRAT Tel:518-587-3550 x.5 15 fax:518-580-9480 (Date received) www.saratoga-springs.org ARCHITECTURAL/ HISTORIC REVIEW APPLICATION AP P LI CANT(S)* OWNER(S) (If not applicant) ATTORNEY/AGENT Name lLEi W t tu,e II LL. i• ��:.:4.:(.1 AddresstEntt41577111.11iiamn Ake. 113 Him&Rapid , `o r.)r FlatI1 fl , Nc 11 `"r3r (nor; �j Mr 111L(�)U)U) lL(�)U)U) Phone 518-281-4174 / / 866-452-7652 111 Email I ••'..,.„(1) t3( fix= .",. . armn Identify primary contact person: 0 Applicant 0 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 0 Lessee 0 Under option to lease or purchase PROPERTY INFORMATION 4E7 um dm 0 Property Address/Location: '' p y Tax Parcel #: - - (for example: 165.52—4—37) Current Zoning District.. FFIR 1 Property use: • Residential 0 Non-residential/mixed-use Type of Review: •Architectural 0 Historic 0 Extension/modification (of current approval) Summary description of proposed action: ff PitctiOtt Rrititi I Rhi i @1f( i sAqi Rir�j F� *ttili WHAMI I I r (Jtl"rtg"r.ftiMPs 114V- t l @fir ttM rr@fgf gEi g IV-t4ittrh ttht ref WAREe 41"41 ttPit t r4e4 Qif tOit -I'VI I I Iv- ''..fti4 AUI I I (J r 4IttgtiI @ f'2'2A'Wilt ftEet @df rffe r r f t ;IN/04-J 4l"f@ tee •-c)\OM 4f 1--riff Mrl ,tine ffkOitte cdf ttitt 04-3 I I 41W1gzE41 qi WTI 1r ,'4001 f Pi1f .Trim Ift pititt@ft ttCr rifilttfUr 4021 r fidI Ir4%litttrr)*III Iv-911.04,1*-% I I40019. Has a previous application been filed with the DRC for this property? • No 0 Yes—date(s)? -App. No.(s)? Revised 01/2019 APPLICATION FEE (payable to "Commissioner of Finance"): Residential Structures (principal, accessory) $50 Non-residential/mixed-use structures (principal) $500 Residential approval—extension/mod $50 Non-residential signs, awnings, accessory structures $125 Non-residential mixed-use sketch $150 Non-residential approval—extension/mod $125 Demolition $350 **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 11"x17" ❑ 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: ❑ 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 01/2019 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 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..7773V19 (applicant signature) Date: (applicant signature) If applicant is not the current) the owner of the property the current owner must also sign. mow Owner Signature: 40111441111° Date: 1111/11 Owner Signature: Date: Revised 01/2019 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY This application has been reviewed by the Zoning Enforcement Officer and is being forwarded to the Commission. Signature: Date: Additional Comments: Revised 01/2019 Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 1 -Project Information Instructions for Completing Part 1—Project Information. The applicant or project sponsor is responsible for the completion of Part 1. Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,are subject to public review,and may be subject to further verification. Complete Part 1 based on information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to any item,please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information. Complete all items in Part 1.You may also provide any additional information which you believe will be needed by or useful to the lead agency; attach additional pages as necessary to supplement any item. Part 1—Project and Sponsor Information Name of Action or Project: Leisa Waterhouse roof mount solar array Project Location(describe,and attach a location map): 457 Union Ave.Saratoga Springs,NY 12866 Brief Description of Proposed Action: Roof mount installation of(36)365w solar panels,with central inverter. Panels will be flush mounted on the roof surfaces, The distance between the roof surface and the top of the solar panel will be 5".Panels will cover a total of 664 square feet of roof surface.The surface of the PV panels are glass coated with an anti-reflective coating,the frame of the panel is anodized aluminum,which has a matte finish.The PV equipment(solar meter and central inverter)will be mounted interiorly.Total power production: 13.14 kW DC/10 kW AC Name of Applicant or Sponsor: Telephone: 866-452-7652 X111 Suncommon/Lea Springstead E-Mail: lea.springstead@suncommon.com Address: 13 Hook Road City/PO: State: Zip Code: Rhinebeck NY 12866 1. Does the proposed action only involve the legislative adoption of a plan,local law,ordinance, NO YES administrative rule,or regulation? If Yes,attach a narrative description of the intent of the proposed action and the environmental resources that ✓ El may be affected in the municipality and proceed to Part 2. If no,continue to question 2. 2. Does the proposed action require a permit,approval or funding from any other government Agency? NO YES If Yes,list agency(s)name and permit or approval:Utility/National Grid approval(granted).City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission&code enforcement office approval. 0 Z 3. a. Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? 2.77 acres b.Total acreage to be physically disturbed? 0 acres c. Total acreage(project site and any contiguous properties)owned or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? 0 acres 4. Check all land uses that occur on,are adjoining or near the proposed action: 5. ❑Urban ❑ Rural(non-agriculture) ❑ Industrial ❑ Commercial m Residential (suburban) ❑ Forest ❑ Agriculture ❑ Aquatic 0 Other(Specify): Golf country club ❑Parkland Page 1 of 3 SEAF 2019 5. Is the proposed action, NO YES N/A a. A permitted use under the zoning regulations? ✓ El b. Consistent with the adopted comprehensive plan? 0 ✓ 0 NO YES 6. Is the proposed action consistent with the predominant character of the existing built or natural landscape? D Z 7. Is the site of the proposed action located in,or does it adjoin,a state listed Critical Environmental Area? NO YES If Yes,identify: Z 0 NO YES 8. a. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels? Z El b. Are public transportation services available at or near the site of the proposed action? Z El c. Are any pedestrian accommodations or bicycle routes available on or near the site of the proposed ✓ El action? 9. Does the proposed action meet or exceed the state energy code requirements? NO YES If the proposed action will exceed requirements,describe design features and technologies: 0 Z 10. Will the proposed action connect to an existing public/private water supply? NO YES If No,describe method for providing potable water: Z 0 11. Will the proposed action connect to existing wastewater utilities? NO YES If No,describe method for providing wastewater treatment: Z 0 12. a.Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to,a building, archaeological site,or district NO YES which is listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places,or that has been determined by the Commissioner of the NYS Office of Parks,Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the ✓ El State Register of Historic Places? Z El b. Is the project site,or any portion of it,located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for archaeological sites on the NY State Historic Preservation Office(SHPO)archaeological site inventory? 13. a. Does any portion of the site of the proposed action,or lands adjoining the proposed action,contain NO YES wetlands or other waterbodies regulated by a federal,state or local agency? Z El b. Would the proposed action physically alter,or encroach into,any existing wetland or waterbody? Z 0 If Yes,identify the wetland or waterbody and extent of alterations in square feet or acres: Page 2 of 3 14. Identify the typical habitat types that occur on,or are likely to be found on the project site. Check all that apply: ❑Shoreline fl Forest ❑Agricultural/grasslands ❑ Early mid-successional ❑Wetland P Urban L Suburban 15. Does the site of the proposed action contain any species of animal,or associated habitats,listed by the State or NO YES Federal government as threatened or endangered? 16. Is the project site located in the 100-year flood plan? NO YES 17. Will the proposed action create storm water discharge,either from point or non-point sources? NO YES If Yes, ✓ a. Will storm water discharges flow to adjacent properties? b. Will storm water discharges be directed to established conveyance systems(runoff and storm drains)? n If Yes,briefly describe: 18. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that would result in the impoundment of water NO YES or other liquids(e.g.,retention pond,waste lagoon, dam)? If Yes,explain the purpose and size of the impoundment: El 19. Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the location of an active or closed solid waste NO YES management facility? If Yes,describe: El 20.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the subject of remediation(ongoing or NO YES completed) for hazardous waste? If Yes,describe: Z El I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE AND ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/sponsor/name: Suncommon/Lea Springstead Date: 7/3/2019 Signature: 404,4;fra-uadTitle: Project Manager PRINT FORM Page 3 of 3 Agency Use Only [If applicable] Project: Date: Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 2 -Impact Assessment Part 2 is to be completed by the Lead Agency. Answer all of the following questions in Part 2 using the information contained in Part 1 and other materials submitted by the project sponsor or otherwise available to the reviewer. When answering the questions the reviewer should be guided by the concept"Have my responses been reasonable considering the scale and context of the proposed action?" No,or Moderate small to large imp act imp act may may occur occur 1. Will the proposed action create a material conflict with an adopted land use plan or zoning regulations? 0 El 2. Will the proposed action result in a change in the use or intensity of use of land? 0 El 3. Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of the existing community? 0 El 4. Will the proposed action have an impact on the environmental characteristics that caused the 0 El establishment of a Critical Environmental Area(CEA)? 5. Will the proposed action result in an adverse change in the existing level of traffic or affect existing infrastructure for mass transit,biking or walkway? 0 El 6. Will the proposed action cause an increase in the use of energy and it fails to incorporate D El reasonably available energy conservation or renewable energy opportunities? 7. Will the proposed action impact existing: 0 El a.public/private water supplies? b.public/private wastewater treatment utilities? 0 El 8. Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of important historic,archaeological, 0 El architectural or aesthetic resources? 9. Will the proposed action result in an adverse change to natural resources(e.g.,wetlands, waterbodies,groundwater, air quality, flora and fauna)? D El 10. Will the proposed action result in an increase in the potential for erosion,flooding or drainage 0 El problems? 11. Will the proposed action create a hazard to environmental resources or human health? 0 El PRINT FORM Page 1 of 2 SEAF 2019 Agency Use Only[If applicable] Project: Date: Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 3 Determination of Significance For every question in Part 2 that was answered"moderate to large impact may occur",or if there is a need to explain why a particular element of the proposed action may or will not result in a significant adverse environmental impact,please complete Part 3. Part 3 should,in sufficient detail,identify the impact,including any measures or design elements that have been included by the project sponsor to avoid or reduce impacts. Part 3 should also explain how the lead agency determined that the impact may or will not be significant.Each potential impact should be assessed considering its setting, probability of occurring,duration,irreversibility,geographic scope and magnitude. Also consider the potential for short- term,long-term and cumulative impacts. nCheck this box if you have determined,based on the information and analysis above,and any supporting documentation, that the proposed action may result in one or more potentially large or significant adverse impacts and an environmental impact statement is required. nCheck this box if you have determined,based on the information and analysis above,and any supporting documentation, that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts. Name of Lead Agency Date Print or Type Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Title of Responsible Officer Signature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Signature of Preparer(if different from Responsible Officer) PRINT FORM Page 2 of 2