HomeMy WebLinkAbout20240534 673 Crescent Zoning Amendment Public Comment (7)January 20, 2026
Saratoga Springs City Council
Saratoga Spring NY 12866
Re: Rezoning of Parcels 180.69-2-21 and 180.69-2-22 from RR to PUD
To Saratoga Springs City Council:
I am opposed to the rezoning of parcels 180.69-2-21 and -22 from RR to PUD for the following
reasons:
1. Disrup�on of wildlife – future development would disrupt fox dens, deer, racoon, and
rabbit habitat, snapping turtle nes�ng area, amphibians, and birds.
2. Lakeside erosion: the land in ques�on is lower than surrounding, developed land,
func�oning as an important source to recharge the aquifer. Dry wells collec�ng runoff
on Waterview Drive have altered the natural flow of the aquifer. The slope to Saratoga
Lake is fragile and recent tree removal by the applicant has exacerbated this
vulnerability. Lot 180.4-2 currently experiencing collapse of a retaining wall due to
changes in aquifer flow.
3. Increase traffic on Crescent Avenue: Crescent Avenue has become much busier with the
development of the East Ridge and construc�on of the racino. Driveways entering
Crescent Ave risk collisions, especially during the summer months.
Thank you in advance for your considera�on of my concerns.
Sincerely,
Kathleen Lovelace
72 Waterview Drive