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April 28, 1981
Mr. Augustus J. Chaison
Distribution Engineering Department
Massachusetts Electric
170 Medford St.
Malden, MA 02148
Dear Mr. Chaison,
Enclosed please find a copy of the approved plan for the
burial of 20 tanks for the storage of solvents by Hamlet & Hayes
Co. located in Salem, MA.
If you have any further questions, please call me at 744-4580.
• Sincerely,
Susan Madison
Conservation/Planning Aide
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SALEM PLANNING DEPT. May 29, 1981
Building Inspector R. McIntosh Res Plans submitted 5/27/81
One Salem Green Hamblett & Hayes Co.
Salem, Ma.Green
New Solvent Storage Bldg.
Colonial Road , Salem.
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Plans have been submitted by Connolly Bros, Inc. of 20 Oak St. ,
Beverly, Mass. for substantial alteration of an existing structure
for occupancy as an inside storage room for drums and containers
of flammable and combustible liquids.
Plans as submitted are inadequate for receipt of the stamped
approval of the Salem Fire Prevention Bureau, as of this date.
Plans are designated , Project #8112, Drawing #39 dated March 309 1981.
The Salem Fire Prevention Bureau under provisions of Article 113. 5
of the Mass. State Building Code, hereby disapproves the plans as
submitted and stipulate the following to be included as requirements
for stamped approval.
1. A submission of a site plan with all buildings designated by
a letter, shall be provided with the plans. This occupancy has
currently reached the stage where the number and use of the
buildings requires a complete control and pre-fire plan for
establishment of actions for the protection of life and property,
within the occupancy as well as the adjacent areas. Each Building
shall be marked with the designated "letter" , with the letter
being twelve inches in height, and Red on a White background.
2. All tanks containing any fluid, shall be given a number designation,
and shall be so marked with the twelve inch numeral, in Red on
a White Background,
3. All buildings and tanks shall have prominantly displayed decals
which show the classification of the products stored therin. The
decals shall be the U. N. . Type which comply with 527 CMR 24. 00
4. No smoking signs shall be posted on all buildings which have
storage of flammables or combustibles and on all tank loading
and unloading racks. These signs shall be legible and visible
on all sides of the structure or tank.
5. It shall be noted on the plans submitted that the roof construction
complies with the fire resistance required by Section 913. 2 of
the Mass. State Building Code.
6. All electrical work shall be subject to Section 400. 10 (S. B. C. )
and 527CMR12. 00
Page #21 Report of disapproval of plans for Hamblett & Hayes Co,
Project #8112, dated March 30, 1981.
7. The roof shall be provided with an explosion relief system, per
Sections 401. 10 401. 2, 401. 3 and 401.4 of the Mass. State
Building Code. This venting system shall be included for
plan approval.
8. Fire Protection shall be required as followst
a. A fire cabinet shall be provided on the exterior of the
structure which shall contain at least one 20BC rated
CO fire extinguisher and one 20BC rated Dry Chemical
fire extinguisher.
b. An approved dry type sprinkler system shall be required for
this occupancy, under provisions of Section 1202. 6 of the
Mass. State Building Code. Said sprinkler system shall
be installed under provisions of Section 1204. 0, with plans
submitted for stamped approval of the Salem Bire Dept.
A Fire Department Connection will be required under provisions
of Section 1213. 0 of the State Building Code.
c. An approved fire alarm system, with connection to the
City of Salem Fire Alarm office is deemed necessary at
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tito provide the earl notification necessary
to ensure public safety and provide early warning upon
activation of any fire supression systems required. This
system shall also include local manual fire alarm stations
situated on each structure, with audible and visual warning
devices for notification of occupants in the complex. The
system shall be provided with a graphic annunciator located
at the building situated near the main gateg and shall be
as approved by the Salem Fire Department. This fire alarm
system shall be installed to protect the entire complex and
shall provide for connections from devices on all buildings
and structures.
9. All exterior walls shall be shown on the plan in sufficient
clarity and detail to permit approval of the wall as an enclosure
for interior storage of flammables. Ref. Section 906. 0 (S. B. C. ).
It is especially to be noted that all wooden overhead doors and
other openings shall meet the requirements for a H Use Group
Occupancy.
10. Plans shall show the designated egresses on the floor plan,
per table 607 and Section 609. 2 of the State Building Code.
11. A minimum of a six inch raised sill, with a double ramp or
grate covered trench across any door opening.
12. No heating equipment shall be permitted in this structure.
13. An u'pdated maximum anticipated inventory of Flammable, Combustible,
and/or Hazardous material, as stored in designated buildings and
storage tanks, shall be provided the Salem Fire Prevention Bureau,
to determine the exact total storage under provisions of the
existing license. This inventory shall be provided the Salem
Fire Prevention Bureau, annually, on or before April 1, each year.
Page #3s Report of disapproval of plans for Hamblett & Hayes Co.
Project #8112, dated March 30, 1981.
14. Plans shall be resubmitted, including plans for installation
of all fire protection and alarm devices listed above, to the
Salem Fire Prevention Bureau for stamped approval, before
any construction is started.
15. The projected increase in use and occupancy of this complex
including the proposed 200, 000 gallons of Flammable liquid
storage underground , make it necessary to bring this complex under
current recognized standards for fire safety and 'the protection
of life and property within the City of Salem.
Respectfuy submVO
ed, ,/ _
Ca ain David J. i,`n�/%Pg U
Salem Fire Marshal
Approved byd a
ames F. Brennan, Fire Chief
ccs Hamblett & Hayes, Co.
Salem Electrical Department
Salem Health Department
Salem Planning Department
Connolly Bros. Beverly, Mass.
Zampell Bros, Const, Co. Beverly, Mass.
file
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c Form 3
WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT RECEIVED
MASSACHUSETTS C.L. C. 131 s. 40 --
'81 MAR 16 P12 :08
NOTICE OF INTENT CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
SF.�k.l, � �f "•''.
All parts of this form and the attached Environmental Data
Form shall be completed under the pains and penalties of perjury.
Incomplete filings may be rejected.
DATE:
Conservation Commission of (City/Town) : _C&6o
1. Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provi-
sions of Massachusetts C.L. c. 131, s. 40 that the
proposed activity described herein is within the juris-
diction of /
City/Town S le-/77 4&�.5 , at U�D/7/dL comet•
Most recent recording at the Registry of c55rX C[vltii•y; MASS .
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Book _4_575- Page
Certificate (if registered)
2. The land on which the work is proposed to be done is owned
by:
NAME(s) ADDRESS fO�,a i �<7�J Sd�PIIJ /yg5s.
3. The applicant submitting this
' Notice is: 7
NAME�ja�'J�jlf=f y�//rS �t7• , ADDRESS 66 I&21,i7111_Ql�r/PiJ J,Mass.
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TELEPHONE J7-_ 3 Zee
(Optional) The following person is hereby designated to
repreen t e app qqrq in matters arising hereunder:
ADDRESS COuwdL 12b WFM A&f;5
TELEPHONE 7ilr-3700
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Form 3 continued
4. Plans describing and defining the work, included herewith
and made a part hereof, are titled and dated:
NelV S4VVei7l Sforgr e T:::7/-7h
7��sf�7/ fi01-7
5. Identical material has been submitted by certified mail
as follows:
Original to Conservation Commission - (DATE) _
Three copies to appropriate regional office of the Depart-
ment of Environmental Quality Engineering (see map for
regions and addresses) . Date
NORTHEAST SOUTHEAST CENTRAL WESTERN
6. Has the required $25.00 filing fee, payable to the city or
town, been included with the submission to the Conservation
Cominlsn foil? y�S .
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7. Has the Environma-rill Data Form been completed and submitted
with each copy? Vq5
B. Has a locus map (81" x 11" copy of USCS topographic sheet
with the site marked) been included with each copy? Y45
9A. Have all obtainable permits, variances, and approvals
required by local by-law been obtained? V105 `-
B. If they have not been obtained, have they been applied for?
If yes, include with the Notice of Intent any
information which has been submitted with such applications
which is necessary to describe the effect. of the proposed
activity on the environment.
1.0A. Ts the site of the proposed work subject to n wetland
rostrictlon order rcc•orded pursuant to G.L. c. 131, s. 4OA,
or C.L. c. 130, s. 1.05, by the Department of Environmental
Management? YES t/ NO , Do Not Know
B. Is the site of the proposed work in. or within 100 feet of:
a coastal dune p0 ; coastal bank lZo _; coastal beach NO ;
salt marsh r& ; land under the ocean ;?&--; a salt pond o; /
anadromous/catadromous fish run /70 ; -' r�0
knew / '�/�_ /r;/"j
zoso�
11. Sign re(s) ofer(s) of the land (if by agent or option
holes ritte .a4th/oy'-; '000n must be attached)
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(Form 3 continued)
12. What is the purpose of the proposed project?
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13. 1 HEREBY CERTIFY UNDER THE PAINS AND PENALTIES OF PERJURY
THAT THE FOREGOING NOTICE OF INTENT AND ACCOMANYING
ENV MENTAL DA A F0� AND CO�LETBr..
Signature of Applicant Date
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Fon,, 3 contLnued
WETLANDS PROTECTION ACI
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA FOR14
I. All parts of this form are to be filled out by the applicant
or his agent under the provisions of G.L. C. 131, s. 40.
2. Where a section is not relevant to the application in ques-
tion, the words "Not Applicable" should be entered on the
appropriate line.
NAME OF APPLICANT
---- - A/ani b!_r'-f flj/a. rs Co
ADDRESS OF APPLICANT /1'6 Vd, SaWeFl 1 7 5 s
MUNICIPALITIES
�WHERE ACTIVITY IS PROPOSED AND NOTICE IS FILED
DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY INVOLVED IN -
APPLICATION (including the dimensions
of any existing buildings, decks, marinas,
existing cesspools)
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DESCRIPTION OF MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED
ON THE SITE, including grading, dredging,
removal of vegetation, etc. J -
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A. SOILS
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1. United States Department of
Aar-!�,il.ture Sot ! Types (show on map)
2. Perm--,bility of soil on the site. (Dates of testing.)
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3. Rate of percolation of water through
the soil. (Dates of testing. )
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B. SURFACE WATERS
1. Distance of site from nearest
surface water. (Date of measurement.)
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(Form 3, continued)
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2. Soarcels of runoff water.
3. Rate ofIrunoff from the site.
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4. Destinatiop of runoff water.
5. Chemical additives to runoff
N (' water o^ `4t site.
C. / 'GROUND COVER
1. Extent of existing impervious
A1I ground cover on the site.
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2. Extent of proposed impervious
ground cover on the site.
3. Extent of existing vegetative
cover on the site.
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4. Extent of proposed vegetative
cover nn tyle site.
D. TOPOGRAPHY
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1. Maximum existing elevation on site.
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2. Minimum existing elevation on site.
3. Maximum proposed elevation of site.
4. Minimum proposed elevation of site.
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5. Descriptio of proposed change in topography.
(Form 3, continued)
E. GROUND WATER
1. Minimum death to water table on site (at time of filing)
A2. Maximum depth to water table on site (at time of filing)
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F. WATER SUPPLY
1. The source of the water to be provided to the-site.
2. The expected .,ater requirements (g.p..d•) for the site.
3. I The uses to which water will be put.
G. SEWAGE DISPOSAL
1. Sewage disposal system (description
and location on the site, of system)
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2. Expected content of the sewage
/ effluents (human waste, pesticides,
\- detergents, oils, heavy metals,
,{{other chemicals)
. Expected daily volume of sewage.
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P. SOLID WASTE
1. Estimated quantity of solid waste
to be developed on the site.
2. thod for disposal of solid waste.
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3. Plans for recycling of solid waste.
I. BOAT YARDS, DOCKS, MARINAS
1. Capacity of marina (number of
/boats„ running feet)
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(Form 3, cout:.iuucd)
2. Description of docks and floats
(slte, 41mFnslons) .
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3. Description of sewage pumpout
facilities (type of waste disposal) .
4. Description of fueling facilities
and fuel storage tanks.
5. Description of fuel spill prevention
measures and eq+ripment
J. IMPACT OF PROPOSED ACTION APPLIED FOR
I_ E'f fec is on plant species
A (`upland and marina) .
2./V Effects on marine species (shellfish, finfish) .
3. Effects on drainage and runoff
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4. Effects on siltation of surface waters.
5. Effects on groundwater quality.
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6. Effects on s-rface water quality.
K. ALTP.RNATI VES TO PROPOSED ACTION
1. Describe alternatives to the
requested action
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2. Describe the benefits of the requested
action over the alternatives.
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THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Department of Environmental Quality Engineering
Metropolitan Boston - Northeast Region
323 New Boston Street, Woburn, MA 01801
DATE: D7a€';;h 19, 1.9€1
TOWN: zaiva
FILE NUMBER ASSIGNED: 64--71
This Department is in receipt of an 'application under General Laws, Chapter
131, Section 40.
Applicant: Hamblot r, gi iy c;a r.-a.
Colonial V'n9d
SalemMP 01992;"
Owner of land (if different)
This project is located on: Colonial Drive - Stotage of Tank
( ) No File Number has been assigned since the filing
as received is considered incomplete.
Please submit the following:
Notice of Intent ( )
Plans ( )
Locus Map ( )
Correct Forms ( )
William J. St. Hilaire, P.E.
Regional Environmental Engineer
Metropolitan Boston-Northeast Region
CITY OF SALEM, HASSACnUSETTS
APPLICA'T'ION
SPECIAL PERMIT RECEIVED
WETLANDS AND FLOOD HAZARD DISTRICTS
'8 MAR 16 P12 :08
Applicant: /� /l17 �� t E V e/S C�• CI Y CLERK'S OFFICE
Address ( *ol n o I.a 1��0 c� ��c/ (P G71, ILIc755 . SP&i�t'§ 'aerk stamp
Telephone: / I -` 3`TTC��
Owner: f� CZl1/7l-)[ E' / Hc� V 'S co
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Address ("Cl/IYlid P0cLJ w I`' � SS .
Location of Property: 1Z T J /
Project Description:
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I. It has been determined by the Building Inspector that the above property
lies in the following area(s) :
A. Wetlands District
Wetlands ( ✓) Buffer Zone ( )
B. • Flood Hazard District
Zone A ( ) Zone A3 ( ) Zone V3 ( )
II. Information required includes this application and the following additional
information (file one copy of everything with the City Clerk and five
copies with the Planning Board ; all copies must be stamped by the City Clerk) :
A. A site plan at a scale of 1" equals 20' prepared by a registered
land surveyor or registered professional engineer and showing at
least the following:
1. Lot lines within which the development is proposed and the tie-
in to the nearest road intersection;
2. The location, boundaries, and dimensions of each lot in question;
3. Two-foot contours of the existing and proposed land surface;
4. Location of existing and proposed structures, water-courses,
drainage and drainage easements, means of access, utilities,
and sewer disposal facilities including leaching fields, if
any. Proposed elevations, should be noted.
5. Boundaries of all districts, areas and zones as noted in
Section I.
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B. In the Wetlands District, a determination by a qualified engineer
of the seasonal high water table, performed during the last two
weeks. of March or the first three weeks of April. A minimum of
two percolation tests for each leaching area shall be performed.
C. In cases of flood-proofing or pile construction, certification
by a registered professional engineer or architect as to the
elevation of flood-proofing measures and as to compliance with the
applicable sections of the Massachusetts State Building Code
concerned with flood depths, pressures, velocities, impact and
uplift forces, and other factors associated with the base flood.
Where specific methods or techniques have been previously certi-
fied, the Planning Board may waive. this requirement.
D. A list of Federal, State, and other local permits required by the
applicant.
E. Descriptions relative to all conditions applicable in Section III
below.
IZI. Conditions (Complete those sections indicated (r.) by the Building Inspector)
In the Wetlands and Flood Hazard Districts no structure or building,
including pipes and wells, shall be erected, constructed, substantially
improved, enlarged, or otherwise created or moved; no area shall be
paved; no earth or other material shall be stored, dumped, used as
fill, excavated, or transferred; and no sediment shall be caused to
be discharged from or onto a wetland, unless all the following condi-
tions are found to exist as part of the granting of a Special Permit by
the Planning Board (Use additional pages if necessary) :
A. All Districts:
(X) 1. The proposed use will comply in all respects to the uses and .
provisions of the underlying District in which the land is
located. Yes V No
(X) 2. There is adequate convenience and safety of vehicular and pedes-
trian movement within the site, and in relation to adjacent
streets and property, particularly in the event of flooding
of the lot(s) or adjacent lot(s) caused by either overspill
from water bodies or high runoff.
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(X) 3. Utilities, including gas, electricti.ty, fuel, coater, and
sewage disposal, shall be located and constructed so as to
protect against breaking, leaking, shortcircuiting, grounding
or igniting or any other damage due to flooding. (Provide
details)
(X) 4. The cumulative effect of the proposed development or use, when
combined with all other existing and anticipated development
will not obstruct or divert flood flow; substantial)
and uses wi Y
reduce natural flood-water storage capacity in the local
drainage area;-destroy valuable habitat for wildlife including
fisheries or shellfisheries; adversely affect groundwater
resources or increase storm water run-off velocity so that
wager levels on other land are substantially raised or the
danger from flooding increased.
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B. Wetlands District:
( ) 1. The proposed development or use shall not include the storage
of salt, chemicals, petroleum products or other contaminating
substances or discharge of any polluting liquids or materials
into streams, brooks or wetlands. (The polluting effects of
R substances on the Wetlands are to be gauged by the "Rules and
Regulations for the Establishment of Minimum Water Quality
Standards and for the Protection of the Quality and Value of
Water Resources" of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. )
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( ) 2. The floor level of areas to be occupied by human beings as
living or work space shall be four (4) feet or more above
the seasonal high water table.
( ) 3. if the basement floor level is below the seasonal high water
table and affords the possibility of humah occupancy at some
future date, although not originally intended, adequate
perimeter drainage and foundation shall be installed to with-
stand the effect of pressure and seepage. Furnace and utilities
are to be protected from the effects of leaching. (Provide details)
Applies ( ) Does not Apply
( ) 4. If the lot is to be served by an on lot septic system, the
leaching area designed for use, as well as a reserved area
for future expansion or total future use, shall be plotted with
dimensions on the site plan, and the leaching areas shall not
be constructed where the seasonal high water table is less
than 4 feet below the bottom of the leaching areas.
Applies ( ) See site plan
Does not apply
C. Flood Hazard District (all zones) :
( ) 1. The floor of the basement, or if none, the lowest floor of
new construction or substantial improvement of structures for
residential uses shall be at or above the 100 year flood level.
( ) 2. The floor of the basement, or if none, the lowest floor of
new construction or substantial improvement of structures for non-
residential uses shall be at or above the 100 year flood level
or the structures shall be flood-proofed to that level in
compliance with the applicable requirements of the Massachusetts
State Building Code. Flood-proofing measures shall insure
that the structure is watertight and that structural components
have the capability of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic
loads and the effects of bouyancy.
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D. Flood Hazard District, Coastal High Hazard Area (Zone V3) :
( ) 1. New structures or substantial improvements shall be located
landward of the reach of Mean High Tide.
( ) 2. New structures or substantial improvements shall be elevated
on adequately anchored pilings or columns, and securely
anchored to such pilings or columns so that the lowest
portion of the structural members of the lowest floor (ex-
cluding the pilings or columns) is elevated to or above the 100
year flood level. Space below the lowest floor shall be free
of fixed obstruction. (Provide details)
( ) 3. The support of new structures or substantial improvements shall
not be, in whole or in part, by the use of fill. (Provide details)
IV. Procedure
The Planning Board shall, within 7 days after the filing of this
application, transmit one copy of said application, plans and all 'other
submitted information to the Inspector of Buildings, City Engineer, Board
of Health and Conservation Commission who may, at their discretion,
investigate the application and report in writing their recommendation
to the Planning Board. The Planning Board shall not take final action
on such application until it has received a report thereon from the
Inspector of Buildings, City Engineer, Board of Health and Conservation
Commission or until thirty-five (35) days have elapsed after dis-
tribution of such application without a submission of a report. The
Planning Board Shall hold a Public Hearing on said application as soon
as possible after receiving the above reports, in accordance with
Chapter 40A of the Massachusetts General Laws. The Planning Board
shall notify the applicant in writing of its decision on the special
permit. The decision shall document the proposed development or use
and the grounds for granting or refusing the special permit. The
Planning Board may, as a condition of approval, require that the appli-
cant give effective notice to prospective purchasers, by signs or
by recording the special permit at the Registry of Deads, of the wet-
land or flood hazard conditions associated with said premises and the
steps undertaken by the petitioner or his successor in title to
alleviate the effects of same.
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