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September 30, 2019
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Design Review Commission
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Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
RE: 171 Church Street—Front Porch Rehabilitation
Dear'ramie:
The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation reviewed the application for a porch
rehabilitation at 171 Church Street.
Board of Directors
Adam N.Favro The circa 1900 Queen Anne is a contributing building to the West Side Historic District
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listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is also located in an Architectural
James Gold Review District.
Vice President
Linda Harvey-Opiteck. The wrap-around porch is a significant character-defining feature of the house and
Secretary changes to the porch should be in-keeping with its architectural style. The Foundation
recommends the use of natural materials rather than the synthetic materials that are
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Treasurer proposed,
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The Foundation appreciates the effort and investment the applicant is making to this
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prominent character-defining feature of this historic property.
Caroline Cardone
Giovanna D'Orazio
Brennan Drake Thank you in advance for your thoughtful consideration,
Sandra Fox
John Haller
Sincerely„
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Samantha Kercull
Douglas Kerr /4/",
Richard King
Dorothy Rogers-Bullis
Cindy Spence Adam Favro „'Samantha Bosshart
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Executive Director
James Kettlewell
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Cc: James F. Franco, Owner
Executive Director J2 Design & Build, Agent
Samantha Bosshart Bradley Birge, Administrator of the Office of Planning and Economic Development
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Programs Director
Nicole Babie
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