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From :mgskinner@aol.com
Subject :Project #20230808 86 Ludlow Street Subdivision
To :julia destino <julia.destino@saratoga-springs.org>
Zimbra julia.destino@saratoga-springs.org
Project #20230808 86 Ludlow Street Subdivision
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To Julia Destino, Adm. Assistant/OPED,
I am the resident homeowner of 91 Ludlow St. which is on the other side of street from Dave
Norton’s property at 86 Ludlow St. I am writing in reference to his request for a subdivision of
his property.
I am concerned about the precedent that would be set by a subdivision. Nearly all homes on
our block have units/historic structures that are unique to Saratoga in their back yards--that
are either currently being used as short term rentals or could be converted (or knocked
down) and rebuilt into short term rental situations. Mr. Norton’s request would seemingly
open the door for almost every one of these properties to be subdivided into two if allowed.
Subdivisions and back lot structures are more likely to attract investors rather than potential
permanent homeowners, which could quickly change the residential nature of our street.
Many of the homes and back structures have already been turned into VRBOs or Airbnb’s or
short term/seasonal rentals. When I moved in 12+ years ago, all homes were owner occupied
and I knew all my neighbors. We had a lively/friendly street but sadly that has changed.
Thank you for your concern and attention to this matter,
Marny Skinner
91 Ludlow St., 12866
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