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A proposed shake-up of Saratoga Springs’ historic preservation rules has locals asking, "what's next?"

Samantha Bosshart of the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation joins Noel and Zac to explain what's on the table, what could change, and what it might mean for the city's future. They unpack the proposed changes to Saratoga’s historic preservation and demolition rules, what they could mean for the city’s character, and why the conversation is bigger than old buildings.

From historic homes and downtown development to affordable housing, neighborhood character, and the future of Saratoga’s iconic streets, we’re breaking down what’s being proposed, what’s at stake, and how residents can make their voices heard.

Plus, Samantha shares her architectural hot takes in a round of This or That: Architecture Edition—from brownstones versus painted ladies to historic mansions versus modern design.

Because preserving Saratoga’s past and building its future don’t have to be mutually exclusive. The question is: how do we do both?

In this episode:

• What the proposed changes to Saratoga Springs’ demolition rules could mean
• Why the city’s historic and architectural review districts matter
• The balance between preservation, development, and affordable housing
• What residents can do to get involved
• Samantha’s architectural hot takes in This or That

Listen in, get informed, and decide where you stand. This is one local conversation worth having.

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