370 Essex Street - C of A - book drop box
Salem Historical Commission
120 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970
(978) 619-5685 FAX (978) 740-0404
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: McIntire
Address of Property: 370 Essex Street
Name of Record Owner: City of Salem/Public Library
Description of Approval of Work:
• Install new book drop box per drawings by Ray Guertin Architect dated 4/3/23 with custom decal in a
more historically appropriate design.
Upon completion of work, please notify Historical Commission staff for final review and sign-off of
Certificate.
Dated: April 11, 2023 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.