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43 BOSTON STREET - ZBA -t3Bos�an S'�e.�- . _ __ \ �- - _ _ s, V6, Zoning Board Proiect Status Sheet f Address & Applicant: Date Submitted to BOA: r3 Clerk Stamp: Variances Only - Constructive Approval Date: (100 daps from r1filg) Abutters List Requested: in' Abutters Notice Sent: I/Notice to Abutting Cities & Towns, Councillors: d Legal Notice posted at City Hall: (14 daps before meeting) _ /Legal Notice Emailed & Confirmed: d Legal Notice Posted on Web: r� Agenda to Applicant: Applicant's email address or fax number to send agenda: . Opened at Meeting: 2r,2�i5 Continued Meetings: Extension Form(s) Signed & Clerk Stamped? Closed at Meeting: � � � S Decision: Decision Filed: o S Appeal Period Over: j 1, _ after dreision filed) O (ffSS (21"dap /Decision Sent to Applicant: t5 Notice of Decision Sent to abutters,-'cities towns, councillors: ZBA ACTION FORM BOARD MEMBERS MOTIONSECOND VOTE Date: `rl/6/ S Rebecca Curran (Chair) Mike Duffy Petitioner: �u.�or �`5P1 Tom Watkins )C Peter Copelas Address: / 3_Plos-a 5'�,rJ Jimmy Tsitsinos Jim Hacker(Alt.) Paul Viccica (Alt.) Total: —J Conditions: ®Petitioner shall comply with all city and state statutes,ordinances, codes and regulations. © All construction shall be done as per the plans and dimensions submitted to and approved by the Building Commissioner. ®All requirements of the Salem Fire Department relative to smoke and fire safety shall be strictly adhered to. ®Petitioner shall obtain a building permit prior to beginning any construction. © Exterior finishes of the new construction shall be in harmony with the existing structure. ❑A Certificate of Occupancy is to be obtained. A Certificate of Inspection is to be obtained. ❑ Petitioner shall obtain street numbering from the City of Salem Assessor's Office and shall display said number so as to be visible from the street. ® ❑Petitioner is to obtain approval from any City Board or Commission having jurisdiction including,but not limited to, the Planning Board. ❑Unless this Decision expressly provides otherwise, any zoning relief granted does not empower or authorize the Petitioner to demolish or reconstruct the structure(s)located on the subject property to an extent of more than fifty percent (50%)of its floor area or more than fifty percent (50%)of its replacement cost at the time of destruction. If the structure is demolished by any means to an extent of more than fifty percent(50%)of its replacement cost or more than fifty percent(50%) of its floor area at the time of �q destruction, it shall not be reconstructed except in conformity with the provisions of the Ordinance. / El ❑ ONUIT - C CITY OF SALEM MASSACHUSETTS 1! BOARD OF APPEAL \' iMINED 120 WASHINGTON STREET♦ SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS of;$b5 SEP 30 p 2: 20 KIMBERLEY DiuscoLL TELE:978-745-9595 ♦ FAX:978-740-9846 MAYOR CITY CL FILE ## ERM, SALEM, MASS, September 30, 2015 Decision City of Salem Board of Appeals Petition of HARBORLIGHT COMMUNITY PARTNERS, seeking a Special Permit requesting relief from Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to change from one nonconforming use to another, less detrimental, nonconforming use to allow a change from a rooming house to a multifamily residential dwelling unit located at the property of 43 BOSTON STREET (Map 15 Lot 302) (132 Zoning District). Peter Copelas recused himself from the proceedings due to a potential conflict or perception of conflict of interest. { A public hearing on the above Petition was opened on September 16, 2015 pursuant to M.G.L Ch. 40A, g 11. The hearing was closed on that date with the following Salem Board of Appeals members present: Rebecca Curran (Chau),Jimmy Tsitsinos,Tom Watkins, and Paul Viccica. The Petitioner seeks a Special Permit from the provisions of Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance, from one nonconforming use to another, less detrimental, nonconforming use to allow a change from a rooming house to a multifamily residential dwelling unit. Statements of fact: 1. In the petition date-stamped August 25, 2015, the Petitioner requested a Special Permit per Sec. 3.3. Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance, from one nonconforming use to another, less detrimental, nonconforming use to allow a change from a rooming house to a multifamily residential dwelling unit. 2. Mr. Andrew Defranza, Executive Director of Harborlight Community Partners presented the petition. 3. The existing building serves as a rooming house and has twenty (20) rooms with shared bathroom facilities. The building is dimensionally nonconforming and covers almost the entire lot. There are no off-street parking spaces at this location and there is no space on the property to have off-street parking. 4. The petitioner proposes to reduce the density of the building occupancy by reducing the number of rooms from twenty (20) rooms and shared bathrooms to convert the existing space into twelve (12) small studio apartments with accessible units on the first floor and also provide a common space and office. 5. The footprint of the building is not proposed to change. The petitioner proposes to restore the building, update windows, improve the front fagade and exterior of the building as presented in elevation plans titled "HCP Boston Street #43" dated September 14, 2015 by Siemasko &Verbridge, Beverly,MA. City of Salem Board of Appeals September 30,2015 Project:43 Boston Street Page 2 of 3 6. The petitioner proposes to have management offices, a manager that will visit the property daily and a case worker that will be available to residents on an on-call basis. 7. The petitioner held a neighborhood meeting and received comments that neighbors requested the removal of an existing billboard in the vicinity of the property. The petitioner does not own the billboard, but expressed interest in working with the owner for the possible removal of the billboard. 8. The requested relief, if granted, would allow the petitioner to alter or structurally change a non- conforming structure to allow the enclosure of an existing covered porch. 9. At the public hearing, no (0) members of the public spoke in support and no (0) members spoke in opposition to the petition. The Salem Board of Appeals, after careful consideration of the evidence presented at the public hearing, and after thorough review of the petition, including the application narrative and plans, makes the following findings: Findings for Special Permit: The petitioner has demonstrated that the change from a nonconforming rooming house to a proposed multifamily residential use is less detrimental to the neighborhood than the existing nonconforming use. 1. The social, economic and community needs served by this proposal is positive and will continue to serve the same population as currently served. 2. There are no changes to the impacts on traffic flow and safety,including parking and loading. 3. The capacity of the utilities is not affected by the project. 4. There are no impacts on the natural environment,including drainage. 5. The proposal would improve the existing neighborhood character as the petitioner proposes to decrease density, significantly invest in the restoration of the property, and improve management and access to services for occupants. 6. The potential fiscal impact,including impact on the City tax base is positive. On the basis of the above statements of facts and findings, the Salem Board of Appeals voted four (4) in favor (Rebecca Curran (Chair),Jimmy Tsitsinos, , Tom Watkins and Paul Viccica) and none (0) opposed, to approve the requested Special Permit to allow a change from a nonconforming rooming house to a less detrimental nonconforming use of a multifamily residential dwelling unit subject to the following terms, conditions and safeguards: Standard: 1. Petitioner shall comply with all city and state statues, ordinances, codes and regulations. 2. All construction shall be done as per the plans and dimensions submitted to and approved by the Building Commissioner. 3. All requirements of the Salem Fire Department relative to smoke and fire safety shall be strictly adhered to. 4. Petitioner shall obtain a building permit prior to beginning any construction. 5. Exterior finished of the new construction shall be in harmony with the existing structure. 6. A Certificate of Inspection is to be obtained. ..r City of Salem Board of Appeals September 30,2015 Project 43 Boston Street Page 3 of 3 7. Petitioner is to obtain approval from any City Board or Commission having jurisdiction including, but not limited to the Planning Board. Special Conditions: 1. The petitioner shall make an effort to work with the owner of the billboard to remove it. 2. The applicant, its successors or assigns shall use the property as presented to the Board including providing management offices, a manager that will visit the property daily and a case worker that will be available to residents on an on-call basis. If there is a change to the use and/or management the applicant,its successors or assigns shall return to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Rebecca Curran, Chau Board of Appeals A COPY OF THIS DECISION HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE PLANNING BOARD AND THE CITY CLERK Appeal firm this decision, if arty, shall be made pursuant to Section 17 of the Massachusetts General Laver Chapter 40A, and.shall be filed within 20 days of filing of this der on in the office of the City Clerk. Pursuant to the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A, Section 11, the Variance or Special Permit granted berein shall not take eea until a copy of the decision bearing the certificate of the City Clerk has been fled with the Essex South Registry of Deeds. CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BOARD OF APPEALS 0 It PETITION FORM �s CITY OF SALEM MASSACHUSETTS BOARD of APPEA S 2015-AUG 25 P` 1 44` G� q 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3Rn FZOOR SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970 FILE `n CITY CLEM, SALEK MASS. MfNBD� Thomas St.Pierre,Director of Inspectional Services Phone:978-619-5641 /1ax:978-740-9846 KaisERLEY DRISCOLL Erin Schaeffer,Staff Planner A MAYOR Phone:978-619-5685/Fax:97 8-740-0404 111 111 AAA��E��C.../// D TO THE BOARD OF APPEALS: AUG 2 5 2015 The Undersigned represent that he/she is/are the owners of a certain parcel of land located @! PWgDFlp M iIgG�&a control. 43 Boston Street B-2 COMAllmTyDe&"mENT Address: Zoning District: An application is being submitted to the Board of Appeal for the following reason(s): This statement must describe what you propose to build,the dimensions,the zone property is in,and the zoning requirements.(Example: Lam proposing to construct a 10'x 10'one story addition to my home located at 3 Salem Lane, in the R-2 Zoning District. The Zoning Ordinance requires the minimum depth of the rear yard to be 30 feet. The current depth of my rear yard is 32 feet;the proposed addition would reduce the depth of the rear yard to 22 feet.) We are proposing to restructure an existing non conforming rooming house in the business highway district (b-2) . The footprint of the building would remain as it is. 'We would reduce the density from 20 rooms to 10-15 small studio apartments for the formerly homeless. The shell would remain the same size. We would be changing from an existing non confirminc use to a less dense non confirming use while investing significant resources into the rehabilitation ot tne building and improving the For this reason I am requesting: property management and supportive service structure. O Variance(s)from provisions of Section of the Zoning Ordinance,specifically from (i.e. minimum depth of rear yard). What is allowed is (ft?sq ft?stories? %?), and what I am proposing is 0?sq ft?stories?%?). 3 - 3 .2 and 9 .4 change f rom the current (A A Special Perms[under Section of the Zorting Ordinance in order to g non conforming rooming house to a less dense non conforming multi family building O Appeal of the Decision of the Building Inspector(described below): ( )Comprehensive Permit for construction of low or moderate income housing(describe below): Current Property Use:Rooming House Are Lot Dimensions Included?( )Yes (x)No Why? o change proposed (Example:Two Family Home) to footprint . The Undersigned hereby petitions the Board of Appeals to vary the terms of the Salem Zoning Ordinance and allow the project to be constructed as per the plans submitted,as the enforcement of said Zoning By-Laws would involve practical difficulty or unnecessary hardship to the Undersigned and relief may be granted without substantially derogating from the intent and purpose of the Zoning Ordinance. w CITY OF SALEM; MASSACHUSETTS BOARD OF APPEALS PETTTION FORM The following written statement has been submitted with this application: O For all Variance requests a written Statement of Hardship demonstrating the following must be attached: a) Special conditions and circumstances that especially affect the land,building,or structure involved, generally not affecting other lands,buildings,and structures in the same district; b) Literal enforcement of the provisions of the Ordinance would involved substantial hardship to the applicant;and c) Desirable relief may be granted without substantial detriment to the public good,and without nullifying or substantially derogating from the intent of the district or the purpose of the ordinance. (xl For all Special Permit requests a Statement of Grounds must be attached.An application for a special permit for a nonconforming use or structure shall include a statement demonstrating how the proposed change shall not be substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use to the neighborhood in accordance with Section 9.4 Special Permits. Such a statement should include reference to the following criteria: a) Social,economic,or community needs served by the proposal; b) Traffic flow and safety,including parking and loading; c) Adequacy of utilities and other public services; d) Impacts on the natural environment,including drainage; e) Neighborhood character;and f) Potential fiscal impact,including impact on City tax base and employment. O For all Comprehensive Permits for construction of low or moderate income applicants should refer to M.G.L. Ch.40B §20-23. Previous applications to the Board of Appeals involving this property have been submitted with this petition form. The Building Commissioner can provide documentation ofprevious applications to the petitioner or his representative. Harborlight Community Partners Ifdfferentfrophpetitioner. Petitioner: Property Owner:43 Boston St. Realty Trust Address:PO Box 507 Beverly 01915 Address: Telephone: 978-922-1305 x207 Telephone: Email:adef ranza@harborl ight cp.orgmail: Signature: Signature: Letter attached (Attached consent letter is also acceptable) Date: 8/21/15Y Date. 8/20/15 If different from petitioner: Representative: A TRUE Address: ATTEST Telephone: Signature: Date: CITY CLERK DATE DPCD DATE This original application must be ftled with the City Clerk. 43 Boston Street Realty Trust and Hilltop Manor Realty Trust August 24,2015 Zoning Board of Appeals City of Salem 120 Washington Street Salem MA 01970 RE:43 and 179 Boston Street Special Permit Application Dear Members of the Board, Please accept this letter as our permission for Harborlight Community Partners' to submit a special permit application to change the uses at 43 and 179 Boston Streets from one non conforming use to another less detrimental non conforming use. We are the current owners of both properties. Harborlight Community Partners has an agreement to purchase them. We are giving them permission to file special permit applications for both buildings as a part of their efforts. Sincerely, i f Paul R. Dacey Trustee. Ernest es Gaines Trus e 43 Boston Street Request for a Special Permit to Change From One Non Conforming Use to a Less Detrimental Non Confirming Use Statement of Grounds Our request here is to change from a non conforming existing use (rooming house)to a different non conforming use (multi family building)which will not be substantially more detrimental than the existing nonconforming use and should be substantially improved.The existing non confirming use involves 20 rooms with shared bathrooms and no on site management office or social service office.The proposed non confirming use would involve 10-15 studio apartments with bathrooms and kitchenettes in each unit, no shared bathrooms, and a staff office on site. Also the property management company that is proposed is the locally based non profit organization that is also the developer.The proposed use is to provide permanent, affordable, service enriched housing for the formerly homeless.The current use has a population that is very similar to the proposed population but without an on site social service program and staffing. • Community needs which are served by the proposal: o The change in use will provide a much needed affordable housing setting with on site services for the formerly homeless. This is an effective approach to responding to local needs for the homeless. o The change will also reduce density from 20 to between 10-15 depending on architectural options. • Traffic flow and safety,including parking and loading: o The unit density is declining which would improve the current condition for parking, traffic, and loading. • Adequacy of utilities and other public services: o The building is existing with utilities and services in place. o The reduction in density will reduce the impact on utility use and services use. o The presence of a supportive service plan and a more active and local property management approach should reduce the broad use of public services in the area of policing,fire, and emergency medical approaches. • Neighborhood character: o The building footprint will remain as it is. o The building will also receive significant rehabilitation improvements in the range of $750,000. o Finally the building will be managed locally and more robustly with an easily accessible property manager(s). • Impacts on the natural environment including view: o The building footprint will remain. o The unit count will be reduced with a likely reduction in impact on the environment. o The view will remain unchanged other than the building will be improved. • Potential economic and fiscal impact, including impact on City services,tax base,and employment: o HCP pays taxes on all its projects so real estate taxes at roughly the same or a slightly improved level would continue. o Building permit fees would be paid to the City related to construction. o Supportive services and active local property management will reduce the burden on local City services such as police, fire, and emergency medical response. -„ x 3 +I r s &'.DM15 Unofficial Prapwly Reco d Card v Unofficial Property Record Card -Salem, MA General Property Data Parcell!) 15-0302-0 Account Number , Prior Parcel ID — PropertyOwne, 43 BOSTON STREET REALTY TRUST Property Location 43 BOSTON STREET ,p DACEY PAULJGAINES JAMES TRS Property Use Boarding Mailing Address 29 GREEN STREET Most Recent Sale Date 3/14/2013 Legal Reference 3229338 City NE WBURYPORT Grantor MORRIS STEPHEN P, Mailing State MA Zip 01950 Sale Price 675,000 Parcel2oning B2 Land Area 0.062 acres Current Property Assessment Card 1 Value Building Value 463,900 Xtra Features Value 22,600 Land Value 62,200 Total Value 548,700 Building Description Building Style Apt 44 Foundation Type Brick/Stone Flooring Type Hardwood A of Living Units 21 Frame Type Wood Basement Floor Concrete Year Built 1918 Roof Structure Flat Heating Type Steam Building Grade Average(4) Roof Cover Tar-Gravel Heating Fuel Gas Building Coition Average Siding Brick Air Conditioning 35% Finished Area(SF)5514 Interior Walls Plaster 0 of Bsmt Garages 0 Number Rooms 21 0 of Bedrooms 21 0 of Full Baths 4 0 of 3/4 Baths 0 0 of 1/2 Baths 2 *of Other Fri res 0 Legal Description Narrative Description of Property This property contains 0.062 acres of land mainly classified as Boartling with a(n)Apt 43 style building,built about 1918,having Brick eaten"and Tar+Gravel roof ewer,with 21 urinal.21 room(s).21 bedroom(s1.4 bath(s).2 half bath(s1. 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Box 507, Beverly,MA 01915 1978-922-1305 1 www.harborlightcp.org t f i� H513 P a Y ® Z e ro El ® DE � ® fFfFFFiFiiiFSFSf � a � a� a� � I6g� m ¢ 4s YYYY < PP0 < P < ® < PYY lida S� ig 4� a s IMg N F" IAC OSTON ST(#179) �~ v� S*Zko+Vzu— c erbridge .:..�..� f 4 - Ell ® ® a b ® ® o ® Oc o® 1 � 1 F ■ �F ® ® QE ®® a e M M El ®® ®® C 1C OSTON ST(#179) SlZko+Verbridge " g �a� o A ft* lhH P Nome w HarborLight News from Harborlight Community Partners Community IT Partners Pmeidiog Homes®Commomry Soppott Breathing New Life into Harborlight House DHCD Grant Funds $3 Million for Improvements %ff Harborlight House(HLH),the first flagship property of Harborlight Community Partners (HCP),was founded by the First Baptist Church in WI Beverly as an affordable home for seniors of limited s !� means. Now in its 53rd year of operation, this 35 - a F T , unit assisted living home provides a warm, home- _ �w like place to live for very low income elders in need t rle of the increased services. = In a competitive process, HCP became the recipient of funding from the MA Department of Housing h - and Community Development(DHCD)to make - i $3 million in capital improvements and also to be ° able to provide rental vouchers for all of the HLH z a units.This will ensure the affordability of these units for fragile seniors for years to come. The w y - renovations will take place over the next Iz months. The much-needed renovations to Harborlight House will result in major structural repairs as well as changes to the units to better accommodate the shifting needs of increasingly more frail seniors. Volunteers Treated to Lunch! At HCP,we are fortunate to have both wonderful - �. • - - ��, residents and volunteers, and sometimes they # I D are one in the same! Several residents assisted HCP by taking time to help assemble packets and even hand-address hundreds of letters. On several occasions, HCP residents gave time and { energy to assist us in this vital way. For their effort,we expressed our gratitude with a lovely volunteer lunch at the Beverly Golf &Tennis `t + Club. Many reminisced about being at the Club as children when it was owned by United Shoe, and one had even hosted her wedding reception there! It was an afternoon of laughter and conversation. We are so thankful to these dedicated and HCP's Andrew DeFranza thanks residents at the thoughtful residents!! Volunteer Appreciation Lunch ` PO.BOX 507 Andrew DeFranza Beverly, M A 01915 Executive Director Harboriiyht Ei Community HarborliehtCommuni Partners Partners �'Main Office: 978-922-1305 Fax: 978-922-2874 Email Andrew: adefranza@harborlightcp.org 11 General Inquires: info@harborlightcp.org 1 _ 1 . Dear Friends, The year to date has been brimming with activity, as we continue to take many positive steps. 1 1 Harborlight House is ready to undergo significant renovations; thanks to philanthropic support,we are in the process of making necessary repairs to both family housing and our H.E.A.R.T. Homes; HCP continues to work with the Town of Wenham to bring to fruition the Maple Woods low-income elder residence project, and;we are actively seeking to create units for families and 1 ' individuals with disabilities to alleviate the crisis of homelessness on the North Shore. 1 1 1 Also, having been newly approved as a Massachusetts CDC (Community Development Corporation), and consequently having been granted CITC 1 credits,we are on track to support more people in Essex County than ever before. 1 / Nonetheless,we are cautious to use the word "success." We remain acutely r aware there is little to celebrate when families and seniors are desperate for Like us on Facebook affordable places to live or raise a family. I' "Success"is a family, affordably well-housed, in a safe community. "Success"is Follow us on Twitter a senior who, after years of living and working on the North Shore, is able to @HarborlightCP LJremain here despite living on a low,fixed income. "Success" may be an elder in need of an affordable place to rest with round-the-clock care. In short, "success" means nothing without meaningful, compassionate impact. This is where you are so critical. Housing creation and preservation is a F Donations%islit our formidable task made possible only by the commitment, perseverance, and -,vebsite for Drop off support of each of you who buoy us. From local citizens to town officials, to you can Help • business and government partners, HCP's "success"is propelled by this dedication and genuine concern for our fellow neighbors. For the rest of 2015,we will continue to strive for greater impact—the kind of "success"that lifts us all. With sincere appreciation for your partnership, North Shore United Way Andrew DeFra[nnzaa © The Boston Executive Director Foundation INNOVATION.INFORMATION.IMPACT. Please consider 1 plans. U1 Meeting a Regional Need : Progress on Maple Woods, Wenham HCP has proposed to build an affordable, senior Developer has responded to various demands, housing complex for people over the age of 62 in preferences, and requests by abutters, Town Wenham,with some of the units reserved for"local departments, and Environmental groups could be a preference" (meaning that those units are designated model for other 4oB projects." for Wenham employees, residents, or family members). The age restriction and the local preference will be Maple Woods will progress through an appeals process associated with funding from the Wenham Affordable and steps to secure funding in the coming year. Maple Housing Trust and housing funds from the Wenham Woods allows Wenham to achieve its 4oB affordable Community Preservation Committee. housing requirements,but more importantly,would offer much-needed affordable homes for elders on the The parcel,located on Maple Street, is 3.5 acres would North Shore. HCP is grateful for the community be home to 6o units of affordable housing for seniors support that Maple Woods has received to date, as well (built in two phases, with phase one to include 30 as the outstanding cooperation of community leaders units).The project,which has been explored for over and organizations. For more information on this two years, has been considered and evaluated by many exciting project,visit www;harborlightep.org and click Town Departments and Committees, the Ipswich River on News/Current Projects. Watershed Association, and a variety of technical consultants hired by the town. The peer review architect hired by the Town observed, "The extent to which the Rockport High School Apartments : A Special Tamily' A unique,communal space has been carved out at shared their experiences living in this warm Rockport High School Apartments(RHS). Comprised setting. They spoke of mornings when they come of a living room, dining area and kitchen, it has become together for coffee, or movie nights during the week. the heart and soul of this very special place. Two years On Thursdays, a communal meal is shared,planned ago,when HCP acquired RHS, first on the list was a and prepared by residents(and weather permitting, renovation which included moving the communal using the back patio and grill). If someone is not well kitchen up one level to make it accessible for all. enough to partake, a meal is delivered to their door. — This renovation has fostered "These folks are like family an increase in community to me," says Jackie. "We engagement. Residents of all take care of each other." _ RHS are active and engaged, In agreement,Jean adds, ` organizing activities,birthday "This is more than just an card deliveries,maintaining a apartment, it's a true a� " vegetable and herb garden, community." and weekly events and meals, all of which fosters companionship and connection. Marg, a long-time resident of RHS, noted, "I've been at these apartments since they opened. I am so happy to Noting that RHS is a exceptional community, Lynn be able to stay in the community I've lived in for over recalls, "I wasn't here long when I had surgery.As I 50 years."Jackie agrees, "I don't know where I would recovered,l had help with just about anything I needed. be without this apartment. I am so grateful to be here." I knew I was in a special place." Other RHS residents 5 0 Community Investment Tax Credits : Taking our Mission to the Next Level (and how it helps you)! Recently, Harborlight Community Partners has been Donors receive a so%tax credit for every new approved to be a Massachusetts CDC (Community donation of$1,000 or more to HCP.When this 50% Development Corporation).This will afford HCP new state tax credit is paired with a donor's federal tax opportunities for funding and housing advocacy to deduction for such a gift,the total tax savings can be continue to make a difference on the North Shore. as much as 65% or more (depending on a donor's personal tax bracket). One such opportunity is the award of MA Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) Andrew DeFranza, Executive Director of HCP,says, Community Investment Tax Credits (CITC)to HCP. "We are very fortunate to have been chosen as a This is good news for donors and for those in need of recipient of CITC Tax Credits to boost our fundraising housing in our area. Harborlight Community efforts. This public and private partnership incentive Partners was awarded$iio,000 in such tax could not have come at a more critical time. credits. These tax credits will be available for Affordable housing for elders and families are needed individual and corporate donors, as well as Donor more than ever." Advised Funds,who make qualifying contributions to HCP. The CITC program,begun in 2014, is Tax credits are limited and will be given on a first advantageous for donors. come, first served basis until all credits are distributed. For additional information or to make a Fymvw CITC Donation, use the remit form below,or contact O O O O Deanna Fay at Harborlight Community Partners E2,000 Q 81,000 © E3so o Esso directly at 978-922-1305. More information available at www.harborlightcp.org. 00NR 141Q53iA0D 00NOa afffiVFf fOfi OOIIOt lE0EV633% FOlAL OVr OF mTmxP R�tE to OiFart n]IkLtrAF on111CT1pN p�roy-r r.u+.mwr. r..a,..m..d.r wrrm.�re o.ruas., rO WNOx i�barep.wm rN.Jra YntiYY. .a,.,b.ma.Muar. Donor Tax Savings on$2,000 Gift=$1,350.00 Cut Here) I would like to qualify for Massachusetts AL Community Investment Tax Credits and support affordable housing with services for seniors and families on the North Shore Harborlight Community Name: Partners Vtm'IEinp M.00idd fomnenii,Suppe:l Address: City/State/Zip: Phone: Email: I would like to make a donation of:❑ $25,000 ❑ $10,000 ❑ $5,000 ❑ $1,000 ❑ Other$ ❑ I would like to make a multi-year pledge for years ❑ Check enclosed ❑ Charge my credit card ❑ MasterCard ❑VISA ❑AMEX ❑ Discover Card #: Exp. Date: CSC Code: Cardholder Name: Billing Address(if different from above): Signature: Date: Please remit to: Harborlight Community Partners, PO Box 507,Beverly,MA 01915 Secure online donations accepted at:www.harborlightcp.org HCP Hosts First Legislative Coffee `Tis the Season for the HCP's 2015 Legislative Coffee,held at Harborlight House,was Farmer's Market at the attended by elected officials representing several Essex County Turtles communities. Discussed were issues related to the vital need for further development of affordable housing for seniors and The Farmer's } families, and ways in which HCP can -` Market will be be a resource and partner to help 1 returning this cities and towns meet housing goals. �; summer to Turtle _ Andrew DeFranza, Executive Creek and Turtle x" Director of HCP,provided an Woods. The overview of such issues and asked for y " Mobile Market, s f support of the Massachusetts V which provides an Association of Community on-site opportunity for residents to access Development Corporations (MACDC) policy agenda priorities. healthy,fresh produce at no cost, is a j wonderful collaboration with Beverly I We were honored to have hosted Senator Joan Lovely; Bootstraps.The Market will be held from Representatives Brad Hill,Jerry Parisella, Leah Cole; Steve June through October, setting up in the Smalley from Senator Tom McGee's office and Barry Pett from Turtle Creek parking lot every other week for Senator Bruce Tarr's office. We are grateful for the presence of one afternoon. Residents are welcome to _ Beverly's Mayor Mike Cahill and enjoy the sunshine Planning Director,Aaron Clausen; Fred and partake in the I% Mills of the Hamilton Affordable fresh seasonal Housing Trust; Josh Anderson of the offerings! It is a Wenham Affordable Housing Trust; wonderful Karen Sawyer, Peabody's Director of partnership for Community Development and the health and Planning; and Housing Advocate and happiness of our Stacy Randall, chair of the Gloucester Community Preservation residents. Committee. ' Harborlight Community Partners NON-PROFIT When in B evenly, P.O. 507 ORGANIZATION u;mm;��?'G Beverly, MA 01915 U.S POSTAGE remember to. . . PAID � — PERMIT NO.51 Purchase a bag of www.harborlightcp.org BEVERLY,MA 01915 "Harborlight House Blend" coffee at Atomic Cafe A portion of all purchase proceeds benefits HCP! r Harb°�&n�d U0 0 C stn... ._M b�a� eNe �C �f,.., 8� A -Lome with H P Harborlight News from Harborlight Community Partners Community Partners . , Providing Ifamee&Commaniry Support "Why We Give . . . " Pete &Joan Johnson 1` We have long been committed to the issue of affordable housing.This is a community-wide problem,impacting families in need as well as those who work in our schools,who are auto mechanics, restaurant workers and such, many of F whom cannot reasonably afford the high cost of housing in our area. It is a real ,y_ `' , struggle for many.Years ago,working with We Care About Homes(a small, grass i.. E roots housing organization),we bought and repaired multi-family homes to _ create more affordable housing. We Care About Homes is now under HCP management,which has been outstanding in ensuring the sustainability of these •. homes.We are very impressed with the range of housing offered by Harborlight, A ,' and continue to support this organization because we know our charitable investment is being used judiciously. HCP is making a real difference. This organization has integrity and an unwavering commitment to creating and preserving affordable housing. A