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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20230050 126 West Demo & Construction Public Comment1/26/24, 10:13 AM Zimbra https://m.saratoga-springs.org/h/printmessage?id=24640&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> Zimbra julia.destino@saratoga-springs.org Online Form Submittal: Land Use Board Agenda Public Comment Thu, Jan 25, 2024 10:08 AM 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 Judith ODonnell Email Address jodonne5@icloud.com Business Name Field not completed. Address 485 Grand Ave City Saratoga State NY Zip Code 12866 Phone Number 5184610313 Project Name 126 West Demo & Construction Project Number 20230050 Project Address 126 West and Route w9 1/26/24, 10:13 AM Zimbra https://m.saratoga-springs.org/h/printmessage?id=24640&tz=America/New_York 2/2 Comments I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed housing development in our West Avenue neighborhood. While I understand the need for housing in our city, I believe that this project would have a detrimental impact on our community. First and foremost, the proposed development is simply too large for our area, considering an already large housing development that it currently being built in that area. The increase in population density would put a strain on our already overburdened infrastructure, leading to increased traffic congestion, noise pollution, strain on our public services, our school system and the chaos our city has already seen within the last few years. Additionally, the construction of this project would result in significant environmental damage, destroying natural habitats and putting wildlife at risk. Furthermore, the type of housing being proposed is simply not in keeping with the character of our neighborhood. Saratoga has always been a small city with historical charm and quaint restaurants and stores to which our annual visitors enjoy. It seems as though our city government wants to turn our beautiful city into another large unruly town. This development would bring in a large number of residents, which could lead to increased crime rates and other negative social effects. It would also drastically alter the aesthetic of our area, replacing the existing greenery and open spaces with a monolithic, high- density housing complex. Not to mention building a hotel that is unnecessary. Finally, I am deeply concerned about the impact this development would have on property values in the surrounding area. The influx of rentals/hotel could result in a decline in property values, making it difficult for current residents to sell their homes and move elsewhere. In conclusion, I strongly urge you to reconsider this proposed housing development. I believe that this project is simply not the right fit for our neighborhood. Thank you. Attach Photo (optional)Field not completed. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.