56 Washington Square South_CofNA_Painting
Salem Historical Commission
98 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970
(978) 619-5685
CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY
It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed:
Construction Moving
Reconstruction Alteration
Demolition x Painting
Signage x Other Work
as described below does not involve an exterior architectural feature or involves a feature covered by the exemptions or
limitations 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: 56 Washington Square South
Name of Record Owner: Duncan Hsu
Description of Work Proposed:
• In-kind painting of house, trim, and shutters.
• In-kind repairs to wood trim and shutters*
• All paint to be hand-scraped
*NOTE: If shutters are removed permanently, the Applicant must return to the Commission for a Certificate of
Appropriateness or Certificate of Hardship.
Not applicable due to in-kind work.
*NOTE: Historic materials and details must be retained and repaired except where material is not salvageable and must be
replaced. If replacement is necessary, new elements must replicate existing details, dimensions and materials. Should any
changes to materials, design or outward appearance be determined necessary, Applicant must submit a new application
for review.
Upon completion of the above work, please notify Historical Commission staff as final sign-off is required to
document compliance with this Certificate and approved plans.
Dated: July 23, 2025 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.