HomeMy WebLinkAbout20240464 33-35 Caroline Demo Public Comment (9)Online Form Submittal: Land Use Board Agenda Public Comment
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Land Use Board Agenda Public Comment
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Land Use Board Design Review Board
Name Harold Hagemann Jr
Email Address busterhhh@gmail.com
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Address 206 Circular Street
City Saratoga Springs
State NY
Zip Code 12866
Phone Number 5184285643
Project Name 33-35 Caroline Street
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Project Address 33-35 Caroline Street
Comments I write to express my concern - indeed, dismay - about the
proposal for construction of a six story structure at 33-35
Caroline Street. While the two existing buildings have no
particular architectural significance (although the mural on
D’Andrea’s Pizza has a certain kitschy appeal) that should not
be interpreted as license to replace them with a massive bland
cube that would be at home in Anywhere, USA but is
completely inappropriate for the downtown core of Saratoga
Springs. The proposed height and scale are at odds with the
surrounding structures, a conflict that is heightened by the
choices for door, windows and other facade elements. There is
an opportunity to do so much more.
I urge the Design Review Board to reject the proposal as
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currently presented and provide the applicant with guidance
and direction that will make this project a notable addition to a
vital and vibrant downtown Saratoga Springs.
Thank you.
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