134 Federal Street - Chimney work and caps - Minor Change
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: McIntire
Address of Property: 134 Federal Street
Name of Record Owner: James Yamada
Description of Approval of Work:
• Repair and repoint chimneys with the following conditions:
o Mortar to be type N mortar: 1/1/6 mix (Portland cement, hydrated lime and sand) to match
existing color, grain size, texture and pointing technique; and
o New brick to match existing in terms of color, size, texture and design.
• Sheet metal caps will be added to each chimney. Any existing additions to chimneys will be replaced as
necessary for the sake of the chimney's integrity.
o Caps will be designed, fabricated, and installed per guidelines set out in "SALEM HISTORICAL
COMMISSION PRACTICE REGARDING CHIMNEY CAPS" document.
Upon completion of above approved work, please notify Historical Commission staff as final sign-off is
required to document compliance with this Certificate.
Dated: October 23, 2024 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.