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Home My WebLink About20250270 130 Excelsior Ave Signage Application **HANDWRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED** [FOR OFFICE USE] (Application#) CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS r. DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION . CITY HALL-474 BROADWAY (Date received) � SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK 12866-2296 °�PoRartio �� TEL: 518-587-3550 X2533 www.seratoga-springs.org (Project Title) APPLICATION FOR: ARCHITECTURAL/HISTORIC REVIEW Staff Review APPLICANT(S)* OWNER(S) (/fnotappl/can ATTORNEY/AGENT Name Adirondack Sign Co. for Botanicals... 130 Excelsior LLC. Adirondack Sign Co. LLC. Address 130 Excelsior Ave 9 Hampstead Pl.Ste. 108 72 Ballston Ave. Saratoga Springs NY 12866 Saratoga Springs NY 12866 Saratoga Springs NY 12866 Phone / / 518-409-7446/ Email Susan@adksignco.com Identify primary contact person: ❑ Applicant ❑ Owner 8 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: ❑ Owner B Lessee ❑ Under option to lease or purchase PROPERTY INFORMATION Property Address/Location: 130 Excelsior Ave. Saratoga Springs Tax Parcel #: 166 1 _ 15 _ 131 (for example: 165.52—4—37) Date Acquired by Owner: Current Zoning District: T-5 Property use: ❑ Residential a Non-residential/mixed-use Type of Review: 0 Architectural ❑ Historic ❑ Extension/modification (of current approval) Summary description of proposed action: To design, create and install new sign face only on the Excelsior Ave. facade and the Driveway facade. Sign face to be comprised of 22"x 110".125 gauge aluminum faces,with 1/2"translucent acrylic push thru lettering, lit with LED's for a halo effect. Background of lit box and and face of signs to be painted with black urethane paint. Has a previous application been filed with the DRC for this property? ❑ No e Yes—date(s)? May 6,2022 -App. No.(s)? 20220363 Revised 01/2021 **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 ❑ A detailed scaled site plan is essential for achieving minimal zoning compliance,depicting both current and planned structures along with all building projections such as decks, porches, steps, roof overhangs, and chimneys.This site plan must show all setbacks from property boundaries and any easements, in addition to the dimensional and bulk standards relevant to the zoning district on 17"x11"sheet. ❑ 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) ❑ 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 onlx (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 Serge/Awnings 8 Color photographs showing site/exterior details of existing structures,and adjacent properties 8 Plan showing location of proposed sign/awning structure on building/premises: no larger than I I"x 17" 8 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 8 Descriptions,specifications of proposed lighting including fixture&lamp type,wattage, mounting method,and location 8 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. SEAR Environmental Assessment Form ❑Applicants proposing the following must complete"Fart I"of the 5EQR Short Environmental Assessment Form(available here: littp:llwww.dec.ny.zovldocslpermits eI operations pdflsgafpartone.p 0: -Construction or expansion of a multi-family residential structure(g units -1r) -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? ill No 0 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)/Iessee(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. Furtherm4ZCo eet meet all requirements under Article VI for Historic Review or Article Vill for Architectural Re ' f of the Ci of Saratoga Springs. Date: (applicant gnature) _ Date: (applicant signature) If applicant is not the currently the owner of the property, the current owner must also sign.Owner Signature- .^ _ -C X Date:,��__ _ Owner Signature: Date: Revised 010021 Tamie Ehinger, Chair CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS Roe DuBoff, lice Chair Chris Bennett of A y*r DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION Leslie DiCarlo Jeff Gritsavage Tad Roemer /f t� City Hall -474 Broadway Ellen Sheehan ' - Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 Karen Cavotta,Alternate n/CQ-1ORATEKU) Tel:518-587-3550 x.2517 Christina Muir Vagvolgyi,Alternate www.saratoga-springs.org NOTICE OF DECISION In the matter of the application #20220363 Saratoga Botanicals Wall Signs 130 Excelsior Avenue Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 involving Architectural Review of wall signage within the Transect-5 Neighborhood Center District, tax parcel #166.-1-15.131, within the City of Saratoga Springs. In accordance with 6 NYCRR Part 617,the Design Review Commission classifies this request as a SEQR: 0 Type II action—exempt from further SEQR review And, in accordance with the objectives, standards and guidelines contained in the City Zoning Ordinance Article 240-7.5 Architectural Review, the Design Review Commission issues the following decision on May 4, 2022: 0 Approve as submitted or shown on the attached plans Note: this approval shall expire 18 months from the issuance date unless any necessary building permit has been issued and actual work begun. Record of vote: motion to approve made by T. Ehinger, seconded by L. DiCarlo: passed 7-0 In favor: T. Ehinger, R. DuBoff, C. Bennett, L. DiCarlo,J. Gritsavage, T. Roemer, E. Sheehan As a result of this decision, the applicant: 0 may proceed with the proposed project as approved Please contact the Building Department to verify permit requirements. Ma 6 2022 Chair Received by Accounts cc: Building Department File Accounts Dept. Applicant/Agent Page I of I CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS r DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION City Hall -474 Broadway Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 c kP a Tel:518-587-3550 x2533 o artio � www.saratoga-springs.org INSTRUCTIONS ARCHITECTURAL/ HISTORIC REVIEW APPLICATION I. ELIGIBILITY:An applicant to the Design Review Commission for Architectural Review or Historic Review must be the property owner(s) or lessee, or have an option to lease or purchase the property in question. 2. COMPLETE SUBMISSIONS: Applicants are encouraged to work with City staff to ensure that an application is complete. The DRC will only consider properly completed applications that contain 1 original and 1 digital version of the application and ALL other required materials as indicated on the application. HANDWRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!! 3. ACTIONS REQUIRING REVIEW: Architectural Review District Historic Review District • any exterior changes that require a building permit • Installation or exterior change to a structure requiring a • any change in exterior building materials building or demolition permit • a new, or change to an existing, sign or sign structure • any material change to exterior of a structure including: • demolition of a structure -addition or removal of exterior architectural features - installation, removal or material changes to exterior Within a non-residential zoning district: building elements such as roof, siding, windows, doors, • a change in exterior building color porches, etc. • installation of an awning - enclosure or screening or buildings openings such as windows, doors, porches, etc. - installation of utility, mechanical or misc. accessory structures to the exterior of a building such as HVAC equipment, solar panels, wind turbines, radio/satellite transmission/reception devices, etc. ■ Within a front yard setback: - installation, removal or material changes to drive- or walkways - installation or removal of architectural, sculptural or vegetative screening that exceeds 3' in height - installation of accessory utility structures or radio/satellite transmission/reception devices over 2' in diameter • a change in exterior building color within a non- residential zoning district • a new, or change to an existing, sign or awning • installation of telecommunications facilities Note—Ordinary maintenance or repair that does not involve a change in material, design or outer appearance is exempt from Historic or Architectural Review. Revised 01/2021 4. DESIGN GUIDELINES: The Design Review Commission will evaluate whether the proposed action (construction, alteration or demolition) is compatible with existing structures and surrounding properties using the following criteria: • Height— consistent with historic form and context of site and surrounding properties • Scale— relationship of structure and its architectural elements to human size, form, perception • Proportion — relationship among building elements including front fagade, windows, and doors • Rhythm — pattern resulting from repeating building elements such as door/window openings, columns, arches, and other fagade elements • Directional Expression —compatibility with horizontal &vertical expression of surrounding structures • Massing& Open Space— relationship of structure to open space between it and adjoining buildings • Setback—compatibility with surrounding structures • Compatibility of the following with surrounding structures/properties: - Major building elements (storefronts, doors, windows, roof) - Building materials - Color— (in non-residential zoning districts only) 5. DECISIONS:The Design Review Commission may approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove an application. The DRC may impose appropriate conditions and safeguards in connection with its approval including nature/quality of materials, manner of construction, and design. An applicant may appeal a denied DRC application on the grounds of hardship. Application approvals shall expire within 18 months of the filing date unless the project has sufficiently commenced (i.e. building/demolition permits obtained and construction/alteration begun). Applicants may request up to 2 extensions if requested before expiration date of prior approval. 6. AGENDA DATE: Check City's website (www.saratoga-springs.org) for meeting dates. Applications are placed on an agenda on first-come, first-served basis as determined by the completeness of the application. 7. APPLICATION FEE (NON-REFUNDABLE): Make checks payable to the "Commissioner of Finance". REFER TO THE CURRENT FEE WORKSHEET INCLUDED IN THIS DOCUMENT. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: More detailed information on Architectural Review, Historic Review and the Design Review Commission responsibilities may be found in the City's Zoning Ordinance available in City Hall and on the City's web site at http://www.saratoga-springs.org/544/Zoning-Ordinance. Revised 01/2021 City of Saratoga Springs City Hall-474 Broadway yr Saratoga Springs,New York 12866 Tel:518-587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org JPoRgiiD 9 g Office of Planning&Economic Development Application to City Council FEE Comprehensive Plan amendment $1,800+$300/acre Zoning Ordinance amendment $800+$300/acre Planned Unit Development PUD amendment $800+$300/acre Application to Zoning Board of Appeals Use Variance $1,400+$50/app Area Variance-Residential(1 &2 Family) $350/1 st var+$50/app+$150/ea add variance Area Variance-3+Family and Commercial $1000/1 st var+$50/app+$200/ea add variance Interpretations $650+$50/app Post Work Application Fee Application Fee x 2+$50/app Variance extensions 50%of Application fee+$50/app Application to Design Review Commission Demolition $500 Residential Structures-1 or 2 Family Principal or Accessory Structure Materials Change-roof,windows,siding $75 Facade Change-removal/addition of windows,doors,porch $150 Addition or new construction $300 Approval Extension or Modification 50%of application fee 3+/Multi-Family,Comm,Mixed-Use Principal or Accessory Structure Materials Change-roof,windows,siding,paint color $150 Signs,Awnings $150 Facade Change-removal/addition of windows,doors,porch $300 Addition or new construction $650 Approval Extension or Modification 50%of application fee Post Work Application Fee Application Fee x 2 Application to Planning Board Special Use Permit $1200+$50/app Temporary Use Permit $500 Special Use Permit-extension $400 Special Use Permit-modification $550+$50/app Site Plan Review-incl.PUD: Sketch Plan $400 per sketch Site Plan Full Residential $400+$250/unit Non-residential $800+$150/1000 sf Administrative SPR Residential $400 Non-residential $800 Extension Residential $250 Non-residential $350 Subdivision-incl.PUD: Sketch Plan $400 per sketch Preliminary Approval Residential:1-5 lots $700+$50/app Residential:6-10 lots $1100+$50/app Residential:11-20 lots $1450+$50/app Residential:21+lots $1800+$50/app Residential-extension $350 Final Approval Residential $1,550+$200/lot+$50/app Non-Residential $2,400/lot+$50/app Final Approval Modification Residential $400+$50/app Non-Residential $800+$50/app Final Approval Extension Residential $250 Non-Residential $350 utner: Lot Line Adjustment/Subdivision Administrative Action $400 Letter of Credit-modification or extension $400 Letter of Credit-collection up to 1%of LoC Recreation Fee $2000/lot or unit Land Disturbance $750+$35/acre Watercourse/Wetland Permit $750 SEQRA EIS Review Draft&Final TBD 6 R'. �41 -• P Trf r MEN OEM • son son �� h � ♦ 1�1 �I + .. N ..sa r a o • yl�Ca�LLL7)/�1'.'.il 'A f �aN7.�-f'i�Ii _ � d i:I � Ii 14. .; *f" F lYY".rr aitia r t . Quantity: 1,Single Sided Size: 22"x'11 O" Material: Acrylic Push thru Letters,lit with LED's,Background of light box painted black urethane paint Mounting:installed onto the facade This proof is not submitted for colorapproval or print quality.please proofread carefully upon receipt.Colors viewed on monitors may vary slightly from actual colors in final production.If color critical,please provide accurate color samples(is;pantone,paint swatches,etc.) Signed proofs indicate review and acceptance ofthe proof. Once proof is signed and returned with approval,we are not responsible for any discrepancies regarding color,spelling or materials used in production. PROOFS MUST BE SIGNEDAND RETURNEDVIA EMAIL OR FAX BEFORE PROCEEDING /.� Customer: Botanicals Skin Bar&Spa Approved As Is: ADIRONDACK project&Est#: 22093 Signature/Date SIGN COMPANY Designer: SK Approved with Corrections; 726al .Av .,Sa.m Spnng W12 g p:518.409.SIGN(7M) t518.478.8489 Date: 3/5/2025 no further proof needed: www.Ad%ag .. Revision Date: 5/13/2025 Revisions Required;New proof needed: 110 in YOUNG hl OOAA Quantity: 2,Single Sided Size: 22"x11 O" Material: Acrylic Push thru Letters, lit with LEDs, Background of light box painted black urethane paint Mounting: installed onto the facade This proof is not submkted for color approval or print quality.Please proof read carefully upon receipt.Colors viewed on monitors may vary slightly from actual colors in final production.If color critical,please provide accurate color samples(is:pantone,paint swatches,etc.) Signed proofs indicate review and acceptance ofthe proof. Once proof is signed and returned with approval,we are not responsible for any discrepancies regarding color,spelling or materials used in production. PROOFS MUST BE SIGNED AND RETURNED VIA EMAIL OR FAX BEFORE PROCEEDING Customer: Botanicals Skin Bar&5pa Approved As Is: AOIRONDACK Project&Est#: 22093 5ignaturelDate SIGN COMPANY Designer: SK Approved with Corrections; n IhllmnA.,S wp Spring,NY 12866 no further roof needed: p:518.,109SIGN(7 6)r.S18A]8.8189 Date: 3/5/2025 P ww.Adk%nC ... Revision Date: 3/1 012 0 2 5 Revisions Required;New proof needed: FIN W Exoelsior Ave MEN dom won IBM IBM' I—EW MEN NOR MEN lo'E'E' immmimmm ELIO ONE MEN son all son son son son son son 4,x im azt Quantity: 1,Single Sided )) Size: 22"x110" Material: Acrylic Push thru Letters,lit with LED's,Background of light box painted black urethane paint Mounting:installed onto the facade This proof is not submitted for colorapproval or print quality.Please proof read carefully upon receipt.Colors viewed on monitors may vary slightly from actual colors in final production.If color critical,please provide accurate color samples(is:pantone,paint swatches,etc.) Signed proofs indicate review and acceptance ofthe proof. Once proof is signed and returned with approval,we am not responsible for any discrepancies regarding color,spelling or materials used in production. PROOFS MUST BE SIGNED AND RETURNED VIA EMAIL OR FAX BEFORE PROCEEDING Customer: Botanicals Skin Bar&Spa Approved As Is: AOIRONOACK Project&Est*: 22093 Sig uwremate SIGN COMPANY Designer: 5K pp ]2&1km Av .,6 to Spnw,wl2b66 Approved with Corrections; p:518.409.51GN�Ms) f.518.478.sW Date: 3/5/2025 no further proof needed: ' w.A&%n� .' Revision Date: 5/15/2025 Revisions Required;New proof needed: i r DrivOway t , r. Quantity: 1,single Sided Size: 22"x11 O" Material: Acrylic Push thru Letters,lit with LED's,Background of light box painted black urethane paint Mounting:installed onto the facade "Ibis proof is not submitted for colorapproval or print quality.Please proofread carefully upon receipt.Colors viewed on monitors may vary slightlyfrom actual colors in final production.If color critical,please provide accurate color samples(is:pantone,paint swatches,etc.) Signed proofs indicate review and acceptance ofthe proof. Once proof is signed and returned with approval,we are not responsible for any discrepancies regarding color,spelling or materials used in production. PROOFS MUST BE SIGNEDAND RETURNEDVIA EMAIL OR FAX BEFORE PROCEEDING /., Customer: Botanicals skin Bar&Spa Approved As Is: AIDIRONOACK project&Est#: 22093 sgnatnro/Date SIGN COMPANY Designer: SK Approved with Corrections; n8 ft.Av ,Suavryp Spni W11 p:518.489.SIGN(7a) f.518.41A8489 Date: 3/5/2025 no further proof needed: www.Ah518"cu.w Revision Date: 5/1 512 0 2 5 Revisions Required;New proof needed: 110 in YOUNG hl OOAA Quantity: 2,Single Sided Size: 22"x11 O" Material: Acrylic Push thru Letters, lit with LEDs, Background of light box painted black urethane paint Mounting: installed onto the facade This proof is not submkted for color approval or print quality.Please proof read carefully upon receipt.Colors viewed on monitors may vary slightly from actual colors in final production.If color critical,please provide accurate color samples(is:pantone,paint swatches,etc.) Signed proofs indicate review and acceptance ofthe proof. Once proof is signed and returned with approval,we are not responsible for any discrepancies regarding color,spelling or materials used in production. PROOFS MUST BE SIGNED AND RETURNED VIA EMAIL OR FAX BEFORE PROCEEDING Customer: Botanicals Skin Bar&5pa Approved As Is: AOIRONDACK Project&Est#: 22093 5ignaturelDate SIGN COMPANY Designer: SK Approved with Corrections; n IhllmnA.,S wp Spring,NY 12866 no further roof needed: p:518.,109SIGN(7 6)r.S18A]8.8189 Date: 3/5/2025 P ww.Adk%nC ... Revision Date: 3/1 012 0 2 5 Revisions Required;New proof needed: r� can '— ati Quantity: 1,Single Sided Size: 22°x11 O° Material: Acrylic Push thru Letters,lit with LEDs,Background of light box painted black urethane paint Mounting:installed onto the facade This proof is not submitted For color approval or print quality.Please proofread carefully upon receipt.Colors viewed on monitors may vary slightlyfrom actual colors in final production.lfcolor critical,please provide accurate color samples(is:pantone,paint swatches,etc.) Signed proofs indicate review and acceptance of the proof. Once proof is signed and returned with approval,we are not responsible for any discrepancies regarding color,spelling or materials used in production. PROOFS MUST BE SIGNEDAND RETURNEDVIA EMAIL OR FAX BEFORE PROCEEDING /..� Customer: Botanicals Skin Bar&Spa Approved As Is: AOIRONDACK Project&Est#: 22093 Signature/Date SIGN COMPANY Designer: 5K Approved with Corrections; n lW1=nA.,S wp SpHW,NY 12866 no further roof needed: p:518.4094IGN(7 s)t518.478.8489 Date: 3/5/2025 G www.AecSignCo.wm Revision Date: 3/13/2025 Revisions Required;New proof needed: