HomeMy WebLinkAbout20241000 110-114 Nelson PUD Zoning Amendment Correspondance (2)
KATHY HOCHUL RANDY SIMONS
Governor Commissioner Pro Tempore
______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Division for Historic Preservation
P.O. Box 189, Waterford, New York 12188-0189 • (518) 237-8643 • parks.ny.gov
December 10, 2024
Brittney Ciuffo
Witt Construction, Inc.
563 North Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Re: DEC
JW Hemmingway
110-114 Nelson Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
110 Nelson Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
21PR02146
Dear Brittney Ciuffo:
Thank you for continuing to consult with the Division for Historic Preservation of the Office of Parks,
Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP). We have reviewed the submitted materials in
accordance with the New York State Historic Preservation Act of 1980 (Section 14.09 of the New York
State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Law). These comments are those of the Division for
Historic Preservation and relate only to Historic/Cultural resources.
The project is located directly adjacent to the State and National Register listed Union Avenue Historic
District and the listed Saratoga Racetrack (Racetrack). Our previous review and impact finding, dated
May 25, 2022, was based on a proposed three-lot subdivision and new single-family housing along
Nelson Avenue. The latest submission appears to include the full buildout of the site, located between
Nelson Ave and Frank Sullivan Place, for single and multi-family housing.
The previous concept plan, dated March 25, 2021, illustrates a proposed buildout consisting of multiple
two and two and 1/2 -story houses designed to reference the Queen Ann Victorian style. The most
recent plan calls for construction of substantially larger and more massive structures- rising to four
stories- along Frank Sullivan Place. This location overlooks the National Register listed Racetrack
located directly across from Frank Sullivan Place.
We are concerned that the taller more massive buildings will be substantially visible from the Racetrack
and threaten to negatively impact its historically significant appearance and setting. To minimize
impacts to the Racetrack and other adjacent historic resources, we recommend that the buildings be
limited in height, as previously proposed. In addition, the massing of the larger structures should be
divided to resemble that of the typical surrounding single-family home. The Victorian design concept
appears to be generally appropriate, though we recommend avoiding overly ornate trim, roof, porch,
and other decorative elements. Detailed information describing cladding materials and colors should be
provided to our office for review as well.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Division for Historic Preservation
P.O. Box 189, Waterford, New York 12188-0189 • (518) 237-8643 • parks.ny.gov
In order for our office to continue this review, please provided additional information in response to our
comments and requests above. Please respond to our request using the link provided in this CRIS
communication.
If you have any questions, I can be reached via email or at (518) 268-2164.
Sincerely,
Weston Davey
Historic Site Restoration Coordinator
Weston.davey@parks.ny.gov