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511 BROADWAY, 2ND FLOOR SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. 12866
P.H. 516 587 3385 sdatelier.com
July 1, 2025
City of Saratoga Springs
Attn: - Zoning Board
Re: 3 Second Street
Dear members of the Zoning Board,
Regarding Comparable lot size and coverage
As requested at the last meeting, the Board requested "comps" of the surrounding area with similar lot sizes that
exceed the 28% lot coverage.
We are providing two other examples of similar size lots that exceed the lot coverage of 28%
As mentioned, the neighborhood is comprised of a variety of mixed lot sizes and various home sizes.
This adds to the interest and appeal of the neighborhood character. There are a variety of architectural styles and
none of the homes are identical. It is also the case that the lot properties vary significantly as well.
Most of the homes were constructed prior to any zoning regulations — and therefore do not comply with the
Current zoning regulations.
We have offered at least four examples of homes within the neighborhood that exceed the lot coverage requirement
of 28%. Although they are not the same exact size as the lot of the proposed application, they still provide
documentation that it is common to exceed the 28% lot coverage.
Regarding addition size:
In addition, the board asked if there was any way to reduce the addition in size.
In reviewing the proposed design, we can agree to reduce the overhang, thus reducing the overall size of the addition
from 162 sf to 150 sf. This will reduce lot coverage request to 32%.(instead of 32.3%)
The proposed addition is already small, and any further reduction would render it unusable.
It is important to stress that the proposed sunroom design will not change the character of the neighborhood.
It is a small addition that will not negatively impact the neighbors in any way as it will not be visible from the street.
I also want to point out that the applicant would like to age in place in her home and this will offer space to do so.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan L Davis
Principal Architect — SD Atelier Architecture, LLC
Cc: Joyce Bouyea
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NEIGHBORS WITH WITH SIMILAR LOT SIZE AND MORE THAN 28%
BUILDING COVERAGE
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1166.21-1-15 1 0.231 10,018.80
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3 Second Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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2� ir, _ 136 State Street 165.28-1-13 0.21 9,147.60 2722.00 29,76% 33.56% +/-
'�16 Second Street 165.28-1-15 0.14 6,098.40 1795.00 29.43% 33.23% +/-
245 Wood lawn 165.28-1-4 0.291 12,632.40 3203.00 25.36% 29.16% +/-
"Qw; ' 139 State Street 152: 1-12 0.39 16,988.40 4719.00 24.83% 28.63% +/-
' r^. �� 142 State Street 165.28-1-18 1 0.291 12,632.40 3103.00 24.56%1 28.36% +/-
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