The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink About20260743 171 Church St Roof Replacement Application*'`HANDWRITTEN APPLICJ ,TIONS UVILL NOT BE ACCEPTED** CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS DESIGN REVIEW BOARD ' CITY HALL - 474 BROADWAY •;-::� ;� NRATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK 12866-2296 TEL: 518-587-3550 X2533 www.saratoga-springs.org APPLICATION FOR: ARCHITECTURAL / HISTORIC REVIEW APPLICANT(S)`'k OWNERS) (lfnotapplitant) Name Benson Contracting Jillian Massetti Address 313 Ushers Rd suite #102 171 Church Street Ballston Lake, NY 12019 Saratoga Springs NY 12866 Phone (518)419-4837 Email Identify primary contact person: ❑ Applicant ❑ Owner ❑ Attorney/Agent IFOR OFFICE USEI (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: ❑ Owner ❑ Lessee ❑ Under option to lease or purchase PROPERTY INFORMATION Property Address/Location: 171 Church Street Tax Parcel #:165.50 1 - 59 - (for example: 165.52 — 4 — 37) Date Acquired by Owner: Current Zoning District: UR-3 Property use: ❑ Residential ❑ Non-residential/mixed-use Type of Review: 19 Architectural ❑ Historic ❑ Extension/modification (of current approval) Summary description of proposed action: Remove existing non -reparable slate and replace with shingles on main roof and standing seam metal on porches Has a previous application been filed with the DRB for this property? Revised 1212025 []No ® Yes — date(s)? 10/9/2025 -App. No.(s)?20250943 A "complete" application consists of 1 hard copy (original) , and I electronic copy of application &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 oni (Front setbacks: UR-1 & 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 12/2025 Request for extension of current approval 0 Identify date of original DRB 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 I" of the SEQR Short Environmental Assessment Form (available here: http://www.dec.ny.gov/dots/permits ej operations pdf/seafpartone.pd9: - 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? O 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 Board. 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 Board 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 Vill for Architectural Review of the Zoning Cod✓of the f Saratoga Springs. Q IA Date: B w (applicant ignature) Date: I 2 (applicant signature) If applicant is not the currently the owner of the property, the current owner must also sign. Owner Signature: Date: Owner Signature: Date: Revised 1212025 Benson Contracting 313 Ushers Rd # 2 Ballston Lake, NY 12019 (518) 419-4837 To Whom It May Concern: 10/06/2025 Upon inspection of the roof at 171 Church St., Saratoga Springs, NY, the roof is a full slate roof on the main section of the house and a metal roof that has been coated several times on the porch overhangs. There is an existing leak between the chimney and the dormer adjacent to the chimney. During the inspection, I found that there are several missing slates on the roof in several areas, cracked slate tiles, and many tiles starting to delaminate or shale. The exact reason for the delamination or shaling could be from using a lower -quality slate or possible iron pyrite inclusion; it all depends on where the slate came from. There are several areas where the roof has been repaired, and you can see the different quality in the slate. It is consistent throughout with the delamination and shaling, not just in one area. Another factor in the condition of the roof is the installation using plain steel nails instead of copper, which leads to the rusting out of nails, the rust streaks we see on the roof, and the sliding or shifting of whole rows of tiles. Upon inspection of the valleys, the metal has completely rusted out in the middle in certain areas, leading to one of the major leaks inside the residence. It appears that the metal rusted out and was attempted to be covered up by green paint, I'm assuming to try and resemble aged copper. The valley on the driveway side of the house was attempted to be fixed, but because the slate tiles were not removed, whoever did the repair could not get new metal up high enough past the tiles to function properly. Due to the delamination/shaling, missing tiles, shifting of rows, installation issues, improper repairs, and attempts at covering up damaged areas, in my experience and opinion, the roof at 171 Church St. is at the end of its life and should be replaced not only because it is impractical and beyond repair, but also because it poses a major safety issue to the occupants and passersby. We would like to replace the slate section of the roof with one of the designer shingles and replace the porch roof section with standing seam metal roof panels. Sincerely, 0� Matthew Fortier Inspector Gmail Matthew Fortier <matthew.bensoncontracting@gmail.com> DRB application request for 171 Church St Matthew Fortier <matthew. ben son contracting@gmail.com> To: Julia Destino<julia.destino@saratoga-spring s.org> Thu, Aug 13 at 2:49 PM Hi Julia, Hope everything has been well with you. I would like to submit a new DRB application for 171 Church St. I'm attaching the formal application, my support letter on why we need to replace, materials specs and photos of what the proposed roof plan would look like on the residence. Please let me know if you need anything else from me. Thank you. We would be installing Standing Seam metal roof panels on the lower porch roofs and also as snow slides on the main roof section. All Valleys and Ridge Caps would be Black Metal matching the snow slides. The Slate section of roof would be replaced with GAF Slateline Shingles. Thank you Matt IMG_6356.jpeg, IMG_6357.jpeg, DRB application .pdf, 171 Church Inspection letter.pdf, GAF Slateline.pdf `� P .. r .� . . e r - Benefits: ■ Affordable luxury — Slateline" Shingles are only a fraction of the cost of traditional slate or wood shakes ra Sophisticated design —Artisan- crafted shapes combined with oversized tabs and a dimensional design result in a sophisticated beauty unmatched by typical shingles m Gusto" color palette — Specially formulated color palette is designed to accentuate the shingle's natural appeal Stays in place — Dura Grip'' Adhesive seals each shingle tightly and reduces the risk of shingle blow -off. Shingles warranted to withstand winds up to 130 mph (209 km/h).2 StainGuard Plus' Algae Protection Limited Warranty — Specially engineered capsules release copper overtime for long-lasting algae - fighting power. It's protection so strong, it allows us to offer a 25-year limited warranty against blue-green algae discoloration.' Colors: a High-performance — Designed with Advanced Protection° Shingle Technology, which reduces the use of natural resources while providing excellent protection for your home w The ultimate peace of mind — Lifetimet limited transferable warranty with Smart Choice® Protection (non -prorated material and installation labor coverage) for the first 10 years o Perfect finishing touch — For the best look, use TimberTex° Premium Ridge Cap Shingles with a StainGuard Plus- Algae Protection Limited Warranty' n Trusted — Slateline® Shingles have earned the Good Housekeeping Seal Product/System Specifics Fiberglass asphalt construction ■ Dimensions (approx):17" x40" (432 mm x 1,016 mm) ■ Exposure: 71/2" (190.5 mm) ■ Bundles/Square:3 ■ Pieces/Square:48 ■ Nails/Square:2884 ■ Hip/Ridge: TimberTexa" ■ Starter: WeatherBlocker' m StainGuard Plus' Algae Protection Limited Warranty' Applicable Standards & Protocols ■ UL Listed to ANSI/UL 790 Class A ■ Classified by UL in accordance with ICC-ES AC438 ® Meets ASTM D7158, Class H 6 Meets ASTM D3161, Class F ■ Meets ASTM D3018, Type 1 ■ Meets ASTM D34621 ■ ICC-ES Evaluation Reports ESR-1475 and ESR-3267 ■ State of Florida approved ■ Miami -Dade County Product Control approved ■ Texas Department of Insurance listed ■ CSA A123.51 Installation, Detailed installation instructions are provided on the inside of each bundle wrapper of Slateline° Shingles. Installation instructions may also be obtained at gaf,com. t Lifetime refers to the length of warranty coverage provided and means as long cis fire original individual owner(s) of a single-famlydetached residence [or eligible second owner(s)] owns the propertywhere the qualifying GAF products ore installed. For other owners/shuclures, Lifetime coverage is not applicable. Lifetime coverage on shingles requires the use of CAF Lifetime Shingles only. Seethe GAFShingle &Accessarylimded Wonanfyforcompi-le coverage and restriclions. Visit gof.camMS for qualifying GAF products. L'Aetime coverage on shingles and accessories requires the use of any GAF Lifetime Shingle and of least 3 qualifying GAF Accessories. Seethe Gat Roofing System Lhr6W 6vaaanlyfor complete coverage and restrictions. For installation not eligible for f he GAFRoofingSyslem limited Warranty, see the GAFShingfe & Axessory Limited Warmnl .. Visit gof.com/LRS for qualifying GAF products. ' 25-yeor5lainGuard Plus"Algae Prolecfion Limited V.orronj egainst blue-green algae discoloration is available only on products sold in packages bearing the StainGuard Plus" logo. See GAFShingle & Accessory limiled Warranlyfor complete coverage and restrictions, and qualifying products. 215year 130 mph wind speed coverage requires special installation and use of GAF Sfarter Strip Shingles; see G4FShing',e &AocessoryLlmiled Warrantyfor complete comcg a and reshictions. 3 Required by some local codes and required for enhanced wind coverage on certain products. These products are not ovailaiclein all areas. See gofcorrAidgeCapAvol ability for details. Required by some local codes and required for enhanced wind coverage on certain products. s PeriodlccRy tested b/ independent and inlemol Us to ensure compliancewiih � ASTM D3462 at time of manufacture. o 6 Refers to products sold in Canada only. Note:][ is difficult to reproduce the color clarify ord ectual color blends of these products. Before selecting your color, please ask to see several full -sae shingles. LU WAWMWT unmv ewr FNNER1 House°icEE INO 7CC__Q1 owwco . - We protect what matters most" - 0 w ""-ls-_�E—.s:a� �+' � ,�. .c � _ � ' �,,,.f.+: i� xw° Y , � .�►- n' 'v"f^, ?° r � � e ;;y,, M �:. �, �z�"s` ..�s ,C si' ._ ''�lG. �,. Y+,...� �:Y+ J�{�'. �!� a .C..x A d'•� n�'' � � '4 � 'R '�'i' J' _ "_ :ems •�I F �`" .;.` A h, y1. A�4 ,y1 y �zr - Rr- ry�- - -1 r. h - i •fir' r �a ,a ,.. - ,�F S : }. , t IT .77 .. ,. r � _ -. fie", ''^,,.• .: -^. "_^�1�. ,�.-..• r.. � ,- �'.'r � - Hlt-...5' ,_ y, s '•raj � �:.:..,,�..., - ,�: } _ l �P' (y � � t _ _;� 1.�.. .� r _ t„ i j _ ►s.. _ �� ! y �_ _ _ _ i-.! -� N Z -, r•. i .LUAU" -ok'. MEN"" 4.tM; ME 4.tM; ME