2026-08-05 Meeting MinutesDRB
August 5, 2026
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City of Salem Massachusetts
Public Meeting Minutes
Board or Committee: Design Review Board, Special Meeting
Date and Time: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Meeting Location: Virtual Zoom Meeting
DRB Members Present: Chair Paul Durand, Daniel Estes, Marc Perras, and Sarah Tarbet
Others Present: Stephanie Owens, Senior Planner
Recorder: Christine Petryszyn
Projects in the Urban Renewal Area
1. 6 Front Street: Small Project Review – Replacement of 34 windows on the second and third floors of
the property.
Ben Goldberg was present to discuss the proposal:
• The applicant noted that the existing windows are old, wood single pane. He would like to
replace them with a vinyl double pane set with simulated divided lights to match what is
existing.
• The paint would also match the existing color.
• Renderings were shared.
• The windows are on the second and third floor above Orchid, Nocturne, and a coffee house.
• The applicant noted the existing windows are in very poor condition.
• The first-floor windows have all been redone or reglazed. The second-floor windows are in the
worst shape so that want to begin the project with those. A phase 2 is expected. The scope of
work was reduced once cost estimates were received.
• A sample window was shared.
• Mr. Durand noted the proposed mullion thickness is thicker than the original and that there may
be more lights than appropriate for the size of the windows. He believes the proposed windows
will look too heavy for the façade.
• Ms. Tarbet agreed and suggested a window replacement that would be more similar to the
existing.
• The applicant said he would research better options.
• Mr. Perras noted that it is not a full replacement, that some of the existing windows will remain.
• Mr. Durand recommended a window that matches the frame dimensions as well.
• Mr. Perras said it would be helpful to have a drawing for the new window and typical existing
window side by side with dimensions. He said it would also be helpful to see an example of the
window in a brick façade in any building.
• Ms. Tarbet asked about the profile of the existing window frame and whether it matches the
existing. The applicant noted the window was recommended by the contractor.
There were no comments or questions from members of the public.
VOTE: Mr. Perras made a motion to continue with the information requested regarding mullion
pattern sizing and of new proposed as opposed to existing.
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Seconded by Tarbet.
Roll Call: Estes, Perras, Tarbet, and Durand. 4-0 in favor.
Adjournment
VOTE: Ms. Tarbet made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by: Perras. All in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 6:15PM.
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