Shade StructureDesign Review Board Recommendation
Small Project Review - SRA-24-1
Address of Project: 289 DERBY STREET
Meeting Date:March 27, 2024
Members Present:Paul Durand, David Jaquith, Leeann Leftwich, Catherine Miller, Elizabeth Murray, Marc
Perras, Sarah Tarbet
Members Absent:None
Decision:The DRB recommends approval of the revised project as presented and conditioned herein.
Referenced Plans and Documents:
- Application package prepared by CBA Landscape Architects, 24 Thorndike Street, Cambridge, MA 02141 dated
1/31/24.
Revised detail sheet showing new column shape provided by Shade Systems, 4150 S. W. 19 Street, Ocala, FL,
34474, dated 3/5/24.
Conditions of Approval:
- Consistency with Approved Design/Plans: Should the applicant determine that the project may not be completed
as presented and conditioned herein, he/she/they shall return to the DRB to review proposed modifications prior to
making any changes in the field.
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The structure, when the shades are removed for the winter season, shall be decorated with string lights or
some other feature so that it does not look stark without the shade sails.
The color of the beams shall match the color of the pergola structure.
Findings:
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Members found that the project as revised and with the proposed conditions is consistent with the goals and
objectives of the Downtown Renewal Plan.
Members also found that the design of the structure is consistent with the design guidelines and standards of
the Downtown Renewal Plan and will not have a detrimental impact on the neighboring businesses or the urban
renewal area.
Signature of the DRB: By the signature below, I certify that this recommendation accurately reflects the actions of
the Design Review Board.SRA-24-1
Paul Durand, Chair Date Signed: March 28, 2024
1/31/24, 3:15 PM SRA-24-1
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City of Salem, MA 1/31/2024
SRA-24-1
SRA-Urban Renewal Area
- Small Project Review
Status: Active
Submitted On: 1/31/2024
Primary Location
289 DERBY STREET
SALEM, MA 01970
Owner
CITY OF SALEM
98 WASHINGTON STREET
SALEM, MA 01970
Applicant
Kathryn Newhall-Smith
978-619-5685
knewhallsmith@salem.com
98 Washington Street
Salem, MA 01970
Additional Applicant Info
Is the owner the applicant?Is there more than one owner?
Who is the point of contact for this application?
Kate Newhall-Smith
Project Information
Project Name/Title
Charlotte Forten Park Shade Structure
Project Description*
Existing Structure's Square Footage *
0
Proposed Structure's Square Footage*
0
Permanent shade structure with seasonal shade sails installed at the park.
1/31/24, 3:15 PM SRA-24-1
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Is there a proposed change to the existing
structure's footprint?
Estimated time schedule for completing project*
Spring 2024
Does your project propose a change(s) to the
existing site plan?
Does your project propose landscaping changes?
Does your project propose a change to the building's
facade?
The City of Salem encourages the inclusion of Public Art in project proposals.
Public Art proposals must be presented to the Public Art Commission for
consideration as part of this application's formal approval process.
Public Art is loosely defined as any artistic installation on the grounds or exterior
spaces of the property.
Will your project include a proposal for Public Art?*
No
Do you have a plan in place for Public Art at this
location?*
No
If you would like assistance or suggestion for developing public art for this location
please contact Julie Barry, Senior Planner of Arts and Culture Planning Email Julie
Signature
Digital Signature
Kathryn Newhall-Smith
Jan 31, 2024
IMPORTANT: The footings sizes provided are estimated only. Depending on local conditions, actual engineered concrete footings may be substantially larger than estimates provided herein. Shade Systems is not responsible for actual engineered footings sizes differing from the estimates given or for any additional concrete installation costs which may be incurred by you as a result thereof.
Construction Documents
January 31, 2024
Salem, MA
289 Derby Street
CHARLOTTE FORTEN PARK SHADE
DRAWING LIST - Project No. 2309
L-1 Existing Conditions & Demolition Plan
L-2 Materials & Layout Plan
L-3 Lighting Plan (Add Alternate #1)
L-4 Site Details
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January 2024 | Charlotte Forten Park - Salem, MA CBA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS LLC
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