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Home My WebLink About20250385 624 N Broadway Unitarian Universalist Congregation Demolition Application Olsen Associates Architects 456 Broadway,201 Saratoga Springs New York 12866 Transmittal 518 583 9004 Date: May 13, 2025 To: City of Saratoga Springs City Hall —474 Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Attn: Design Review Commission •- From: George Olsen Re: 624 North Broadway Demolition Application Attachments: Application for Historic Review—Demolition. Check to "Commissioner of Finance"for$500, application fee. SEQR Form. Site Plan, dated 7.22.24. Photos of existing building and adjacent buildings, dated 5.13.25. Remarks: For submission and review. 5/14/25, 1:22 PM Mail-Mark Graham-Outlook Outlook 624 North Broadway - Design Review Board Demolition Permit Application (electronic copy) From jodi@olsen-architects.com <jodi@olsen-architects.com> Date Wed 5/14/2025 11:43 AM To Mark Graham <Mark.Graham@saratoga-springs.org> Cc 'A G' <artem.omnibuild@yahoo.com>; 'George Olsen' <george@olsen-architects.com> 1 attachment 03 MB) 624 Bway-app for historic review demo 051325.pdf; Mark, Attached please find an electronic copy of the full Historic Review Application for demolition that I dropped off this morning. Thank you, Jodi Plante Olsen Associates,Architects 456 Broadway,Suite 201 Saratoga Springs New York 12866 Tel.518-583-9004 http://www.olsen-architects.com https://outlook.office365.com/mail/inbox/id/AAQkAGIxYTcxODdiLTE4ZmUtNDdIMyO5MTNILTA4ZjY5NTFhMDAzMQAQAHiPL6ml6UartS2fd%2FcNgpY... 1/1 e� # (FOR OFFICE USE] —HANDWRITTEN T EN AP LICr ,�.I�)NS VJ'ILL NO_t BE ACCEPTED-' I CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS (Application#) DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION CITY HALL-474 BROADWAY (Date received) SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK 12866-2296 TEL: 518-587-3550 X2533 www.saratoga-springs.org —-- (Project Title) APPLICATION FOR: ARCHITECTURAL/HISTORIC REVIEW staff Review APPLICANT(S)* OWNER(S) f/fnota pelican tZ ATTORNEY/AGENT Name Artem Golynkin - Omni Build Unitarian Universalist Gong. Olsen Associates, Architects Address 2201 Neptune Avenue 624 Broadway 456 Broadway Brooklyn, NY 11224 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Phone 718-265-9358 / cell 646-338-0093 -�- 518-584-1555 / _ W 518-583-9004/ Email artem.omnibuild@yahoo.com george@osen-architects.com Identify primary contact person: ❑Applicant ❑ Owner N 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 ❑ Lessee Under option to lease or purchase PROPERTY INFORMATION Property Address/Location: 624 North Broadway 16 j 4.t� 1 22 Tax Parcel #: . - - (for example:165.52-4-37) Date Acquired by Owner: Current Zoning District: U R4 Property use: ❑ Residential M Non-residential/mixed-use Type of Review: ❑Architectural PM Historic ❑ Extension/modification (of current approval) Summary description of proposed action: The project will include demolition of the existing one story wood frame structure and construction of a new three story- 4 unit multi family building per the UR4 zoning. Has a previous application been filed with the DRC for this property? IN No d Yes—date(s)? -App. No.(s)? Revised 01/2021 "A "complete" application consists of 1 hard copy(original) ,and I electronic cosy 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&scab:-:; no larger than 2'x3'sheet—smaller permitted if legible ❑ Floor plans for proposed structure;on sheet no larger than 2'xT—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'xT sheet—smaller permitted if legible ❑ Product literature,specifications and samples of proposed materials and colors Within front yard setbacks in ('-historic Districts only (Front setbacks:UR-I &INST-HTR=30',UR-4=25':UR-2,UR-3&NCUD-1=I0') - 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 Signage/Awnings ❑ Color photographs showing site/exterior details of existing structures,and adjacent properties ❑ Plan showing location of proposed sign/awning structure on building/premises: no larger than I I"x 17" Scaled illustration of proposed sign/an.vning structure and lettering(front view& rofile): include all dimensions of structur•p;type, dimensions and style of lettering or logo;description of colors,materials, mounting method and hardware ❑ Descriptions,specifications of proposed lighting including fixture&lamp type,wattage, mounting method,and location ❑ Product literature,specifications and samples of proposed materials and colors Demolition ® Color photographs showing site/exterior details of existing structures, and of adjacent properties IN Site plan showing existing and any proposed structures-include dimensions,setbacks,street names,compass bearing,and scale M 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 11 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 01/2021 Request for extension of current approval [] Identify date cJ original DRCapproval: Current expiration date: Or&App Nu_________ El Describe why this extension is necessary and whether any significant changes have occurred either on the site or in the neighborhood. SEQR Environmental Assessment Form 9 Applicants proposing the following must complete"Part I"of the SEQR Short Environmental Assessment Form(available here: : -Construction or expansion of a multi-family residential structure(4 units +) Construction or expansion(exceeding 4`O00sq.ft.gross floor area)ofo principal or accessory non-residential structure Telecommunications facility, radio antennae,satellite dishes Demolition Disclosure Does any City officer, employee or M-r-nily member thereof have a financial interest(as defined by General Municipal Law Section 8O9) in this application? @No [] 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. Furthermo- agre meet all requirements under Article V||for Historic Review or Article Y|!|for Architectural Kevi Saratoga Springs. Date: �apphcant signature) Date:- (applicant signature) U applicant bnot the currently the owner of the property,the current owner must also sign. Owner Signature: Date: Owner Signature: Date: Short Environmental Assessment Form Part I -Project Information Instructions for Completing Part 1—Project Information. The applicant or project sponsor is responsible for the completion of Part 1. Responses become part of the application for approval or funding,are subject to public review,and may be subject to further verification. Complete Part 1 based on information currently available. If additional research or investigation would be needed to fully respond to any item,please answer as thoroughly as possible based on current information. Complete all items in Part 1.You may also provide any additional information which you believe will be needed by or useful to the lead agency;attach additional pages as necessary to supplement any item. Part 1—Project and Sponsor Information Name of Action or Project: Proposed Residential Building Project Location(describe,and attach a location map): 624 North Broadway Brief Description of Proposed Action: The project consists of the demolition of the existing building and large gravel parking area and developing a four-unit condominium building with parking in the garage level,beneath the building. The building will connect to municipal sewer and water. Name of Applicant or Sponsor: Telephone: (718)265-9358 624N Broadway Development LLC E-Mail: artem.omnibuild@yahoo.com Address: 2201 Neptune Avenue City/PO: State: Zip Code: Brooklyn New York 11224 1. Does the proposed action only involve the legislative adoption of a plan,local law,ordinance, NO YES administrative rule,or regulation? If Yes,attach a narrative description of the intent of the proposed action and the environmental resources that may be affected in the municipality and proceed to Part 2. If no,continue to question 2. 2. Does the proposed action require a permit,approval or funding from any other government Agency? NO YES If Yes, list agency(s)name and permit or approval:Saratoga Springs,DRB,Historic Review ❑ 3. a.Total acreage of the site of the proposed action? 0.30 acres b. Total acreage to be physically disturbed? 0.30 acres c.Total acreage(project site and any contiguous properties)owned or controlled by the applicant or project sponsor? 0.30 acres 4. Check all land uses that occur on,are adjoining or near the proposed action: 5. m Urban ❑ Rural(non-agriculture) ❑ Industrial ❑ Commercial m Residential(suburban) ❑Forest ❑ Agriculture ❑ Aquatic ❑ Othcr(Specify): ❑Parkland Page 1 of 3 5. Is the proposed action, NO YES N/A a. A permitted use under the zoning regulations? ❑ ❑✓ ❑ b. Consistent with the adopted comprehensive plan? ❑ ❑✓ NO YES 6. Is the proposed action consistent with the predominant character of the existing built or natural landscape? ❑ ❑✓ 7. Is the site of the proposed action located in,or does it adjoin,a state listed Critical Environmental Area? NO YES If Yes,identify: ❑ NO YES 8. a. Will the proposed action result in a substantial increase in traffic above present levels? ✓❑ ❑ b. Are public transportation services available at or near the site of the proposed action? ❑ c. Are any pedestrian accommodations or bicycle routes available on or near the site of the proposed ❑ action? 9. Does the proposed action meet or exceed the state energy code requirements? NO YES If the proposed action will exceed requirements,describe design features and technologies: ❑ ❑✓ 10. Will the proposed action connect to an existing public/private water supply? NO YES If No,describe method for providing potable water: 11. Will the proposed action connect to existing wastewater utilities? NO YES If No,describe method for providing wastewater treatment: ❑ ❑✓ 12. a. Does the project site contain, or is it substantially contiguous to,a building, archaeological site,or district NO YES which is listed on the National or State Register of Historic Places,or that has been determined by the ❑ Commissioner of the NYS Office of Parks,Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places? b. Is the project site,or any portion of it,located in or adjacent to an area designated as sensitive for IV7 ❑ archaeological sites on the NY State Historic Preservation Office(SHPO)archaeological site inventory? 13. a. Does any portion of the site of the proposed action,or lands adjoining the proposed action,contain NO YES wetlands or other waterbodies regulated by a federal,state or local agency? Z ❑ b.Would the proposed action physically alter,or encroach into,any existing wetland or waterbody? ❑ ❑ If Yes,identify the wetland or waterbody and extent of alterations in square feet or acres: Page 2 of 3 14. Identify the typical habitat types that occur on,or are likely to be found on the project site.Check all that apply: El Shoreline ❑Forest ❑Agricultural/grasslands ❑Early mid-successional ❑Wetland m Urban ❑ Suburban 15. Does the site of the proposed action contain any species of animal,or associated habitats,listed by the State or NO YES Federal government as threatened or endangered? 16. Is the project site located in the 100-year flood plan? NO YES ❑✓ ❑ 17. Will the proposed action create storm water discharge,either from point or non-point sources? NO YES If Yes, ❑ ❑✓ a. Will storm water discharges flow to adjacent properties? ❑✓ ❑ b. Will storm water discharges be directed to established conveyance systems(runoff and storm drains)? ❑ ✓❑ If Yes,briefly describe: Runoff will be directed via sheet flow to the existing drainage system in Rock Street consistent with the existing condition. 18. Does the proposed action include construction or other activities that would result in the impoundment of water NO YES or other liquids(e.g.,retention pond,waste lagoon,dam)? If Yes,explain the purpose and size of the impoundment: ❑ ❑ 19. Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the location of an active or closed solid waste NO YES management facility? If Yes,describe: 20.Has the site of the proposed action or an adjoining property been the subject of remediation(ongoing or NO YES completed)for hazardous waste? If Yes,describe: ❑ ❑ Site code 546051,Skidmore College.Small mercury spill at the Facilities Building. Clean-up was completed in 2008. I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS TRUE AND ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE Applicant/sponsor/name: B LID,Artem Golynkin Date: S Signature: Title: Applicant PRINT FORM Page 3 of 3 EAF Mapper Summary Report Monday, March 17,2025 1:30 PM Disclaimer: The EAF Mapper is a screening tool intended to assist � 1 j35'A=�-'i-5.1 project sponsors and reviewing agencies in preparing an environmental 1 5,4.-1t 20 �, assessment form(EAF).Not all questions asked in the EAF are ` answered by the EAF Mapper.Additional information on any EAF '165.44-1-5.I°;` •1 ,44-1-77,-t question can be obtained by consulting the EAF Workbooks. Although the EAF Mapper provides the most up-to-date digital data available to -1 65 44-(-T DEC,you may also need to contact local or other data sources in order to obtain data not provided by the Mapper.Digital data is not a F' i6,5_44-1-70 substitute for agency determinations. 165 44-1- 7_2 ' t -" - 165.44-1-14 F' �Y Tb79r6�3 � hmr ont(t" 6 5�t4 _ - B,xa'Bw. t 'r.4mr ors-ytr. r ur ��E,rr#1EREC;itr#1 ' USfSs I t trf��.9td��El�`�t:� 1 5 t sl i,HERE, s.l til USG' �apt gat, Fa r C Erv,E T P " E�°i J3{�ar 9 'E,E i IRCai i k t,,a C:*(E 1,rsra i u�tr aril t r�:; 5rrx1 r ram.,,t ej, E Chines 4r Konya;.E-rr t fd'a _, der�xtt�Etr f�prof trE tFrs.a�10 "n �ratEeetP t 4ja c�rtta Laser `Pt�� # EJ� 14,Eft. 1 65;44-1.-27 Part 1 /Question 7 [Critical Environmental No Area] Part 1 /Question 12a [National or State Yes Register of Historic Places or State Eligible Sites] Part 1 /Question 12b [Archeological Sites] No `Part 1 /Question 13a[Wetlands or Other No 'Regulated Waterbodies] Part 1 /Question 15[Threatened or No Endangered Animal] Part 1 /Question 16[100 Year Flood Plain] Digital mapping data are not available or are incomplete. Refer to EAF Workbook. Part 1 /Question 20[Remediation Site] Yes Short Environmental Assessment Form - EAF Mapper Summary Report 1 New York State roc Governor Parks, Recreation and RANDY SIMONS Historic Preservation Commissioner Pro Tempore April 24, 2025 Leah Charash The LA Group 40 Long Alley Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Re: SEQRA 624 North Broadway 624 N Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 25PRO3313 Dear Leah Charash: Thank you for requesting the comments of the Division for Historic Preservation of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) as part of your SEQRA process. These comments are those of OPRHP and relate only to Historic/Cultural resources. They do not include potential environmental impacts to New York State Parkland that may be involved in or near your project. The proposed project is located within the State and National Register listed Broadway Historic District. The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs building, 624 North Broadway, is not eligible for State and National Register listing and is a non-contributing resource to the district. We understand that the proposed project includes demolition of the existing building and construction of a four-unit condominium building with parking in the sub grade garage level. There are no archaeological concerns associated with this project. We recommend that any new construction be compatible with the surrounding district. See the following page for general guidance on compatible new construction. New construction site plans, building elevations, and renderings are typically required to assess appropriateness. If you would like any further comments from our office concerning this project, we request that you provide the name, mailing address, and email of the SEQRA Lead Agency contact, along with a specific review request from the Lead Agency. For SEQRA, the lead agency is typically a municipality or other local agency such as the planning board that is requesting our comment. If this project will involve state or federal permitting, funding or licensing, it may require continued review for potential impacts to architectural and archaeological resources, in accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act or Section 14.09 of NYS Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation Law. 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 DIVISION FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION I P.O. BOX 189,WATERFORD, N.Y. 12188 1 PARKS.NY.GOV 1 (518) 237-8643 / ZONING INFORMATION: LANDS NOW OR FORMERLY OF / D.N.D.628,LLC ZONING DISTRICT: UR-4 MINIMUM LOT SIZE: 3,000 SF/DU (RESIDENTIAL) DEED NO.2022010677 / MINIMUM LOT SIZE: 10,000 SQ. FT. (NONRESIDENTIAL) MINIMUM LOT WIDTH: SF, SF-A: 60 FT. / 563'45'00"E 133.42' 2F, TH: 80 FT. ME: 80 FT. MAXIMUM BUILDING COVERAGE: 40% MAXIMUM IMPERVIOUS SURFACE COVERAGE: 75% r---� CHAIN LINK FENCE o MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT: 40 FT. a I ON STONE RETAINING WALL �• / O MAXIMUM FIRST FLOOR ELEVATION WHEN I� PRINCIPAL BUILDING WITHIN 20' OF SIDE I� LOT LINES 4 FT. I- LANDS OF / MINIMUM SETBACKS: m j< UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION M FRONT: 10 FT. la OF SARATOGA SPRINGS Ip <CRUSHED STONE ONE SIDE: 5 FT. PARKING LOT I TOTAL SIDE: 12 FT.� BOOK 1595 OF DEEDS,PAGE 231 CRUSHED STONE I�w PARKING LOT MIN. CORNER SIDE: 8 FT. to / REAR: 25 FT. IQ AREA=12,988t SQ.FT. NII I II I 40 / a I Ti1G1'AW RM 7 AV 3 V OQ cc �_ ROOF L,NE_ I I yy I U CONCRETE S PAL J s 03IRE �7 y� 1 V O __ µ // o � � --�1 �Q� / DEED REFERENCE: 1.) DEED DATED OCTOBER 24, 2001 FROM MARK T. PHILLIPS AND MICHELLE M. 2 1 1 Oae PHILLIPS TO UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION OF SARATOGA SPRINGS Q UTILITY AND RECORDED IN THE SARATOGA COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE IN BOOK 1595 Nc eLocK _ POLE OF DEEDS AT PAGE 231. O Q z k 1 Z N°624rypRTYBUILDIryEG H8ROA° AY - ALLEY I RIGHT OF WAY 1 ELEC. o LINE 1 MEre 3 NOTES: 0 1 I p FENCED- 1.) THIS SURVEY WAS DONE WITHOUT THE BENEFIT OF AN ABSTRACT OF TITLE Lq YGROUND I AREA 4 y / OR A TITLE REPORT. 2.) UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, OFFSET DIMENSIONS ARE MEASURED TO ROOF LINES. /N CHIMNE" N50.33.35"W WOOD RETAININC WALLS j O O CONI,yAGk y 103.00• UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATION OR ADDITION TO THIS MAP IS A VIOLATION OF ARTICLE 145,SECTION 7209,SUB—PARAGRAPH(2) OF THE NEW YORK STATE EDUCATION LAW. Ron, j \ CONC' CURB �r \ DANIEL C.WHEELER,LS \ \ NoppOF CONCRETE ApROn, D AVEAV_'B34* CIATES, LLC \ MENT; \ *� PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYING \ a� ^� / DANIEL C. WHEELER \ J RP.L.S. LIC. NO. 50,137 432 BROADWAY, SUITE 5, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866 EC PH. (518) 583-7302 FAX (518) 583-7303 1c'°°RB SURVEY OF LANDS OF UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION ` OF SARATOGA SPRINGS LOCATION: DATE: CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS JULY 22, 2024 ` (INSIDE DISTRICT) SARATOGA COUNTY, NEW YORK SCALE: \ Not to Scale MAPNO.2024-05-04 r ,a;` � � `� � i.l - .i..r .'.CiF' + w'Cfn•4 Y+ �:�f r:,. I :�,L - •�' ,,,�y�?r ,> � 'R i � � dl• < <t'�'' �Yes,..•� _l s+. x � .. u - � `5 ' a _ r y Aft NO - ,- Ne•' -� a +�.:,, .r��'• ;'.� .J .. � �. momm qjl o pp z. r . n_ t _ WIN'lot .a,} \ -,...�,� -%, > -'�.^. ,�'- ti �.:. ,t• � 's a.� '. � rig"f �sj.�`t. �.. y�`i' .,,rr� 'K' s '.� ,. ,, gyp•.. _ a I - ;,, .... ..: 7+i•'d•d•1•IIll+1._ 4".eeeaOWeeWele f •,� aE.enneneeeae6 r. �..,. ... _ ` of- n .�•. ; ?s ,(�i i �`` ram+ ` a 1 R 614 & 604 N Broadway - West Elevation 628 N Broadway - West Elevation 637-639 N Broadway - East Elevation •.�ti. -- !�. I .ii�-~" .. all -7 *�.: _,�- �y��' rr S -Y��- _ .! s s-,;�. •may � - - - - `• ... AS. h4 a� •. ` 614 N Broadway from Rock St - North East Elevation 15 Rock St - South Elevation Photographs ofAdjacent • • 624 NorthBroadway Residential . . • • . Springs, Omni Build m Olsen Associates,