Design Review Board

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION MINUTES WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2013 7:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL ROOM PRESENT: Steven Rowland, Chairman; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman; Richard Martin; Karen Cavotta; Robert DeMarco; Georgeanna Lussier LATE ARRIVAL: Robert West, arrived at 9:26 P.M. STAFF: Bradley Birge, Administrator, Planning & Economic Development CALL TO ORDER: Steven Rowland, Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:03 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECORDING OF PROCEEDING: Steve Rowland, Chairman stated the proceedings of this meeting are being recorded for the benefit of the secretary. Because the minutes are not a verbatim record of the proceedings, the minutes are not a word-for-word transcript of the recording. Steven Rowland, Chairman explained the consent agenda. A. PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: 1. 2013.049 Parting Glass Tent, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Architectural Review of seasonal canopy in parking lot in the Transect-6 District. 2. 2013.053 Merry Monk, 84 Henry Street, Architectural Review of wall sign in the Transect-6 District. 3. 2013.041.1 Park Side Eatery Wall Sign, 36-42 Phila Street, Architectural Review of a wall sign in the Transect-6 District. 4. 2013.050 Pin Ups Blow Bar Wall Sign, 57 Railroad Place, Architectural Review of signage for hair salon in the Transect-6 District. 5. 2013.034.1 Putnam Market Awning, 431 Broadway Historic Review of awning in the Transect-6 District. 6. 2013.056 Sweet Mimi's Café, 47 Phila Street, Suite 2 Architectural Review of façade color change, awning and lighting in the Transect-6 District. 7. 2013.062 Verizon Cell Tower, Saratoga Gaming and Raceway, deferral of SEQRA Lead Agent status to the Planning Board for environmental review of proposal telecommunications facility within the Institutional Horse Track Related District. Steven Rowland, Chairman briefly reviewed the scope of each of the seven items on the Consent Agenda and explained that if any Commission Members or audience members have questions, concerns or any comments to offer on the Consent Agenda Applications, that the particular application will be pulled from the Consent Agenda and will be reviewed individually. He asked if any Commission Members had any such concerns. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman requested Item #6 on the consent agenda be withheld from the consent agenda. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if any audience members wish to comment on any of the Consent Agenda items. None heard. Steven Rowland, Chairman stated #2013.056 Sweet Mimi's Café will be pulled from the Consent Agenda and heard separately following the items on the consent agenda. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman made a motion that the remaining six applications on the consent agenda be approved as submitted. Karen Cavotta seconded the motion. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 6. 2013.056 Sweet Mimi's Café, 47 Phila Street, Suite 2 Architectural Review of façade color change, awning and lighting in the Transect-6 District. Applicant: Jeannette Liebers, owner. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman stated the only comment was that the lighting be anchored through the mortar joints and not through the brick. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman made a motion in the matter of Sweet Mimi's Café, 47 Phila Street that the application be approved as submitted with the caveat that the lighting be anchored through the mortar joints. Richard Martin seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 8. 2013,054 DANGO'S TENTS, 38 Caroline Street, Architectural Review of tent in the Transect-6 District. Agent: Michael Perri, Architect. Steven Rowland, Chairman stated that it has just been brought to the Board's attention this afternoon concerning spillage of music outside the tent area. Are there any flaps to help with sound mitigation. We can issue an approval for the tent with the stipulation that they can return administratively for any sound attenuation. Bradley Birge, Administrator, Planning and Economic Development stated the areas of concern are the are along the library and the area along a portion of Caroline Street. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 2 of 11 Mr. Perri stated two sides need to remain open for emergency egress. There is a flap along the side of the tent which is along the side of the library. The rear of the tent, backs up to Sperry's sound attenuation wall. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Richard Martin made a motion in the matter of Dango's Tent, 38 Caroline Street that the application be approved with the following condition – that additional investigation into reducing the sound level to be submitted and reviewed by Administrative Action within 14 days. Tamie Ehinger seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 9. 2013.059 ICE HOUSE TENT, 70 Putnam Street, Architectural Review of tent in the Transect-6 District. Applicant: Sean Lynch, owner. Steven Rowland, Chairman stated this application is subject to the same concerns regarding sound mitigation. This has just been brought to the Board's attention this afternoon concerning spillage of music outside the tent area. We are looking for help with sound mitigation. We are open to suggestions and options. Mr. Lynch stated the tent has flaps along the library which can be rolled down and the rear faces Sperry's wall. The other two sides are open. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman made a motion in the matter of the Ice House Tent, 70 Putnam Street, that the application be approved as submitted with the following condition – that the applicant provide alternative sound proofing options to the chair for Administrative Approval within 14 days. Richard Martin seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 10. 2013.056 KILWIN'S AWNING, 422 Broadway, Historic Review of awning in the Transect-6 District. Applicant: Bill Hoffman. Agent: Northeast Awnings. The awning will be a fixed frame awning, under the cornice piece. It will not exceed the 7 foot extension limit. No lighting proposed at this time. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Georgeanna Lussier made a motion in the matter of the Kilwin's Awning, 422 Broadway that the application be approved as submitted. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman seconded the motion. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 3 of 11 Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 11. 2013.057 NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE AWNING, 422 Broadway, Historic Review of awning in the Transect 6 District. Applicant: Chris Morrow. Agent: Northeast Awnings. The awning is burgundy in color. It will not exceed the 7 foot extension limit. No lighting is proposed at this time. Bradley Birge, Administrator, Planning and Economic Development stated there is one caveat and that is that the lettering can only take up 25% of the face of the awning. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Georgeanna Lussier made a motion in the matter of the Northshire Bookstore Awning, 422 Broadway, that the application be approved with the following condition – that the lettering be as proposed and submitted this date, June 5, 2013. Richard Martin seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 12. 2013.055 KILWIN'S WALL SIGNAGE, 422 Broadway, Historic Review of signage in the Transect-6 District. Applicant: Bill Hoffman. Agent: Daniel Roicki, Adirondack Sign Company. Mr. Roicki stated the dimensional letters will be individual gold prismatic letters anchored to the limestone sign. Gooseneck lighting above limestone. Five lights are proposed. The Board voiced concern regarding shadowing when the letters are removed. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Rob DeMarco made a motion in the matter of the Kilwin's Wall Signage, 422 Broadway that the application be approved with the following condition – lamp style fixture type, color, bulb type be submitted for administrative approval. Richard Martin seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 4 of 11 Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 13. 2013.063 NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE SIGNAGE, 422 Broadway, Historic Review of wall signage in the Transect-6 District. Applicant: Chris Morrow. Agent: Daniel Roicki, Adirondack Sign Company. Mr. Roicki stated the dimensional letters will be individual gold prismatic letters with a black backer. High performance digital print will be used for the addition of the mascot. Lighting will be five gooseneck lamps. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience would like to comment on this application. None heard. Robert DeMarco made a motion in the matter of the Northshire Bookstore Signage, 422 Broadway that the application be approved with the following condition – lamp style fixture type, color, bulb type be submitted for administrative approval. Richard Martin seconded the motion. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 14. 2013. 047 PLUM DANDY AWNING SIGN, 55 Railroad Place, Architectural Review of new signage in the Transect-6 District. Applicant: Larry Levitus, owner. Agent: Neil Hepner, Signworks. The applicant is proposing to erect an awning sign "Plum Dandy Cookies and Milk". Metal grill work and general signage is consistent with adjacent signage for Market Center. One exception is the applicant is seeking to add a strip of LED lighting above the text to provide down lighting on letters. The Board questioned whether the lighting is necessary since there is plenty of light already there and once the Criterion Cinema is operational there will be plenty of light, as well as the nearby streetlamp to the storefront entrance. Steven Rowland, Chairman recommended a site visit to view signage. This application can move forward with the sign and hold off on the lighting. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman made a motion in the matter of the Plum Dandy Awning Sign, 55 Railroad Place, that the application be approved with the following condition – lighting to be approved as a separate application. On-site visit once the sign is installed. Richard Martin seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 5 of 11 Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 15. # 2013.021 and # 2013.022 REJUVENATION HOMES, 24, 26, 30 Lafayette Street, continuation of Public Hearing on Historic Review of proposed demolition, addition and new construction within the Urban Residential-4 District (Historic Review). Applicant: Todd Levinson, Rejuvenation Homes, Inc. Owner: Congregation Mikvah Israel SEQRA : This is a listed Type I action particularly due to its location within a Historic District requiring coordinated review by involved agencies and a SEQR determination of significance. At their 3/11/13 mtg., the ZBA initiated SEQRA coordinated review with the DRC, indicated their deferral of SEQRA lead agency status to the DRC should the DRC request, and request an advisory opinion from the DRC. At the 3/20/13 DRC meeting, the DRC voted to assume Lead Agency Status. BACKGROUND: Project entails 3 substandard lots within the Urban Residential-4 District. Currently, 3 buildings and a garage exist on these lots. All 3 buildings are listed as “contributing” structures on the National Register of Historic Places. All structures have been vacant for an extended period and suffer from significant water damage and deterioration. Applicant is proposing to retain and rehabilitate the original portion of the structure at 30 Lafayette and construct period-appropriate additions. The structures at 24 and 26 will be demolished. The current lot at 26 Lafayette will be dissolved providing land to 24 and 30 Lafayette to make each closer to standard requirements. A context-sensitive house will then be constructed at 24 Lafayette St. At the 3/20/13 DRC mtg., the DRC requested additional information from the applicant on the condition of the structures. On 4/24, the City received correspondence from the applicant addressing Zoning Ordinance requirements and an evaluation by Dana Broadaway, registered architect, Saratoga Design Build, on the conditions of the properties. PROJECT PROCESS: Public Hearing by DRC regarding demolition – applicant has complied with neighbor noticing. The public hearing was opened on 5/15/13 and continued forward. SEQRA determination by the DRC as lead agency – DRC issued a SEQRA Negative Declaration on 5/5/13. DRC Advisory Opinion to ZBA on proposed relief – DRC issued favorable advisory opinion to ZBA on 5/5/13. Issuance of ZBA relief for lot dimensions and setbacks – ZBA granted requested relief on 5/20/13. #30 LAFAYETTE STREET Mr. Levinson provided sketch plans to the Board. Review of roof elevations, corbels will be recreated. Cedar siding on the original portion of the home. Asphalt shingles on the roof. Anderson simulated divided light windows to match what is there now in a six over six orientation with the exception of some of the smaller units. Discussion of materials and proposed restoration of the historic core and additions to the contributing structure. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. Andrew Scherer, 25 Lafayette Street. Concern was voice regarding accessory building placement and the tall roof pitch. Vertical impact is what the neighborhood is all about. Chuck Zabeleski, 77 Phila Street. My backyard borders the three properties on Lafayette Street. Welcome to the neighborhood. He is very happy what the applicant is doing. Especially in conjunction with the DRC and the Preservation Foundation. Steven Rowland, Chairman made a motion in the matter of the Rejuvenation Homes Restoration and Additions, City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 6 of 11 30 Lafayette Street that the application be approved with the following conditions: –porch roof to be torch-down membrane; building roof to be asphalt shingles. - front porch corbels to be restored and replicated on side porch. - façade details to be matched and replaced in kind. - original portion of house to have cedar siding; addition to be cement board of same exposure w/trim delineation between the two - porch lattice to be vertical and picture framed. - porch decking to be mahogany or stained wood (no pressure treated wood). - new concrete foundation to retain height (approximately 2") & relationship with existing stone foundation - garage trim details to match house; addition of 1 window on south gable to match garage front Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 #24 LAFAYETTE STREET Mr. Levinson stated the two existing buildings will be demolished and one new structure with a garage will be built. This will be a Greek Revival Home, Anderson Windows, columns and balustrade details will be square. Asphalt shingle roof. 11 ½ inch cornerboards with 2 piece frieze to wrap the building. The garage and house main roof fascia board will be changed to two pieces of 8" and 4". Single window added to the south gable of the garage. PUBLIC HEARING: Steven Rowland, Chairman closed the public hearing at 9:00 P.M. Steven Rowland, Chairman made a motion in the matter of the Rejuvenation Homes Demolition and Construction of a Single Family Residence, 24 Lafayette Street that in accordance with the objectives, standards and guidelines contained in the City Zoning Ordinance Article 240-7.4 Historic Review, the Design Review Commission finds that the applicant consulted with the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation and explored feasible alternatives to demolition; submitted cost figures for the rehabilitation of each structure and an architect's assessment of the structural and code issues documenting that the 2 buildings to be demolished cannot be reused and cannot earn a reasonable return; included documentation of earlier efforts at resale (all offerers wished to demolish the buildings); and provided an acceptable post- demolition plan for the site with an acceptable timetable and guarantees to ensure that the project is completed. As such, the application be approved with the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall complete a HABS/HAER – level I report for 24 and 26 Lafayette Street with copies to be submitted to NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the City of Saratoga Springs. 2. The applicant shall provide for a not for profit opportunity to salvage any remaining historical or architectural elements. 3. Building details: - porch balustrade system system to square, and of cedar (no pressure treated wood). - porch lattice to be vertical and picture framed. - porch decking to be mahogany or stained wood (no pressure treated wood). - house corner board to be 11 ½ "; frieze 8", two part fascia 8" x 4". - garage trim details to match house; addition of 1 window on south gable to match garage front. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 7 of 11 Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0 16. 2013.048 LRD PROPERTIES, LLC, 8 Fifth Avenue, Historic Review of siding and trim on residence in the Urban Residential-1 District. SEQRA: Action is a Type II action, a SEQRA determination of significance is not required. Agent: Matthew Hurff, Frost Hurff Architects. Applicant: LRD Properties, LLC. Mr. Hurff gave a brief presentation of the project. Fiber cement and Azek are the proposed materials. There is paint failure and they are trying to find a more long term solution. Steven Rowland, Chairman stated we are all familiar with this home. It did not appear to be in a bad state of disrepair. As a contributing structure in the historic it is fairly clear in the guidelines that we would like to see every effort made to maintain the original materials. If they are in disrepair that the repairs be replaced in kind with the same materials. In that case it would be cedar. I realize there is more of a maintenance cost involved with the replacement being cedar. The length of time wood has been on this building speaks to the longevity of the product. I am going to have a hard time with this I don't think it looks in that bad a condition. If it is that bad, I believe the applicant will need to do a better job of letting us know where exactly it is that bad. The applicants will need to make a stronger case for why all that has to be replaced, especially considering it is a contributing structure. Those are the things we hold to a high standard. Our guidelines are pretty clear and this is the opposite of the guidelines. Mr. Hurff stated there has been some water damage. The back side of the siding will need to be dealt with in a large scale. Steven Rowland, Chairman stated the Preservation Foundation submitted a letter to the Board citing all the same issues as the Board. Has the applicant thought about replacement in kind? Mr. Hurff stated the applicant was initially determined to use newer materials. Richard Martin stated if the house was insulated it is not drying out completely from inside. Cedar costs more money it is a fine product when applied correctly in today's insulated houses. Concrete board without an air space will also tend to peel and accept moisture. Mr. Hurff stated even painting is only a 15 year solution. This is a rental property, and we want it to look good for a long period of time. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. Samantha Bosshart, Saratoga Preservation Foundation stated the ordinance and guidelines are very clear. A contributing building of this stature should maintain as much of the original materials as possible. Board member Robert West arrived at 9:26 P.M. It was the consensus of the Board that an onsite visit should be made to determine if this application is necessary. We will visit this on our next caravan. We will review this application in two weeks. 17. 2013.046 DRISCOLL FAÇADE RENOVATIONS, 169 Washington Street, Architectural Review of façade renovations in the Urban Residential-2 District. Applicant: Joseph Driscoll, owner. SEQRA: Action is a Type II action, a SEQRA determination of significance is not required. Mr. Driscoll is proposing to repair/replace architectural details to original. Create exact replicas of rotted porch railings. Front porch railings to be reinstalled; front concrete steps to be repaired. Side porch to be recreated to match former City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 8 of 11 porch. Rear porch to be repaired, new wooden steps and railing to be installed. Existing 1/1 pane windows to be repaired. Aluminum storms to be replaced. Original exterior doors to be restored. Richard Martin stated the Board does not have a sketch drawing and perhaps the applicant can submit that to staff. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. Samantha Bosshart, Saratoga Preservation Foundation stated they are thrilled to see this house and how it would be restored. I appreciate the applicant reaching out to the Preservation Foundation. Richard Martin made a motion in the matter of the Driscoll Façade Renovations, 169 Washington Avenue that the application be approved with the following conditions – that a sketch drawing in detail be submitted to show the restored porches on all three elevations to be evaluated by the Chair. If a rail is needed on the side and or front porch, it can be submitted for Administrative review. Robert West seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Robert West, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 7-0 8. 2013.009 EXCELSIOR AVENUE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT, 52 Marion Avenue, Architectural Review of 3 new mixed-use building in the Transect-5 Neighborhood Center District. Applicant: Beechwood Associates, Andre Schmidt. Agents: George Olsen, Architect, Dean Devito, Prime Companies. SEQRA: In accordance with 6 NYCRR Part 617, on March 27, 2013, the Planning board after coordinated review, issued a SEQRA negative declaration for this project. PROJECT BACKGROUND: The Planning Board and the DRC conducted a joint meeting on December 10, 2012, for sketch discussion of this project. The applicant submitted a formal DRC application and appeared before the DRC on April 3, 2013. Since that time the applicant has hired Olsen Architects to assist with the design. George Olsen has submitted revised sketches for the Fresh Market and Retail buildings and is seeking input on the general direction of the revisions. Mr. Devito gave a brief background of this project. Mr. Olsen has been hired to join this team. We have revamped the project taking into account the comments made by the Board and then returned these ideas to the Fresh Market people to also review these plans. Mr. Olsen stated they looked at all sketches and all the materials the Board has reviewed. He then gave the Board a presentation of the current plans. Copies provided to the Board. We added a canopy across the brick frontage. The center portion of the building was articulated some more and the ends were brought out. The gable end feature was discussed and is a signature branding of the Fresh Market. We are considering an open trellis type area for this gable end. We took similar materials, which are fiber cement and brick and we accented the corner pieces and the trim. Signage on the corner and lighting. There are some vertical elements along Route 50. Steven Rowland, Chairman stated he believes this is headed in the right direction. The addition of some larger elements is definitely a positive change. Concerned regarding rooftop mechanicals. It was the consensus of the Board that the project is headed in the right direction, a huge improvement. Mr. Olsen then reviewed the additional two building changes for the Board. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 9 of 11 The applicant will return before the Board with a 3-D presentation. 19. 2013.011 HOME OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD, 394-402 Church Street, Architectural Review of senior assisted care facility and senior housing in the Urban Residential-1 District. Applicant: Rosen Development Company, Inc Agent: Owen Nitzel, China Clark, Harris A. Sanders, Architects PC Denise Cote, Home of the Good Shepherd SEQRA: On 2/6/13, the DRC deferred SEQRA lead agency status to the Planning Board. On 2/27/13, the Planning Board accepted SEQRA lead agency status and issued a SEQRA negative declaration. BACKGROUND: This project is located at 394-402 Church St., west of Kirby Road, and adjacent to existing Home of Good Shepherd facility. It is within the Urban Residential-1 (single family) district – allowing senior facilities with special use permit and site plan review. The project entails the construction of a new 96 bed assisted living residence including 48 bed enhanced assisted living wing and 14 senior apts. The main assisted and enhanced assisted living facility is a 2-story, 86,100 square foot structure along Church St. with 14 senior apartments in 6 1-story cottages situated to the rear of the facility. The proposed structure presents an approx. 400’ façade along Church St. Mr. Nitzel provided the Board with a visual presentation of the redesigned project. SEQRA Negative Declaration was issued on February 27, 2013. An area variance was granted on April 22, 2013. Special Use Permit was granted on May 8, 2013. Several changes have been made following the last appearance before the Board. Mr. Nitzel provided the Board with a sample window product. Steven Rowland, Chairman commented on how much better the plans look with the newly implemented changes. He suggested exploring raising the roof lines of the north facing reverse gables to give those elements more presence. Steven Rowland, Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak regarding this application. None heard. Steven Rowland, Chairman stated we whenever you are ready to return before the Board, notify staff and you will be placed back on the agenda. 20. #2011.038.4 60 WEIBEL AVENUE MIXED-USE, 60 Weibel Avenue, Architectural Review of an additional 10 unit building within the Transect-4 District. RECUSAL: Steven Rowland, Chairman recused himself from this application. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman assumed the duties of the chair. Applicant: Sonny Bonacio, Paul Lambert, Project Manager, Bonacio Construction Agent: Brett Balzer; Shawn Corp; Balzer and Tuck Architecture SEQRA : Project is an “Unlisted” action requiring a SEQRA determination. This project involves approvals from Planning Board and DRC. On 4/17, the DRC deferred SEQRA lead agency status to the Planning Board. On 4/24, the Planning Board accepted lead agency status. On 5/8, the Planning Board issued a SEQRA negative declaration. PROJECT BACKGROUND: On April 10, 2013 the Planning Board approved a special use permit and site plan review for this additional building. The new building is located at the northeast corner of the approved 60 Weibel Avenue mixed use development. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 10 of 11 Mr. Bonacio stated we have been before the Planning Board requesting the addition of one building. There were originally 12, now there will be 13. The new building will have the same design, color and materials as the other approved 10 unit Type B structures currently on the site. As it is situated the end of the building will face the (future) boulevard, once constructed. At the May 15, 2013 meeting the DRC approved the adjacent 72-74 Weibel mixed use development. In this recently approved development building "P" will be directly across from the subject proposed building and building "P" also presents a side façade to the future boulevard. Building "P" façade include a 2 step articulation, the proposed building is a flat façade. Floor plans were distributed to the Board. Location of air conditioning units was also discussed. Discussion regarding the future boulevard and the treeing of the property. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Robert West made a motion in the matter of 72-74 Weibel Avenue Mixed Use Development, 72-74 Weibel Avenue application that the application be approved as submitted. The applicant is encouraged to plant evergreen trees on the gable end. Georgeanna Lussier seconded the motion. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, recused; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Robert West, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 6-0-1 Steven Rowland, Chairman resumed the duties of the Chair. NT OF NEXT MEETING: The next scheduled Caravan will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at 5:00 P.M. The next schedule Workshop will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at 6 The next scheduled Design Review Commission meeting is Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Steven Rowland, Chairman made a motion to approve the minutes of the April 17, 2013 with corrections as submitted. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman seconded the motion. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman, in favor; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, in favor; Robert West, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 7-0 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss Steven Rowland, Chairman adjourned the meeting at 11:15P.M. Respectfully submitted, Diane M. Buzanowski Recording Secretary Approved: 6/19/13 City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, June 5, 2013 – page 11 of 11