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TEL:518-587-3550 X2533
www.saratoga-springs.org
APPLICATION FOR:
ARCHITECTURAL / HISTORIC REVIEW
APPLICANT(S)*
Name
OWNER(S) (If not applicant)
Paul K. Male & Kathleen Kniskerr
Address
PO Box 27
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Phone /
518-852-7479 /
Email
pmale@nycap.rr.com
Identify primary contact person: 9 Applicant
9 Owner ❑ Attorney/Agent
(Application #)
(Date received)
(Project Title)
Staff Review
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:
PROPERTY INFORMATION
8 Owner ❑ Lessee
Property Address/Location: 136 - 138 Spring Street
Date Acquired by Owner: 11/30/19
❑ Under option to lease or purchase
Tax Parcel #: 166.61 3 29
(for example. 165.52 - 4 - 37)
Current Zoning District: UR - 3 Property use: ❑ Residential 19 Non-residential/mixed-use
Type of Review: ❑ Architectural ❑ Historic ❑ Extension/modification (of current approval)
Summary description of proposed action:
Installation of two basement egress windows as requested by Code Enforcement to allow the use as bedrroms that meet
code.
Has a previous application been filed with the DRC for this property? ❑ No I' Yes - date(s)? 2016??
-App. No.(s)?
Revised Ot/2021
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)
O 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-1 &INST-HTR=30%UR-4=25%UR-2,UR-3&NCUD-1=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 I I "xi 7"
❑ 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 O1/2021
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.Qov/docs/permits ei 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?
9 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.
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(applicant signature)
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(appli t signature)
7/24/23
7/23/23
If applicant is not the currently the owner of the property, the current owner must also sign.
Owner Signature:
Owner Signature:
Date:
Revised 01/2021
Short Environmental Assessment Form
Part I -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:
Instakilatioin of two basement egress windows
Project Location (describe, and attach a location map):
136 - 138 Spring Street
Brief Description of Proposed Action:
Installtion of two basement egress windows as requested by Code Enforcement to allow the use as bedrooms that meet code.
Name of Applicant or Sponsor:
Telephone: 518-852-7479
Paul K. Male
E-Mail: pmale@nycap.rr.com
Address:
PO Box 27
City/PO:
State:
Zip Code:
Saratoga Springs
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
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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: Saratoga Springs Buidling permit
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3. a. Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? acres
b. Total acreage to be physically disturbed? acres
c. Total acreage (project site and any contiguous properties) owned
or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? acres
4. Check all land uses that occur on, are adjoining or near the proposed action:
❑✓ Urban ❑ Rural (non -agriculture) ❑ Industrial ❑✓ Commercial ❑ Residential (suburban)
❑ Forest ❑ Agriculture ❑ Aquatic ❑ Other(Specify):
❑ Parkland
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5. Is the proposed action,
a. A permitted use under the zoning regulations?
b. Consistent with the adopted comprehensive plan?
NO
YES
N/A
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6. Is the proposed action consistent with the predominant character of the existing built or natural landscape?
NO
YES
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7. Is the site of the proposed action located in, or does it adjoin, a state listed Critical Environmental Area?
If Yes, identify:
NO
YES
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8. a. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels?
b. Are public transportation services available at or near the site of the proposed action?
c. Are any pedestrian accommodations or bicycle routes available on or near the site of the proposed
action?
NO
YES
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9. Does the proposed action meet or exceed the state energy code requirements?
If the proposed action will exceed requirements, describe design features and technologies:
Egress windows are code compliant
NO
YES
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10. Will the proposed action connect to an existing public/private water supply?
If No, describe method for providing potable water:
NO
YES
11. Will the proposed action connect to existing wastewater utilities?
If No, describe method for providing wastewater treatment:
NO
YES
12. a. Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to, a building, archaeological site, or district
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
State Register of Historic Places?
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?
NO
YES
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13. a. Does any portion of the site of the proposed action, or lands adjoining the proposed action, contain
wetlands or other waterbodies regulated by a federal, state or local agency?
b. Would the proposed action physically alter, or encroach into, any existing wetland or waterbody?
If Yes, identify the wetland or waterbody and extent of alterations in square feet or acres:
NO
YES
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14. Identify the typical habitat types that occur on, or are likely to be found on the project site. Check all that apply:
❑Shoreline ❑ Forest ❑ Agricultural/grasslands ❑ Early mid -successional
❑Wetland ✓❑ Urban ❑ Suburban
15. Does the site of the proposed action contain any species of animal, or associated habitats, listed by the State or
Federal government as threatened or endangered?
NO
YES
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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?
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)?
If Yes, briefly describe:
NO
YES
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18. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that would result in the impoundment of water
or other liquids (e.g., retention pond, waste lagoon, dam)?
If Yes, explain the purpose and size of the impoundment:
NO
YES
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19. Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the location of an active or closed solid waste
management facility?
If Yes, describe:
NO
YES
20.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the subject of remediation (ongoing or
completed) for hazardous waste?
If Yes, describe:
NO
YES
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I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE AND ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF
MY KNOWLEDGE
Applicant/sponsor/name: Paul K. Male Date: July 24, 2023
Signature: ).,2 K-7y ,,4, Title: Owner
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