HomeMy WebLinkAbout20230391 177 S Broadway Stewart's Demo & Construction OtherPatricia Morrison
67 Union Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
patriciamariemorrison@gmail.com
April 22, 2026
Honorable Mayor Safford
City Hall
474 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Re: Missing Zoning and Use Determination – Parcel 165.83-1-23
Dear Mayor Safford,
I am writing regarding the zoning review of the Stewart’s project involving parcel 165.83-1-22 and the
adjacent parcel 165.83-1-23. There is no documentation in the public record showing the decision on the
use of parcel 165.83-1-23.
I have written to Patrick Cogan, Zoning Officer, formally requesting the written documentation that
defines the zoning and use determination regarding the proposed development on parcel 165.83-1-23. In
accordance with City ordinance and zoning law, the City staff should have advised that the applicant
needs to submit a ZBA application for a use variance in addition to the application that was submitted for
the area variance.
On January 12, 2026, the Zoning Board of Appeals granted an area variance related to parcel 165.83-1-22.
That application and approval did not include a request for a use variance, nor did it address the zoning
implications of the adjacent parcel, 165.83-1-23, which is being acquired for the project.
I respectfully request that your office ensures that:
• A formal zoning and use determination is issued for parcel 165.83-1-23.
• Any required zoning relief is properly identified and pursued before further approvals or permits
are issued; and
• City staff applies the Unified Development Ordinance consistently and comprehensively to
prevent piecemeal or incomplete review.
I submit this letter so that the record clearly reflects this concern and so that appropriate corrective steps
may be taken.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Respectfully,
Patty Morrison