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Ms. 'famie Ehin�er,Cllair
Design Review Coin�nission
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S�ratoga Sprin�s,NY ]2866
RE: t73 Lake Avenue—Demolition and Nefr� C�nstruction
Dear Tan�ie:
The Saratoga Spzings Freservation Faundation revicEved t}�e applieati�n for the demolition of
existing stn€cture and construction of a two-stary, two-family residence at 173 Lake Avenue.
The Foundation dc�es s�ot object to the demolition of the existing structure because it lacks
architectural or historic significanee.
While the site is located in an Arcl�itectural Review,the New Construction FIistoric District
Design Guidelin�s should be considered.
New Buildings:
• Architectura] styles for new construction should reflect and represent tlae periad in
whicl� it�as built. The style of ne�v construction should be co�npatible wi[h
surrounding buildings buC should not give the false €mpression of being historic.
Construction methods and materials can differentiate new constr�ctiw� from histaric
structures.
• Tl�e placement 3nd onentatic�n of ne���buildings should be consistent wiEh
neighbonng buildings. Maint�inir�g a consistent streetscape and fa4ade setback is
recommended.
• Building inass sh�uld he appropriate to the size of the lot. A large lot can �enera�ly
accommodate a larger structure, while a small stn�cture is more appropriate for a
smaller lot.
• Building height and scale should be consistent wit�i the existing streetscape and
neighborin�building patterns. Historic streetseape often have a variation an buildirsg
scale and massing that cc�ntnbute to the visual interest and unique historic character
of the street. Variation is prottroted. but extr�rne difference shauld be avoided.
• Bu'sldings wit17 large, uninterrupted massing shauld be broken into smaller visual
components consistent with nexghborinb buildiizgs.
• Rooflines and shapes sh�uld be consistent with surrounding historic struc�ures.
• New construction window�s and doors should complement the window and door size,
patter��s and rhythm of neighboring historie buildin�s.
• Fa�ade rhythm shauld �naintain the vert�cal ar horizontal emphasis that is prevalent
on the street.
• Porc]}es are a significant architectural feature and typical of residences in Saratoga
Springs. Porches appropriate to the mass and se�le af the buildin;� are encauraged in
new construction.
• Primary entrances ta the building should orient to the street and be wel] designated.
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• N�e«construction material�should be comparible w°ith ar�d cornplement the
surrounding histonc buildin�s. Contemporary materials may be used provided they
do not negat'rvely impact historic character of the nei�hboring bui�dings. T'he use of
vinyl is discauraged.
Under 7.5,5 Desi�n Considcrations of the City of Saratoga Springs Histonc Review
Ordittance for Architecrural Reviev,�:
A. Hcight
The Commission sha71 consid�r whether the hei�ht of the proposed structure is
coanpatible with the historic fonn and context of tlte site and nei�hbonng prc�pezties
and any specific zonine district inten#.
B. Scale
The Cc�mmission shall cc�nsider whether the scale of the proposed structure is
io�n}�atib�e with the rel�tianship of the building and its architecturat elements to
neighhoring structures a�ie�cominunity character.
D. Praportion
The Comin�ssion shall consid�r whether the proposed structure and its architectural
eie�nents, including fror�t facades,windc�ws, doors and bays, are consistent with the
dnminant propartion of neight�oring structures and site.
F. Architectural Rhyrh�n
The Canunission shal] consider whether the architectural, rhythmic pattern resulting
fram repeated ele�nents such as wEndow and door openings,calumns,a�rches,and other
fa�ade elements is cansist�nt with tl�e sub}ect structure�nd consistent�vith neighboring
stnictures.
J. Materials
Materials used in new construction shall be compatible with those traditionally used
in the neighbonng area. Gonteinparary mater�als are aceeptable prov-ided that the
overall texture, colnrs and details of the bui]ding are ca�npatible with nei�l�boring
buildangs.
K. Colors
Colors used in new construction sha1I be c�ompatible r��ith neighbonn�buildings.
The proposed structure takes cues from the�raftsi�an architectural style, papular bet�yeen
i 910 and 1930. The identifying features of this sEyle include: a low-pitched roof with wide
nnenclosed eaves overhang; exposed roof rafters, decorative beams or braces u��der the
�ables,partia] or fuil-width porch with roof supported with tapered columns.
T�ie Foundation daes not ohject to the praposed strucTure,but has concerns about tEae
prnportion and treatment of the f'ront�able; the baiustrade, columns and gable nf th�fi-ont
porch; and the winclaw fenestration af the east and west elevatians. Lastty, while not
adcfressec� in the application,the historic brick sidewalk c�n Lake Avenue should be presen�ed.
Thank yau in advance� far your though[1ul consideration.
Sincerely,
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Adam N. Favro ar�tha Bosshart
President Exeeutive Director
Cc: Anthory Caruso, Applicant
Thomas West,Agent
Brad�ey Birge, Administrator of the Offrce of 1'lanning and Economic Develc�pment