Design Review Board

DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION MINUTES WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2014 CITY COUNCIL ROOM 6:00 P.M. – SPECIAL MEETING 7:00 P.M. – REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING 6:00 P.M. – SPECIAL MEETING PRESENT: Steven Rowland, Chairman; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman; Richard Martin, Georgeanna Lussier; Karen Cavotta; Robert West ZBA MEMBERS PRESENT: Bill Moore, Chairman; Gary Hasbrouck; Oksana Ludd STAFF: Bradley Birge, Administrator, Planning and Economic Development, City of Saratoga Springs Susan Barden, Senior Planner, City of Saratoga Springs Tony Izzo, Assistant City Attorney CALL TO ORDER: Steven Rowland, Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:03 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECORDING OF PROCEEDING: Steven 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. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR: Steven Rowland, Chairman, stated the applicant was before the Zoning Board of Appeals seeking a variance to permit the construction of a wireless telecommunications tower. The Zoning Board of Appeals requested an Advisory Opinion from the Design Review Commission as to how that equipment should be camouflaged. Suggested options included a “monopine” tree-type tower and a silo. The Design Review Commission forwarded an Advisory Opinion in favor of the silo style and some of the Zoning Board of Appeals members were not on board with this type of style, so we called a joint meeting/workshop. Bradley Birge, Administrator Planning and Economic Development, stated that the Design Review Commission does have a quorum present; however, the Zoning Board of Appeals has only three members present. Because of that, the ZBA is without a quorum and cannot take any formal actions this evening. The DRC, however, does have a quorum so this is an opportunity for the DRC to explore this topic and for the Zoning Board to provide input without any formal action being taken. Based upon the quorum issue, Tony Izzo, Assistant City Attorney, advised that this is not a “joint meeting of the Boards” but, rather, this is a Design Review Commission meeting with several members of the ZBA present. APPLICATION UNDER CONSIDERATION: 1. 2013.105 VERIZON CELL TOWER, 2202 Route 50 South, Architectural Review of a proposed 110' silo/monopine cell tower and associated equipment within the Highway General Business District. Steven Rowland, DRC Chairman, stated this Commission has struggled with cell towers in other locations. There is really no way to disguise something that is that tall in any context. When this Commission looked at the tree-type structures, we find that despite what the drawings show, what we see after it is constructed are two entirely different things. We have been very hesitant to approve trees because we do not get what we were expecting and by then it is too late. Whereas in a silo situation, the Commission has approved in the past a very successful silo-tower on Crescent Ave. This area of Rte 50 is a rural gateway area and a silo would not be totally out of character there. It is a little more in keeping with this type of situation. When we look at drawings of a silo and a built silo there is not much change since there are not a lot of options in this regard. So we decided on a silo. I do not think there is any real way to conceal a 110 foot cell tower and we thought the silo was the most fitting choice for that rural area and it gave us more confidence in its construction. Richard Martin stated the Commission left the discussion open to look at shop drawings. We didn't say we weren't interested in a tree but we wanted to see what the tree would really look like. Not the ones we see on the road today, but the renderings we see and the finished product seem to be two different things. When it came to the silo, like the one on Crescent Avenue, it was proposed at only 85 feet tall and I think it was 20 feet in diameter. We thought proportionally going to a 30 foot diameter was appropriate considering the height of the tower. Those are the items we discussed. Bill Moore, ZBA Chairman, stated the last thing he wants is a conflict between the Boards; we are all in this together. When we saw this, we did not even view the silo. Since we are lead agency and doing SEQRA, the ZBA thought the tree was less of an impact than the silo. Is there any way the applicant can design a tree and provide the specs for a tree to the Boards? Bradley Birge, Administrator Planning and Economic Development, stated when the DRC approved the Weibel Avenue cell tower, the photographs hid the antenna and the frequency of the branches was quite high. It did not look sparse, it was quite a robust tree. They also added bark texture to the tower and the bottom. The Commission expected it to be a quality tree. Richard Martin stated at the last meeting, the DRC did ask for shop drawings. Bill Moore, ZBA Chairman, stated we are not cell tower people. We would like drawings and photographs of what a monopine would look like with specific recommendations for branches and antenna camouflaging. Scott Olsen, Attorney for Verizon, stated that cell tower monopines have come a long way. We have provided photographs to the Board of recent cell tower installations. A visual presentation of recent installs was provided for the Boards review. Dave Wiseberger, Civil Side Engineering, provided the Boards with a simulation of what is proposed for this location. Pictures and plans for the monopine were requested by the Boards prior to the issuance of a building permit. Mr. Wiseberger stated he will obtain the designs of a current site and provide them to the Boards for their review. Steven Rowland, DRC Chairman, requested construction drawings and photos of a cell tower in Port Henry which will be provided to both Boards. Once the DRC reviews these plans, the Advisory Opinion can be amended. Gary Hasbrouck requested specific language which could be added to a resolution for a cell tower which would provide information as to whether the site is in compliance with submitted plans. Tony Izzo, Assistant City Attorney, stated the language we have used for some time is "as shown or submitted on attached plans". Dave Wiseberger, Civil Side Engineering, stated a geotechnical analysis was performed on the property. He stated the area of disturbance is .16 of an acre. I shared the results with Tim Wales, City Engineer. We are looking to reduce the footprint of the compound to less than 1/10 of acre of disturbance. Photographs of an existing tower and the design plans can be provided to the Boards. Susan Barden, Senior Planner stated Part I of the EAF may need to be amended if the size of the site changes. The applicant will supply construction drawings and photographs of the completed Port Henry to both Board for their review. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – page 2 of 10 Pending receipt of these materials, the applicant will be placed back on the DRC and Zoning Board of Appeals agenda. There being no further business to discuss this meeting was adjourned at 6:58 P.M. 7:00 P.M. – REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING PRESENT: Steven Rowland, Chairman; Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman; Richard Martin, Georgeanna Lussier; Karen Cavotta; Robert DeMarco; Robert West STAFF: Bradley Birge, Administrator, Planning and Economic Development, City of Saratoga Springs CALL TO ORDER: Steven Rowland, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 7:04 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECORDING OF PROCEEDING: Steven 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. A. PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: Note: The intent of a consent agenda is to identify any applications that appear to be "approvable" without the need for further evaluation or discussion. If any DRC member of member of the audience wishes to discuss/explore any proposed consent agenda item, then that item would be pulled from the "consent agenda" and dealt with individually. 1. 2014.049 9N MEDICAL BUILDING, 373 Church Street, deferral of SEQRA Lead Agency to the Planning Board for 9,800 s.f. medical office building within a Transect-4 Urban Neighborhood District. 2. 2014.043 HARVEY'S SIGNAGE, 14 Phila Street, Historic Review of signage within the Transect-6 Urban Core District. 3. 2014.040 TUSHITA HEAVEN AWNING, 423 Broadway, Historic Review of awning within the Transect-6 Urban Core District. 4. 2014.047 BOURBON ROOM WALL SIGN, 8 Caroline Street, Historic Review of wall sign within the Transect-6 Urban Core District. 5. 2014.048 KILWINS OUTDOOR CAFÉ, 420 Broadway, Historic Review of outdoor café area within the Transect-6 Urban Core District. 6. 2014.046 RUDAT ROOF MATERIAL CHANGE, 169 Caroline Street, Historic Review of change in roof material within the Urban Residential-3 District. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if anyone on the Commission would like to discuss any item of the consent agenda. None heard. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if anyone in the audience would like to speak regarding any item on the consent agenda. None heard. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, made a motion in the matter of Items 1-6 on the consent agenda be approved as submitted. Richard Martin seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – page 3 of 10 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 B. APPLICATIONS UNDER CONSIDERATION: 7. 2013.054 DANGO'S TENT, 38 Caroline Street, Architectural Review of a patio tent within the Transect-6 Urban Core District. Applicant: Mr. Johnson Agent: Michael Perri, Architect Bradley Birge, Administrator, Planning and Economic Development, reviewed the concerns for sound mitigation last year by both Public Safety and neighbors. The sound and outdoor entertainment which emanates from these establishments especially in the evenings can be quite loud. It is a wonderfully dynamic area but the sound level does tend to grow. Mr. Perri stated we had a site meeting last year. We have purchased new materials to be applied to the back panel of the tent and 6 feet up the side for sound mitigation. STC material proposes a reduction of 17 decibels with the new product which is fire retardant as well. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if there were any questions or comment from the Commission. None heard. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Robert West made a motion in the matter of the application Dango's Tent that the application be approved as submitted using the STC material in the color white. 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; Robert West, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 7-0 8. 2013.059.1 ICEHOUSE TENT, 70 Putnam Street, Architectural review for patio tent within the Transect-6 Urban Core District. Applicant: Shawn Lynch, owner Mr. Lynch stated he looked at Dango's tent material and also the use of baffles in the ceiling covering ½ of the tent. This will be grey in color and will reduce the decibel level as well as being fire retardant. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if there were any questions or comment from the Commission. None heard. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Robert West made a motion in the matter of the application of the Icehouse Tent, 70 Putnam Street that we approve as submitted. Georgeanna Lussier 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 City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – page 4 of 10 MOTION PASSES: 7-0 9. 2009.005.1 66 FRANKLIN HISTORIC SIGN & FENCE MODIFICATION, 66 Franklin Street, request for final approval of historic marker sign and modification to remove fence requirement on vacant property within the Urban Residential-4 District. RECUSAL: Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman recused herself from this application. Robert West recused himself from this application. Applicant: Joe Boff, owner Agent: Matthew Mazur, Attorney Steven Rowland, Chairman, provided a brief overview of this project. After final demolition, there were several conditions which have not yet been met. One is the historical marker on the property to explain the history of the property and the building which was once located there. Another condition is to have the property fenced in until such time as the applicant returns with a construction product to place here. Mr. Mazur provided the Commission with a sample of the Historic Sign Marker proposed for this location. Following some discussion on the proposed text and image, Samantha Bosshart, Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, stated that this image was an advertisement located in a business directory advertising JD Stevens office on Broadway. The Commission may wish to note where the image on the plaque came from with the date. Steven Rowland, Chairman, stated consensus is then to use the image of the house, crediting the Saratoga County Business Directory 1873-1874 under the image with the text presented this evening. Discussion ensued regarding the design and wording on the marker as well as the placement of the signage on the property. Steven Rowland, Chairman, requested a copy of the final image from the sign designer for review by the Commission prior to it being manufactured. Once the signage is approved, the area can then be staked out for final placement of the sign for review by the Chairman. The applicant requested removal of the requirement to fence the property. Discussion ensued among the Commission regarding requiring a fence around the property. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. Samantha Bosshart, Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, spoke about the fence and reminded that DRC that this requirement was part of the demolition plan. She suggested that a fence similar to the one located on Circular Street at the Presbyterian Church would be appropriate as this building was also designed by J.D. Stevens. Bob Israel, property owner next door, stated that there are many fences on this street. In this neighborhood, there are many homeless people and a fence would state that this is private property. Steven Rowland, Chairman, made a motion in the matter of 66 Franklin Street, that the applicant return with the final image of the marker with the options both of the full size ad image as presented and also a second option perhaps with the lower text identifying the St. Nicholas Building, Saratoga Springs, New York removed; that the image be provided prior to being sent to the manufacturer; that the applicant stake out the location on site for the plaque. The Commission denies the request to remove the condition for a post-demolition fence. The Commission will still seek a fence surrounding the four sides of the property of the nature discussed this evening. Richard Martin seconded the motion. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: Steven Rowland, Chairman; in favor; Richard Martin, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Rob DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – page 5 of 10 MOTION PASSES: 5-0 Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, and Robert West resumed their positions on the Commission. 9. 2014.037 CARP DIEM REAL PROPERTIES FAÇADE MODIFICATION, 489 Broadway, Historic Review of Broadway façade modifications within the Transect-6 Urban Core District. Agent: Matthew Hurff, Frost Hurff Architects Mr. Hurff presented the Commission with new paperwork outlining the project. Following the description what the applicant is proposing, the Commission provided the applicant with comments from the workshop. Steven Rowland, Chairman, stated this project came before this Commission a few years ago. At that time, the applicant proposed a very similar project that was not passed by this Commission. There is concern regarding taking a very well preserved building, with an intact façade, and making such a drastic change to it which is clearly well outside of the Commissions guidelines. I do not know if it will garner the support that you need. We understand that applicants are trying to get more glass and visibility but the proposal is not something that the Commission is comfortable with and not within our guidelines. We are concerned about making such a drastic change in the façade. Discussion ensued regarding renovations to this building and adaptive reuse of the building. Mr. Hurff stated the applicant would also like to paint the building. Steven Rowland, Chairman, stated the Commission has no objection to that. Samantha Bosshart, Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, stated the last application before the Commission was in 2009. This proposal would be an irreversible change to this building. It is one of the oldest buildings on Broadway, built in the 1840's. She recommends keeping the windows and its Greek revival appearance. It was the decision of the applicant and his agent to table this application. 10. 2014.001 WOODLAWN DEVELOPMENT LLC, 100-108 Woodlawn Avenue, Architectural Review of multi-family building reconstruction within an Urban Residential-3 District. Applicant: Bob Israel Agent: Charlie Hoffman, Architect Mr. Hoffman provided new schematics to the Commission for their review. We have provided the color scheme we propose, the only new addition are brackets which were found underneath the wooden balconies in the back. We will reuse this feature from the old building in a decorative manner. A sample of the railing materials was provided. A sketch was provided of the shed roof which will cover the stairs. Roofing materials were provided as well as deck material. Old brick will be reused. New brick will be the same color as the original brick. Vermont slate will be used; the same as used on the old buildings. Details on the windows and doors were provided to the Commission for their review. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if there were any further questions or comments from the Commission. None heard. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if anyone in the audience would like to comment on this application. None heard. Richard Martin made a motion in the matter of the application of Woodlawn Development LLC Residential Building Reconstruction, 100-108 Woodlawn Avenue be approved with the following conditions: that the applicant shall return with the location of the meter banks, plumbing penetrations and masking of the condensers, etc.; the applicant may proceed with the required permit approval. 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 City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – page 6 of 10 MOTION PASSES: 7-0 11. 2014.042 WITT CARRIAGE HOUSE, 563 North Broadway, Historic Review of carriage house in the Urban Residential-4 District. Applicant: John Witt, Witt Construction Mr. Witt explained he is proposing the conversion of a 3-car garage into a carriage house. Currently, the garage has a slate roof which will be removed. Siding is a dark grey color, sample provided to the Commission, with pearl trim. All the windows and doors will be Pella aluminum clad windows with the grills between the glass. A recycled door which will be similar to a barn door on a track is on the south side, and will be painted a dark green. Standing seam metal with an apron over the garage area which will also be green. All the trim around the windows and doors will be AZEK and painted the trim color the same as the porch columns and the balusters. The cupola will be trimmed out with white trim and green metal roof. Savannah rail system on the porch over the south bump out of the structure. Custom wood rack under the bump outs over the garage doors. All penetrations will be painted to match the siding. Condenser to be located on the gable end on the north. Roof vents will be painted black. This project is very similar to the project submitted at an earlier date. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if there were any further questions or comments from the Commission. None heard. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Samantha Bosshart, Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, stated the concerns were that it doesn't really reflect the current historic guidelines. The windows, with grills between the panes, are something that is counter to the City’s guidelines in the Historic District. Georgeanna Lussier made a motion in the matter of the Witt Carriage House, 563 North Broadway that the application be approved with the following conditions: all penetrations will be painted the same color as the siding; condenser units will be located on the north portion of the roof gable; roof vent will be painted black; lighting will be white lighting; windows will be 6 or 8 over 1 on the west, south and north elevations. 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; Robert West, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 7-0 12. 2014.025 79 HENRY STREET MIXED USE BUILDING, 79 Henry Street, Architectural Review of mixed use building within the Transect-6 Urban Core District. Applicant: Places in Saratoga, LLC Agent: Michael Tuck and Brett Balzer, Balzer Tuck Architecture Mr. Tuck provided a visual presentation of the project. Mr. Tuck stated the applicant proposes to entirely remove the structure, then reconstruct in its entirely upon the new foundation/first floor. Two tenant spaces will be constructed in the basement. The second floor will offer multi tenant office space. Mechanicals will be on the roof. All windows will be a Pella wood aluminum clad. The applicant does not wish to move the building but to keep in line with existing buildings. All elevations of the project were reviewed. In the rear of the property, a ramp as well as stairs will provide access. Mr. Balzer stated the existing structure will be dismantled and stored off site while the majority of the site work is completed. Excavation of a new foundation will then occur and the construction of a new first floor. We will rebuild the old structure on top of the new base. We are working with a company who expertly handles this type of project. Novelty siding will replace the old siding which cannot be reused. Glass will be used along the store front streetscape. A Letter of Credit will be established to ensure that the building will be rebuilt. Deconstruction will take approximately 4 to 6 weeks. The construction envelope will be approximately 12 months. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – page 7 of 10 Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if there were any questions or comments from the Commission. None heard. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. Samantha Bosshart, Saratoga Preservation Foundation, stated that dismantling this building renders it a non-contributing building. Additional information about the Pro forma or feasibility of it not being a two story structure should be provided to the Commission for the record. Robert DeMarco made a motion in the matter of the application of 79 Henry Street Mixed Use Building, 79 Henry Street that the application be approved with the following conditions: mechanicals are to be revisited by this Commission to determine any need for screening; applicant shall establish a Letter of Credit to be reviewed and accepted by the City with the purpose to ensure survival of original building; stucco to extend to foundation line of the building; concrete foundation to be painted to match stucco; the applicant shall provide business pro forma comparing 2-story use versus need for 3-story building. 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; Robert West, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 7-0 13. 2013.041 2 WEST AVENUE, 2 West Avenue, Architectural Review of mixed use building in the Transect-5 District. RECUSAL: Steven Rowland, Chairman, recused himself from this application. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, assumed the duties of the chair. Applicant: Sonny Bonacio, Bonacio Construction Agent: Jerome Kent; Brett Balzer, Balzer Tuck Architecture Mr. Balzer stated the application appeared before the Commission two weeks ago, where we received Mass and Scale approval. We have since worked through details, materials and we have some additional renderings we would like to share with the Commission. We are looking for final approval this evening. A visual presentation was provided to the Commission. This is a mixed use building with 63 apartment units over essentially two buildings with 5,000 square feet of retail. This project steps up incrementally. First, a two story building, to a three story building, with a four story building on the corner. Mr. Balzer reviewed all elevations. Materials will be fiber cement, masonry with aluminum clad windows. Color samples for siding were provided for the Commission's review as well as lighting features. A cast stone product will be used on the buildings. A rooftop garden is proposed. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, asked if there were any further questions or comments from the Commission. None heard. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, asked if anyone in the audience wished to comment on this application. None heard. Richard Martin made a motion in the matter of the application of 2 West Avenue Mixed Use Development, 2 West Avenue that the application be approved as submitted or shown on the attached plans. Robert West seconded the motion. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, asked if there was any further discussion. None heard. VOTE: 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: 6-0 Steven Rowland, Chairman, resumed his position on the Commission. Tamie Ehinger, Vice Chairman, resumed her position on the Commission. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – page 8 of 10 14. 2014.039 TURF SARATOGA SOUTH, LLC, 3368 South Broadway, Architectural Review of new hotel in the Tourist Related Business District. Applicant: Michael Hoffman, Principal, Turf Hotels; Brian Straughter, Vice President Turf Hotels Agent: Matthew J. Jones, Justin Grassi, The Jones Firm, Danny Bounds, Bounds and Gillespie, Architects Mr. Jones stated this project was before the Commission last summer when you rendered a positive Advisory Opinion to the City Council for a proposed zoning amendment from Office Medical Business-1 District to OMB-1, to permit the construction of a 4-story, 109 unit extended stay hotel with an additional 2-story, 12,000 square foot building for additional tourist related business uses. At the April 16 meeting, the City Council accepted this petition for review and requested advisory opinions on this proposed amendment from the Planning Board (required) and the DRC. On December 3, 2013, the City Council adopted a resolution of negative declaration of significance under SEQRA and granted a request for rezoning to TRBD. On January 29, 2014, the applicant closed title to property and on April 9, 2014, the applicant submitted the DRC application. We are asking for Mass and Scale approval this evening. Mr. Bounds provided a visual presentation to the Commission. A review of the proposed project including elevations and proposed materials which will be in keeping with the Gateway Overlay District. All rooftop penetrations will be concealed on the roof. Material samples were provided for the Commissions review as well as samples of proposed lighting. Steven Rowland, Chairman, asked if there were any further questions or comments from the Commission. None heard. 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 application of Turf Saratoga South, LLC, 3368 South Broadway that it be approved as submitted or shown on the attached plans for Mass and Scale only. The applicant is to return for final material and detail discussion. 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; Robert West, in favor; Karen Cavotta, in favor; Robert DeMarco, in favor; Georgeanna Lussier, in favor MOTION PASSES: 7-0. 15. 2013.024.1 BURKE BUILDING RESTAURANT PATIO, 19 Church Street, Historic Review of outdoor restaurant within the Transect-6 Urban Core District. Agent: Lisa Platt on behalf of John Muse Ms. Platt stated this is an application for outdoor dining at 19 Church Street, with a pergola. This is a T-6 District and we were very cognizant of maintaining the character of the neighborhood on the front façade with a street presence. We have a retractable roof done in a single color and to be extended only for inclement weather. The intent is for this to be an outdoor room which complements the building at 15 Church Street. Color samples were provided to the Commission for their review. No up lighting will be used on the building. Lighting is proposed above the dining area, outdoor cam lighting plan submitted to the Commission. A water wall feature will be installed on the interior of the front wall. Materials will be a wood exterior fiberboard with a stone base. No guttering proposed at this time. Drainage discussions are being held with the City Engineer. Steven Rowland, Chairman, stated this is a fairly straightforward application and asked if there were any further questions or comments from the Commission. None heard. Karen Cavotta made a motion in the matter of the application of the Burke Building Restaurant Patio, 19 Church Street, be approved with the following conditions: create a solid stone or brick base at the central feature of the main elevation. Robert West seconded the motion. City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – page 9 of 10 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 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approval of Meeting Minutes was deferred until the next Design Review Commission meeting on May 21, 2014. MOTION TO ADJOURN: There being no further business to discuss Steven Rowland, Chairman adjourned the meeting at 11:45 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Diane M. Buzanowski Recording Secretary Approved: June 18, 2014 City of Saratoga Springs Design Review Commission Minutes – Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – page 10 of 10