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20250664 155 Ballston Ave Spirit Halloween Signage Application
*''HANDWRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED** IF CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION 1 CITY HALL - 474 BROADWAY SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK 12866-2296 TEL: 518-587-3550 X2533 www. Saratoga -springs. org APPLICATION FOR: ARCHITECTURAL / HISTORIC REVIEW APPLICANT(S) OWNER(S) (lfnotapplicant� Name Lisa Lyons Address 14 Julia Rose CT Glenmont NY12077 Phone 5185884706 / / Email lisa.lyons@spirithalloween.com Identify primary contact person: 8 Applicant ❑ Owner ❑ Attorney/Agent rFOR OFFICE USE) (Application #) (Date received) (Project Title) Staff Review 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: PROPERTY INFORMATION ❑ Owner B Lessee Property Address/Location: 155 Ballston Ave Saratoga Springs 12866 Date Acquired by Owner: ❑ Under option to lease or purchase Tax Parcel #: 1-7 U . - 1� - (forexampie. 165.S2-4-37) Current Zoning District: C . U Property use: ❑ Residential a Non-residential/mixed-use Type of Review: 0 Architectural ❑ Historic ❑ Extension/modification (of current approval) Erect a temporary 4'x8' sign to the front of the building. Specs and installation attached. Summary description of proposed action: Has a previous application been filed with the DRC for this property? a No ❑ Yes — date(s)? -App. No.(s)? Revised 01/2021 A "complete" application consists of 1 hard copy (original) , and I electronic copy o�plication &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-I & 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 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/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 ❑ 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 ❑ 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. SEQR Environmental Assessment Form ❑ Applicants proposing the following must complete "Part 1" of the SEQR Short Environmental Assessment Form (available here: http:/Ivvww.dec.ny.gov/docs/permits ei operations pdf/seafpartone pdfl: - Construction or expansion of a multi -family residential structure (4 units +) - 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? 8 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)/lessee(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. Furthermore, I/we agree to meet all requirements under Article VII for Historic Review or Article VIII for Architectural Review of the Zoning C de of the City of Saratoga Springs. Date:7/24/2025 (applicant sig ature) Date: (applicant signature) If applicant is not the currently the owner of the property, the current owner must also sign. Owner Signature: Owner Signature: Date: Date: Revised 01/2021 CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS i J DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION t F City Hall - 474 Broadway Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 °NncFareo ,9 Tel: 518-587-3550 x2533 www.saratoga-springs.org INSTRUCTIONS ARCHITECTURAL/ HISTORIC REVIEW APPLICATION 1. ELIGIBILiw. 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 facade, 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 -ter City of Saratoga Springs -n City Hall - 474 Broadway -` Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 ' ? Tel:518-587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org 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) $350/1st 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 Residential Structures - 1 or 2 Family Principal or Accessory Structure Materials Change -roof, windows, siding $75 Facade Change-removalfaddition 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 Work 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/a pp 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 other. 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/tot or unit Land Disturbance $750 + $35/acre Watercourse/Wetland Permit $750 SECRA EIS Review Draft & Final TBD 3 m o m V ca o c 4) p _ L a ° �' � "_ L �s f z r Z 0 z (� L L 1—. O c Q U L ) L m ,C E Ci Ln J m ,.:. L G. ' UJ CD m � o "l _ °D �r� 0 J � jo c x co LL Foe mom to N d 6 1— p 2 ,O U) 16- 0 0 ;5 F3. 00 q CC LD CD - c Z cn m 3 U U) cl) ui m f, 0,0 cn z NMI cl m 12 rc � � `� ( ` « � & cl cn \� cu z cu c c a \\ ro �_ CL / \ � 2 � � \ � � _ � � , \ k . "0 z CL; C u m W) Ci E3 M 'D 4, -6 V Ju-C -C Q at V -0 Q; CL cu f v c OM Cj L, -C rq cl 0 cj Wimft \ / 4A 3: m ;A Ln E Qj - LL 3: LL 0 0 0 LL SIGN FABRICATION AND ERECTION INFORMATION Complete all information regarding fabricatiun and erection of sign. SIGN INFORMATION SIGN HFIGIIr f SIGs LENGTH � � ARt-A (SG. =T. ) It's it N P_LUMINATI70 YLS II Q40 u MAXIMUM, HFIGHT 01- LET I EKING OR LOGO COST INCL. E13FCTI0.11 S!t,N1t1ATERIAl.S Sul ch-ed— �_ 1 N L HC'v: 9:, !SIGN SEt.tlFtFr) TO RLII[.ULhdG?-"�Dr ! . _'_.� v d 3' L_:a_ WALL S*N i i kofir SBGN ii FACACE ARFA OF ESrABLISHkIENT TO V4flCli SIGN IS ATTi.GHLD _ t f -- f) FACACEARFAOI LSrABLISF'h1FNT TCTV.')tIG;li irCiNdl :tc7J:`tTFr: /�J [ %'>' li'. IN, 0oJ✓ SIGYd f) ARLA OF OANDO'A' Ydl iIII N th'li1CH SIC IS PtACF0 A,,A1KLSci fii2tiF` vcs I# AREA 017 LXTERIOR SORFACL OF TliE AWUING 'y / FREESTANDING ti HEIGHT Or $IGP; ABOVE GRAOF NA — SPEED — LIMIT OF ROAD F F40NTAGE VVHERF SIGN IS ERECTED Qefif Fi fi EXPLAIN 1. APPLICATION. MUST 13E FILLED OUT COMPLETELY, including signatures of the property o;�.'rer, the applicant and the sign erector. NOTE: Use additional formn s) if more tlia one sign is to be erected. 2. Ta-scale draviings, with dimensions must accompany application: (a) drawing of the bullai_ a, facade(s) of the establishment to which the sign will be attached (include the shape and accurate location of the sign), if a wall or roof sign, or if awning grapNcs: (b) detailed dra,.ving of the s gr face(s), including any sign support structure (height above grade, etc-, and a site plan tivdn loc-atrun) If a freestanding sign: (c) detailed drawing of the sign profile, including any sign support structure. 3. The sign permit fee of $180.00/sign (check made payable to Commessrnrter of Financc). must accompany application 4. Liability insurance coverage: (a) For sign cunlydctnrs acting in the- capacity of a sigh contractor. a Certificate of insurance; ort an ACCORD form with Commercial General l.iahility Insurance of O:ie Million DoNars ($1,000,000) per occurrence ac)elregate naming the CsBy of Sarafcga Springs as an Addiuonal Insured and Certificate Holder: (b) FGt businCss ov"nErs acfrrig in the capacity of a sign contractor for fire projecr_ The Business Gr neral Liability insurance may be used. (c) All applicants ntust provide proof of NYS Statutory Workers Compensation (form C 105.2.1 and Disablily Insurance (forin f)B I20.1) or a t.,alver of same as d(,�te=rtninod by the; NYS Workers Compensation Board (f forrneov.ners - form BP-1, Contractors - form C 200) E IN watts D, Moore Ave d }9 Grand Ave uNimlted Gr s Adams Rd DRAWINGS FOR TEMPORARY SPECIALTY RETAIL STORE: 0� I 12L%11@71 Em 155 BALLSTON AVENUE SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866 STORE #6105,d, SITE LOCATION PLAN SPIRIT HALLOWEEN : Nutty WaY = Vr�1 St 9rr y m n A �' Ave z9 F° eke n Allen Dr © Staaon Ln n S Jumd w word- or o o o m N U Ur SY c m i 9 °e^esl Marpne Dr o 29 ash.gton St k = �' a arn z9 z9 yes phZ S} 5th A ve W ashingt«t � Chades P/ Foy In ST 5.1 s, rpAO" LS ]9 Dak St § Madison Ave a ed� q Fr a W Gw1ar - o0 v c w Dtprlar St St Fowler Ln - Q 3 'v'rte Sy mod Ave � n pa A/ v f EasP L"Ok, Ave weMter } z Ty/ -. !1, worth St w'q'A s, ' 155 Ballston Ave, Saratoga g Springs, NY 12866 ~ steekeSt SARATOGA tJew St ESTATES g St ° m N yg W Fefio^ �5 Fvb St GriAe•1 "e m N o m n a g AEany Ave,,, A Taylor St a or>he Pines T 3 P E & oa May St a� ��e set £ - Jeo `� 3 Mars Ave Saratoga chip Ln EDDY CORNERS 5th SpIRI? r 0 c. SPACE LOCA11ON PLAN P oc �L. r a UnDDIn A Uncoln Ave =� ■ ® ri � ■i 46 � J oc �a S� d 9 c Arthur S S� Sr Union S CODE REVIEW TEMPORARY SPECIALTY RETAIL STORE CODES: NEW YORK STATE UNIFORM CODE. BUILDING: 2020 BLDG CODE OF NY STATE ADOPTS THE IBC 2018 W/ AMENDMENTS 2020 EXISTING BLDG CODE OF NY STATE ADOPTS THE IEBC 2018 W/ AMENDMENTS PLUMBING: 2020 PLUMBING CODE OF NY STATE ADOPTS THE IPC 2018 W/ AMENDMENTS MECHANICAL: 2020 MECHANICAL CODE OF NY STATE ADOPTS THE IMC 2018 W/ AMENDMENTS FIRE: 2020 FIRE CODE OF NY STATE ADOPTS THE IFC 2018 W/ AMENDMENTS ELECTRICAL. 2017 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ENERGY: 2020 ENERGY CODE COSERVATION CODE OF NYS ADOPTS THE IECC 2018 W/ AMENDMENTS CONSTRUCTION TYPE: II-B USE GROUP CLASSIFICATION: MERCANTILE OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION: BUILDING MERCANTILE TENANT MERCANTILE SCOPE OF WORK SPIRIT HALLOWEEN IS A TEMPORARY RETAIL STORE. CONSTRUCTION WORK TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY EXTERIOR SIGNAGE. ALL GENERAL, EXIT AND EMERGENCY LIGHTS ARE EXISTING TO REMAIN. NO SPRINKLER WORK TO BE DONE AND NO PLUMBING WORK COMPLETED. THESE DRAWINGS ARE FOR SIGN PERMIT ONLY. akl I hereby certify that REV DATE DESCRIPTION these plans and specifications were PROJECT NO: 250450 ■ ■ • � sPIRiT MENNEN ���� 00�000I0����00I�'���o00I oI00I . 00�00010���i�001���1001� 01000�00010�NEW YORK STOREFRONT ELEVATION 3 I SCALEU.S. HIGHTECH SIGNS BANNER SIGN INSTALLATION SPECS Screw or Toggle bolt \ ' Brick or Concrete Wall 1.25" FenderWasher D Banner sign O 1.25" Fender Washer\ 1 I Screw or Toggle bolt I Installation Guide Screws and anchors as needed For Wood use #6 coarse thread 3" screw and 1 1 /4" diameter fender washer. Attach 3D sign to wall with screw and fender washer through the plastic backer and into wall. For sheet metal use!"" sheet metal screw or self tapping with 1 1 /4"" diameter fender washer. Use plastic anchor if needed. For masonry use 1 3/4"tapcon with 1 1/4"diameter fender washer. For EIFS use 6"toggle bolt with 1 1/4"fender washer. REMOVAL NOTE S: PATCH/REPAIR ANCHOR HOLES WHEN SIGN IS TO BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES. CLEAN OUT THE HOLES USING A SUITABLE METHOD FOR THE CONDITIONS. ENSURING THE HOLE IS FREE FROM DEBRIS AND DUST. CHOOSE A FILLER THAT IS SUITABLE FOR PATCHING BASED ON THE APPLICATION REQUIRED. GC TO FOLLOW MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS. (-n-11 SIGN INSTALLATION SPECIFICATION �tJI : KT.S. HIGHTECH ' 47 Need a solution, sign with us. JOB SPECIFICATIONS 41 Material: Vinyl sign Size: 4' x 8' Text: Spirit 18", Halloween 10" Mounting: Flush To Wall Designer: JWT al SIGN SPECIFICATION SCALE: xr� 8' Back. Color Letter Color Border Color illumination Project: 11 Warm Red and Yellow Yellow PMS 108 & Black N/A None Spirit Halloween MENNEN i.41M MEMEN ..E000� EMEMEMEN EMEMEMEN 1111"A"HEME Nomm"EME NORMEMEN EMBERMEN NOMM"EME NQUENMEN EMENUMME 11119RUMMEN Nizom"EME MaNNOMME IIIINEUREME 111IMMEMEME EMEMEMEN EMEMEMEN EMEMEMEN V1 x 1 �000� �000� �000� MWEEMEME