HomeMy WebLinkAbout20260650 231 Broadway The Inn at Saratoga Exterior Modifications SSPF Letter 09.17.2026Saratoga. Springs
Preservation Foundation
September 9, 2026
PR. ESE RVATION
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Ms. Tamie Ehinger, Chair
Design Review Board
City Hall
474 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
RE: 231 Broadway — Exterior Alterations
Board of Directors
Dear Tarnie:
C. Christopher Armer
President
The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation reviewed the application for exterior
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alterations at 231 Broadway.
Vice President
Tiffany Blair
Secretary
The structure at 231 Broadway was built in 1843 as a boarding house and expanded over
time. It is a significant building because it is Saratoga Springs' longest continually
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operating inn. This building is located in the local historic district. However, it is not
located in the Broadway Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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The Foundation is pleased that extensive roof repairs will be made to the slate roof, a
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character defining feature.
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Vincent LaTerra
It understands the need for modern building systems. It does not object to the installation
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of the new exterior condenser. However, it respectfully requests that the Design Review
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request additional Board re t information regarding e exact placement lacement of the vents as well as
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their size, material, and color prior to approval.
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The Foundation also does not object to the proposed canopy on the north elevation to
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provide cover from the elements. Although there is concern that due to the proximity of
the roof to the second -floor windows, the splash back may over time result in damage to
the window frames and sills.
Staff
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Per the Windows & Doors Historic District Guidelines:
Executive Director
Dianne Winter
Windows and doors are among the most significant character -defining features of a
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building. They help to identify the style and period of the building. Every effort should be
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made to maintain and preserve these important features.
Administrative Assistant
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WINDOWS
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• Maintain original trim details and the original configuration, size, shape and
proportion of windows.
• Historic stained or colored glass windows should be maintained and preserved.
• Original window size and location should be preserved. Do not replace windows
with units that alter the original size of the window opening or trim detail.
• Restoration of original window configurations and openings that were previously
altered or removed is encouraged.
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Replacement windows should match the existing in material and design and should
be based on historic evidence. If no historic evidence is available, the windows
should snatch the design and materials of the architectural style and period of the
historic building.
The use of snap -in muntin bars to achieve the appearance of divided lights is
discouraged. Original muntins and mullions reflect the architectural style and
period of the house as well as provide architectural detail and depth.
The use of non-traditional window types (picture windows, sliders, etc.) and
contemporary materials and designs is discouraged on historic and contributing
properties. Vinyl and metal windows are strongly discouraged, particularly on
primary fagades.
Doors
• Contemporary materials and designs are discouraged on historic and contributing
structures.
The Foundation is pleased that the applicant plans to restore the windowpane
configurations of the windows of the east and north gables to their appearance as shown in
the provided historic photograph. The symmetry of the south and north gables, including
the window openings and shingle cladding, is a character -defining feature of the building
that should be retained. The Foundation does not support the removal of the two historic
window openings in the highly visible south gable to install a sliding glass door, a
contemporary design, and prefabricated railing. The Foundation encourages the applicant
to restore the historic windowpane configuration similar to that of the north gable.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
C. i topher Armer Samantha Bosshart
President Executive Director
Cc: Robert Israel, Owner
Julia Destino, Planner, City of Saratoga Springs