Salem Common - C of A - little free library
Salem Historical Commission
98 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)
619-5685
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed:
✓ Construction Moving
Reconstruction Alteration
Demolition ✓ Painting
Signage Other work
as described below will be appropriate to the preservation of said Historic District, as per the requirements set
forth in the Historic District's Act (M.G.L. Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance.
District: Washington Square
Address of Property: Salem Common
Name of Record Owner: City of Salem
Description of Approval of Work:
Install new free-standing Little Free Library structure per attached images and the following condition:
• Final color of structure to be reviewed and approved by Commissioner Joyce prior to
installation.
Upon completion of above approved work, please notify Historical Commission staff as final sign-off is
required to document compliance with this Certificate.
Dated: November 21, 2022 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION
By:
The homeowner has the option not to commence the work (unless it relates to resolving an outstanding
violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated.
THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of
Buildings (or any other necessary permits or approvals) prior to commencing work.
Design and elements of structure
Location of installation