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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20230008 Duplainville Site Plan Public Comment Homsey4/27/23, 10:35 AM Zimbra https://m.saratoga-springs.org/h/printmessage?id=12762&tz=America/New_York 1/2 From :noreply@civicplus.com Subject :Online Form Submittal: Land Use Board Agenda Public Comment To :julia destino <julia.destino@saratoga-springs.org>, susan barden <susan.barden@saratoga-springs.org>, susanna combs <susanna.combs@saratoga-springs.org> Zimbra julia.destino@saratoga-springs.org Online Form Submittal: Land Use Board Agenda Public Comment Wed, Apr 26, 2023 11:02 PM CAUTION: This email originated outside of the City network. Please contact IT Support if you need assistance determining if it's a threat before opening attachments or clicking any links. Land Use Board Agenda Public Comment SUBMIT COMMENTS REGARDING CITY PROJECTS Thank you for submitting your comments. Your feedback will be forwarded to the City's Planning Department and Land Use Board members. NOTE: Comments submitted later than 12:00 noon on the day before the Land Use Board meeting may not be reviewed prior to their meeting. All comments will be added to the project file in the Planning Department. Land Use Board Planning Board Name Ryan Homsey Email Address ryan.homsey@gmail.com Business Name Field not completed. Address 76 Adams Rd City Saratoga Springs State NY Zip Code 12866 Phone Number Field not completed. Project Name Duplainville Site Plan Project Number 20230008 Project Address 00 Duplainville 4/27/23, 10:35 AM Zimbra https://m.saratoga-springs.org/h/printmessage?id=12762&tz=America/New_York 2/2 Comments I appreciate the meeting that took place with Mr. Munter, Soleno, and 45 of my neighbors where many questions were addressed and some concessions were offered. But some concerns remain unresolved. The visual renderings don’t depict the adjacent homes affected by the site, and they don’t illustrate how the plastic pipes will tower above the berm and fence. Mr. Munter assured us that the pipes would not exceed 30 feet, and yet the height of a 12- foot retaining wall and 8-foot fence would only be 20 feet, resulting in a substantial visual impact. We can’t maintain the vision of our “City in the Country” without an ample “no cut” zone. Clear cutting will cause irreparable harm to the natural beauty of this neighborhood. The front yards of the properties on Adams Rd are protected wetlands. The irony that Soleno prides itself on sustainability while choosing a site that involves clear-cutting 22 acres is not lost on our community. The site should also take into greater account the existing forest and wildlife. There is a sufficient undeveloped land to relocate the pipes farther from the road. Although the site is zoned for industry, developments should be compatible with our residential area. Just as Mr. Munter aims to maximize the full potential of his property and Soleno stands to benefit from a multi-million-dollar tax incentive—residents should be able enjoy their homes in the peace and beauty of this neighborhood. Surely a compromise can be reached. A traffic study should be conducted on Adams Rd to account for the increase in workers who will keep Soleno’s operations running around the clock, seven days a week. The mailboxes are often hit by cars that speed down this scenic rural road, including my mailbox which was hit by a vehicle from the Department of Public Works. Before proceeding, I ask that the City hear our concerns allow more time to put equitable concessions into writing. Attach Photo (optional)Field not completed. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.