This podcast was created entirely using AI and other software technologies, including AI-generated voices. The content is drawn from actual video and audio of the Zoning Board meeting, which has been summarized to highlight key points.
The goal of this podcast is to help busy citizens of Saratoga Springs stay informed and engaged in our democratic process by providing accessible meeting summaries.
You can view the full video of the meeting here: https://saratogaspringsny.new.swagit.com/videos/349594
In addition to the audio podcast, we’ve also added a new feature, aided by AI, to provide the following summary of projects reviewed during the meeting:
225 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Use variance request to operate an art studio within an existing detached accessory str ucture (garage) in the UR1 district, specifically to teach children's classes. Decision: No Decision. Public Comment: No public comments. Open for public comments at next meeting.
151 Van Dam Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Area variance request for a proposed two-story detached garage in the UR3 district: Building coverage and permission to locate a powder room on the second floor. Decision: No Decision. Public Comment: No public comments. Open for public comments at next meeting.
3 Second Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Area variances for an addition to a single-family residence regarding total lot coverage and rear yard setback. Decision: Approved. Public Comment: No public comments.
65 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Area variance for an addition to an existing single-family residence and a detached gar age regarding maximum combined coverage. Decision: Not Approved. Public Comment: Andy Williams (14 Lafayette Street) objected to the size, mass, and scale of the two-story garage. Leslie Leban (14 Lafayette Street) stated that exceeding lot coverage and building the only two-story garage in the neighborhood would be a detriment to nearby single-family properties.
134 Crescent Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Area variance for rear setback to connect an existing detached garage to an existing single-family residence. Decision: Approved. Public Comment: No public comments.
35 Ash Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Area variances to permit the construction of a two-family dwelling on an undersized lot i n the UR3 district regarding minimum lot size and minimum average width. Decision: Approved. Public Comment: Tyler Russell (31-A Ash Street) expressed strong support for the project.
36 Hyde Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Area variance to permit a full bathroom in an existing detached garage in the UR2 distri ct. Decision: No Decision. Public Comment: Eden and Richard Clay (17th Verge) reiterated their concerns about the building looming ov er their backyard and the windows looking into their bedrooms. Emily Bergman (35 Hyde Street) expressed concerns about the potential for fire. King Bergman (35 Hyde Street) noted that the property listing described a guest suite, yoga, cycling, and golf simulator room in the basement. Open for public comments at next meeting.
31-33 Marion Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Area variances to permit the demolition of an existing service station and construction of a new convenience store, tenant space, and vehicle fueling station. Decision: Approved. Public Comment: John (Maple Avenue) stated his and the neighborhood's objection to granting a variance for the 100% variance for the 250-foot rule. He argued that the front setback variance was excessive and self-imposed.
These updates have also been added to the Saratoga Civic Pulse “Shaping Our City” Interactive Map, which gives you real-time insight into projects reviewed by the Saratoga Springs Planning Board, Design Review Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals.
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