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21 OCEAN AVENUE - ZBA Z1 ocevenv e I wivarsaL www myuniversalop.com phone:1-866 756.4676 UMV12113 MADEINUSA Zoning Board Proiect 4tat„c ch- t Address & Applicant: 21 Ocean R v P Date Submitted to BOA: Li f z 1 d Clerk Stamp: ' Variances Only - Constructive Approval Date: (100 days from filing) Abutters List Requested: 2/Abutters Notice Sent: Notice to Abutting Cities & Towns, Councillors: G/ Legal Notice posted at City Hall: (14 days before meeting) Legal Notice Emailed & Confirmed: Legal Notice Posted on Web: 13/Agenda to Applicant: Applicant's email address or fax number to send agenda: Opened at Meeting: S Continued Meetings: Extension Form(s) Signed & Clerk Stamped? Closed at Meeting: Z � Decision: Decision Filed: (o 1 Appeal Period Over: after decision filed) S (2 1"day Decision Sent to Applicant: qJ Notice of Decision Sent to abutters, cities and towns, councillors: 'o 54v��Go^ W CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BOARD OF APPEAL �!MlrVE- 120 WASHINGTON STREET♦ SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 0129[b JUN —, A c1 I b KIMSERLEYDRIscoLL TELE:978-745-9595 ♦ FAx:978-740-9846 MAYOR f LE CITY Cl.=fi'; June 7, 2016 AMENDED Decision City of Salem Board of Appeals Petition of JACK and PATRICIA BURNS, seeking a Special Permit per Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance, to allow a change from a nonconforming two (2) family structure to a three (3) family structure at the property of 21 OCEAN AVE (Map 33 Lot 689)(R-1 Zoning District). A public hearing on the above Petition was opened on May 18, 2016 pursuant to M.G.L Ch. 40A, § 11 and closed on that date with the following Salem Board of Appeals members present: Tom Watkins, Mike Duffy, Jimmy.Tsitsinos, Paul Viccica (alternate) and James Hacker (Alternate). The petitioner isseeking a Special Permit from the provisions of Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to allow a change from a nonconforming two (2) family structure to a three (3) family structure. Statements of fact: 1. In the petition date-stamped April 26, 2016, the Petitioner requested a Special Permit per Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to allow a change from a nonconforming two (2) family structure to a three (3) family structure. 2. Attorney Atkins presented the petition on behalf of the petitioner. 3. The subject property is located in a R-1 Zoning District 4. In 1999, when the property was purchased by the petitioners, it was a non-conforming three (3) family dwelling. The property owners, then reduced the number of dwelling units to have a non-conforming two (2) family dwelling. The petitioner proposed to convert the property back into a non-conforming three (3) family dwelling. 5. There are no exterior structural changes proposed to the building. 6. There are five (5) existing parking spaces that meet the parking requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Parking spaces will be accessed by an existing curbcut along Cliff Street. 7. The requested relief, if granted, would allow the Petitioner to allow the change from one nonconforming use of a two (2) family structure to a three (3) family structure. 8. At the public hearing three (3) members of the public spoke in favor of and none (0) spoke in opposition to the petition. City of Salem Board of Appeals June 7,2016 Project:21 Ocean Ave. Page 2 of 3 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, and the Petitioner's presentation and public testimony, makes the following findings that the proposed project meets the provisions of the City of Salem Zoning Ordinance: Findings for Special Permit The proposed change in use is not substantially more detrimental to the neighborhood than the existing nonconforming use. 1. The proposed change in use would not be more substantially detrimental than the existing non- conforming structure to the impact on the social, economic or community needs. 2. There are no negative impacts on traffic flow and safety, including parking and loading as there are five (5) existing parking spaces,which meets the parking requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. 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 improves neighborhood character as the property was a three (3) family dwelling and there ate many multi-family dwelling units in the neighborhood. 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 five (Tom Watkins, Mike Duffy, Jimmy Tsitsinos, Paul Viccica (alternate) and James Hacker (Alternate) in favor and none (0) opposed, to grant a Special Permit from the provisions of Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to allow a change from a nonconforming two (2) family structure to a three (3) family structure subject to the following terms, conditions and safeguards: 1. The Petitioner shall comply with all city and state statutes, 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 pemzit prior to beginning any construction. 5. Exterior finishes of new construction shall be in harmony with the existing structure. 6. A Certificate of Occupancy shall be obtained. 7. A Certificate of Inspection is to be obtained. S. Petitioner is to obtain approval from any City Board or Commission having jurisdiction including, but not limited to, the Planning Board. City of Salem Board of Appeals June 7,2016 Project:21 Ocean Ave. Page 3 of 3 CtA Rebecca Curran, Chair Board of Appeals A COPY OF THIS DECISION HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE PLANNING BOARD AND THE CITY CLERK Appeal fmm this decision, if any, shall be made pursuant to Section 17 of the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A, and shall be filed within 20 days of fik'ng of this decision in the office of the City Clerk. Pursuant to the Massachusetts GeneralIaws Chapter 40,4, Section 11, the Variance or Special Permit granted herein shall not take effect until a copy of the decision bearing the certificate of the City Clerk has been filed with the Essex South Reginry of Deeds. 5 � , CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BOARD OF APPEAL �fMAUEDR � 120 WASHINGTON STREET♦SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970 KIMBERLEY DRISCOLL TELE:978-745-9595 FAX:978-740-9846 c*a MAYOR 'S �+ C n � June 1, 2016 Decision City of Salem Board of Appeals Petition of JACK and PATRICIA BURNS, seeking a Special Permit per Sec. 3.3.2''Non06nforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance, to allow a change from a nonconforming two'o) family structure to a three (3) family structure at the property of 21 OCEAN AVE (Map 33 Lot 689)(R-1 Zoning District). A public hearing on the above Petition was opened on May 18, 2016 pursuant to M.G.L Ch. 40A, 4 11 and closed on that date with the following Salem Board of Appeals members present: Tom Watkins, Mike Duffy, Jimmy Tsitsmos, Paul Viccica (alternate) and James Hacker (Alternate). The petitioner is seeking a Special Permit from the provisions of Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to allow a change from a nonconforming two (2) family structure to a three (3) family structure. Statements of fact: 1. In the petition date-stamped April 26, 2016, the Petitioner requested a Special Permit pet Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforn7ing Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to allow a change from a nonconforming two (2) family structure to a three (3) family structure. 2. Attorney Atkins presented the petition on behalf of the petitioner. 3. The subject property is located in a R-1 Zoning District 4. In 1999,when the property was purchased by the petitioners,it was a non-conforming three (3) family dwelling. The property owners, then reduced the number of dwelling units to have a non-conforming two (2) family dwelling. The petitioner proposed to convert the property back into a non-conforming three (3) family dwelling. 5. There are no exterior structural changes proposed to the building. 6. There are five (5) existing parking spaces that meet the parking requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Parking spaces will be accessed by an existing curbcut along Cliff Street. 7. The requested relief, if granted, would allow the Petitioner to allow the change from one nonconforming use of a candy factory to another nonconforming use of residential dwelling units. 8. At the public hearing three (3) members of the public spoke in favor of and none (0) spoke in opposition to the petition. i City of Salem Board of Appeals June 1,2016 Project:21 Ocean Ave. Page 2 of 3 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, and the Petitioner's presentation and public testimony, makes the following findings that the proposed project meets the provisions of the City of Salem Zoning Ordinance: Findings for Special Permit The proposed change in use is not substantially more detrimental to the neighborhood than the existing nonconforming use. 1. The proposed change in use would not be more substantially detrimental than the existing non- confomvng structure to the impact on the social, economic or community needs. 2. There are no negative impacts on traffic flow and safety, including parking and loading as there are five (5) existing parking spaces,which meets the parking requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. 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 improves neighborhood character as the property was a three (3) family dwelling and there are many multi-family dwelling units in the neighborhood. 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 five (Tom Watkins, Mike Duffy, Jimmy Tsitsinos, Paul Viccica (alternate) and James Hacker (Alternate) in favor and none (0) opposed, to grant a Special Permit from the provisions of Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to allow a change from a nonconforming two (2) family structure to a three (3) family structure subject to the following terms,conditions and safeguards: 1. The Petitioner shall comply with all city and state statutes, 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 finishes of new construction shall be in harmony with the existing structure. 6. A Certificate of Occupancy shall be obtained. 7. A Certificate of Inspection is to be obtained. 8. Petitioner is to obtain approval from any City Board or Commission having jurisdiction including, but not limited to, the Planning Board. City of Salem Board of Appeals June 1,2016 Project:21 Ocean Ave. Page 3 of 3 Rebecca Curran, Chair Board of Appeals A COPY OF THIS DECISION HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE PLANNING BOARD AND THE CITY CLERK Appealfrom this decision, if any, shall be made pursuant to Section 17 of the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A, and sball be filed within 20 days offzk'ng of this decision in the office of the City Clerk. Pursuant to the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A, Section 11, the Variance or Spedal Permit granted berun shall not take effect until a ropy of the decision beating the certificate of the City Clerk has been fzkd with the Essex South Registry of Deedf. City of Salem Department of Planning & Community Development RECEIVED CHECK RECEIPT AND TRACKING FORM i APR 2 6 2016 DATE nn r. R BOARD STA Utr . v. .. C "J�M OMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CLIENT: PROPERTY ADDRESS: c-D l O 1 CONTACT NUMBER: PURPOSE FOR APPLICATION: CHECK # AMOUNT RECEIVED: ^� City of Salem Department of Planning & Community Development RECEIVED CHECK RECEIPT AND TRACKING FORM APR 2 6 2016 DATE _ BOARD STAF 60JL LJ t i. � COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CLIENT: PROPERTY ADDRESS: CONTACT NUMBER: PURPOSE FOR APPLICATION: CHECK # AMOUNT RECEIVED: $ ' t.1 i CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BOARD OF APPEALS PETITION FORM CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 1 BOARD OF APPEALS 2415 OR 2b A 1' 4q Req - 120 WASHINGTON STREET, 3'FLOOR -:'! F_ t+ SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970CITYC'- i ' EIVE ICIMBERLEY DRISCOLL MAYOR Thomas ht.one:'978-619-56411 Fax:978-7409846 erre,Director offrispectional es APR 26 2016 Erin Schaeffer,Staff Planner DEPT. OF PLANNING & Phone:978-619-5685/Fax:978-740-0404 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO THE BOARD OF APPEALS The Undersigned represent that he/she is/are the owners of a certain parcel of land located at: Address: 21 OCEAN AVENUE Zoning District: R-1 An application is being submitted to the Board of Appeal for the following reasou(s): This statement must describe what you propose to build,the dimensions,the zone property is in,and the zoning requirements. (Example: I am proposing to construct a 10'X 10'one story addition to my home located a 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.) I am requestingachange in non-conforming use as a two familv structure back to the previous non-conforming use as a three family structure The plot plan accompanying the petition provides for five(5)on site parking paces in accordance with the zoning ordinance For this reason I am requesting: ( )Variance(s)from provisions of Section of the Zoning Ordinance,specifically from (i.e. minimum depth of rear yard). What is allowed is (ft?sgft?stories? %?), and what I am proposing is (ft?sq ft?stories? %?). (X )A Special Permit under Section 3.3.2 of the Zoning Ordinance in order to permit change of Non-conforming use to a three family use. ( )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: Two Family Are Lot Dimensions Included? (X ) Yes ( )No Why? (Example:Two Family Home) 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. I � CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BOARD OF APPEALS PETITION FORM The following written statement has been submitted with this application: ( ) 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 involve 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. (X) 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. ( ) For all Comprehensive Permits for construction of low or moderate income applicants should refer to M.G.L. Ch. 40B §20-23. Previous application to the Board of Appeals involving this property have been submitted with this petition form. The Building Commissioner can provide documentation ofprevious application to the petitioner or his representative. If different from petitioner: Petitioner: Jack M. Bums and Patricia C. Burns Property Owner: Address: 21 Ocean Avenue, Salem Address: Telephone: Telephone: Email: Email: Signature Signature: (Attached consent letter is also acceptable) Date: Date: If different from petitioner: Representative: Atty George W. Atkins, III A TRUE Address: 59 Federal Street, Salem, MA 01970 ATTEST TelepZne: 8-744-0350 J t07 gna : Dater 7 `( CITY CLERK DATE DPCD DATE This original application must be filed with the City Clerk. STATEMENT OF GROUNDS When we purchased the house in 1999 it was used as a three family structure. In order to accommodate our family use of the first and second floors, we obtained a building permit in order to convert the 2nd floor kitchen into a bedroom and to remodel other areas. Now that I will soon retire we would like to downsize and occupy the first floor only. The rental of two additional units will allow us to finance reconstruction of the second and third floors as well as provide retirement income. (a) The neighborhood contains numerous multi-family dwellings and an additional unit of reasonable rental housing will serve the social and economic needs of the community. (b) Parking is provided on site. (c) Utility services will remain the same. (d) No change in the existing natural environment will result. (e) The existing character of the neighborhood will not be impacted in any manner. (f) The City tax base will be somewhat increased. The change of use from a two family use to a three family use is in keeping with the multi-family uses in the neighborhood and is not substantially more detrimental to the neighborhood. m vt z a.raleftm LL LL W { , _rn LLI m � V r U < w OCEAN AVENUE 25'_6^ W � 0 m a Fe � wcn J Q SQ wa w@ 50'_0" 2 q Lij H PROPERTY LINE U W M_ BE LU r 25'6" LL Z¢ Z) 21 o EANUP SCOPE OF PROJECT: ENTRY AVE UE n (COMMON) THE CONVERSION OF AN EXISTING 2 z STORY EXISTING BUILDING TWO FAMILY HOUSE INTO A THREE Z 21S ORYLIVING ROOM FAMILY HOUSE. Q o DWELLING THE BUILDING HAD BEEN CLASSIFIED AS A THREE J v � FAMILY UP UNTIL ITS PURCHASE BY THE CURRENT EIII OWNER IN 1999 WHEN IT WAS CONVERTED INTO A uj W w C�� III TWO FAMILY DWELLING WITH THE ONE UNIT o 0-1 z OCCUPYING THE FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR AND � n a U) o F z THE SECOND UNIT OCCUPYING THE THIRD FLOOR. co z o of - - THE PROPOSED CONVERSION WOULD RESTORE F It (n LL ^ d o THE PREVIOUS USE WITH ONE UNIT OCCUPYING `� W Ld laJ J UNIT 1 BEDROOM EACH OF THE THREE EXISTING FLOORS. W � mw 0 ° a o AREA= 900 SF THERE IS ADEQUATE OFF STREET PARKING ON THE w� Q U TYRSPACE - v DINING/FAMILY RM. SITE TO MEET THE REQUIREMENT OF ONE AND U) a za wEASTONE ONE HALF SPACES PER UNIT(5 SPACES TOTAL). SURFACE U) THE BUILDING HAS TWO REMOTE, ENCLOSED ACCESS STAIRS FOR EGRESS, AND NO a STRUCTURAL CHANGES WILL BE REQUIRED. PARKING (7 AREA 21'X45Z Y I r a BATH PAVEMENT KITCHEN � - zz ENTRY U Q W O COMMON) Ur^) 50'-0" v/ 1 Q) PROPERTY LINE O O 0 O O W NOTE: b SITE PLAN IS BASED UPON THE SURVEY ECS! VIED z <� -,::4 PERFORMED BY BOSTON SURVEY INCqpR 2p O DATED 4-21-1999 26 ?016 U COMMUTNorPL"%:l�,rt{�. o O ITY J , a z :D DWG NO. SITE PLAN 1 ST FLOOR PLAN 0 1A 1 SCALE: 1"=20'-0" SCALE: 1/8"=1'-0" 40'-6" m m c m � m O ❑ O C7 0 o Om O z K z K p � C7 z 0 n N I cn I m D L-�-J O r \ 3 z C Z w 0x DO II OZ < � u0 to °z c = 0 0 Z co O m Oo z T x z D Z 40'-6" r D I I � mC <_ D L J ---z n Z o � Om 1 o O W z ----��-- N z -n z � (D W p n D m D_ 71 A m o\o z o mo I�' 0 8 0 ❑ D z 0 0 0 m om' F7 ° --- D I I D �- UNIT CONVERSION FLOOR PLANS RICHARD W. GRIFFIN PROJECT REGISTERED ARCHITECT 21 OCEAN AVENUE NUMBER: 1615 37 TURNER STREET SALEM, MA 01970 978-740-9979 AS NOT o SALEM, MA 01970 DATE: 16 SCALE:AS NOTED © ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 25,_6" 25,_6" 25,_6" IN - 0 Z a n H WK wAtA UPM ENT Y UP ENTRY BEDROOM Et TRY BEDROOM 9� ~ o _rn ir (COMMO (COMMON) (CO MON) j� 0 U N 0= a LIVING ROOM UNIT 1 / / >> a > OL _ r� I LLI w � III pN o � w < C�/ III � � F a Q U) W WccLU O cr L—J z UNIT 1 TV ROOM UNIT 2 o BEDROOM o DINING} I M DINING/FAMILY RM. 0 BATH0 LIVINdROOM STAIRS TO ATTIC O I ❑ Z O ❑ ❑ FY ❑o O ® O o 0 BATH z LO BATH ❑ O KITCHEN C) oco �Z TH BEDROOM FI KITCHEN Z o a ENTRY ENTRY u L_J 1 p F- W W Iv COMMON) U COMMON DN 1 00 !n , ML;] -i 000 m�- X CLZQcn o 0 N L.J a z o to 01 EXIST. 1ST FLOOR PLAN EXIST. 2ND FLOOR PLAN O EXIST. 3RD FLOOR PLAN SCALE: 1/8"=1'-0" SCALE: 1/8"=1'-0" SCALE: 1/8"=1'-0" cl) > c W L ! > Z - Z d QW _ 4 � '..- x , DWG NO. h_ CLIFF STREET - PARKING AREA OCEAN AVE - FRONT AND SIDE GO 5 N.T.S. N.T.S. ; cpND'TAa , CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BOARD OF APPEAL { q`' ltlb MAY 2 A 9 OS 120 WASHINGTON STREET SALEM,MASSA0,K'(1SHTrS 01970 ` �'MIIPVED�.i - .. - bra:978-679-5G8�tjF¢t,^�.Q1$=Z4.0-0404-� ,. KIMDERLEY DRISCOLL MAYOR City of Salem Zoning Board of Appeals Will hold a public hearing for all persons interested in the petition of JACK and PATRICIA BURNS, seeking a Special Permit per Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance, to allow the petitioner to change the nonconforming two (2) family structure to a three (3) family structure at the property of 21 OCEAN AVE (Map 33 Lot 689)(8-1 Zoning District). The public hearing will be held on WED, May 18, 2016 at 6:30 PM, in Room 313, 3" at 120 Washington Street. Rebecca Curran, Chair Board of Appeals Salem News: 5/4/2016 & 5/11/2016 This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on I'lld) yuiLe v p,, at o�,' ^ in accordance wit MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. City of Salem, Massachusetts 14 May 2016 Board of Appeal 120 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970 Re: Petition of Jack and Patricia Burns for zoning change at 21 Ocean Ave,Salem, MA Dear Board Members, I am very familiar with the subject property because I grew up directly across the street from it where I now live at 22 Ocean Ave. It was always a three family structure like many others in the neighborhood. The present owners have improved the property significantly and it is well maintained. It is on a large corner lot at Cliff St,with plenty of parking. I am in favor of granting this zoning appeal. The house appears to meet all of the requirements for a three family structure. It will not increase the density of the area and I think it will be an asset to the neighborhood. If you have any questions,please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, DOM John Lyness 22 Ocean Ave. Salem, MA 01970 City of Salem, Zoning Board of Appeals 120 Washington St. Salem, MA 01970 Re: Petition of Jack and Patricia Burns for zoning change at 21 Ocean Ave.,Salem, MA May 18, 2016 To whom it may concern, We are in receipt of notice of public hearing to allow the referenced property to revert back from a two family structure to a three family structure. We are one of the owners of a three family structure immediately adjacent (to the south) of the referenced property. Jack and Patricia have cared for their property meticulously.The improvements they have made are an asset to the neighborhood. We are IN FAVOR of the proposed zoning change for the following reasons: • The building was originally a three family structure, similar to our own and to many other structures in the area. • The property is a corner lot and is larger than many of the adjacent properties and has plenty of off-street parking for three units • The change from two family to three family will not change the number of residents in the building nor will it add to traffic in the area. We understand the changes to the structure will be minimal and almost exclusively interior with only cosmetic exterior changes. The changes will be in keeping with the character and historic value of the neighborhood. Sincerely, Chri�Di'ne Ha e n l/ J ppr e 3 Ocean Terrace, Unit#2 Salem, MA 01970