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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 Alison Dockum
Email Address Lifeloveevents@gmail.com
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Address 48 White St
City Saratoga Springs
State NY
Zip Code 12866
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Project Name 30 Caroline St
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Project Address 30 Caroline St.
Comments I just wanted to say, I know it's got to be frustrating to keep
coming back for approvals. I hope the applicant knows it's
because people actually care about this city and what happens
to it, and what a great thing that is in the grand scheme of
things. But, that being said, the applicant was asked to come
back with some added character to the building and I don't
think that was achieved. I was trying to figure out why it just
doesn't work and in my opinion it's just too modern looking, too
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much glass and not enough other materials. I think with
wanting to preserve the historic nature of Sperry's you would
want to make it look like the rest of the building has always
been there, not like a building was built on top of it, if that
makes sense. I think a good example of fitting in seamlessly is
the Northshire Bookstore building. Walking by you would never
know it was a late addition to Broadway. It has a variety of
different shaped windows, angles, character to it and fits in
nicely with its surroundings. So, maybe less glass, more brick,
and a variety of materials...maybe some corbels, shaped
arches etc. would help. I also wanted to commend the board for
making sure the project is right for the space. Growth is great
for downtown! Just make it fit in, and respect what's been there
for many years before you.
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