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Design Review Board approves demolition at 151 Van Damme; owner seeks lot‑coverage and plumbing variances for new two‑car garage
Summary
The Design Review Board found the existing rear garage at 151 Van Damme Street not historically significant and approved its demolition. The applicant proposes a new two‑car garage with a second‑floor home gym and a small powder room; the plan will require zoning relief for lot coverage and a second‑floor plumbing fixture.
The Saratoga Springs Design Review Board voted June 26 that the existing detached garage behind 151 Van Damme Street does not contribute to the historic fabric of the UR3 district and approved its demolition. The owner proposes to replace the structure with a new two‑car garage with a second‑floor home gym and a small powder room.
Shawn Corp of Reveal Architecture Design presented photos and a site plan showing the deteriorated existing garage, evidence of spalling concrete, warped framing and a damaged overhead door. Corp told the board the property has experienced sheet‑flow from adjacent higher ground and that the applicant had…
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