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97-99 MASON STREET - BUILDING INSPECTION 97-99 MASON STREET 'COXO}� BUILDING UEPT v M �A a JUL 21 11 49 AH X89 CITY OF SALEM HEALTH DEPARTMENT RECEIVED BOARD OF HEALTH CITY OF SALEM,MASS. Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ROBERT E. BLENKHORN 9 NORTH STREET HEALTH AGENT (617) 741-1800 July 20, 1989 Henry T. Gagnon 176—Lockwood Lane Topsfield, MA 01983 Dear Sir/Dear Madam: In accordance with Chapter 111, Sections 127A and 127B, of the Massachusetts General Laws, 105 CMR 400.000: State Sanitary Code, Chapter 1: General Administrative Procedures and 105 CMR 410.000: State 'Sanitary Code, Chapter II: Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation, an inspection was made of your property at 97 Mason-Street Apt. 2 Salem, Massachusetts, occupied by Anna Towne -- This inspection was conducted'by B. Burke/Tenant Salem Health Department, on 7/13/89 @ 11:15 a.m Based upon-'said inspection you are hereby ordered to take the following action• Kitchen 14 Days Tenant states rodent problem. Submit a copy of the service invoice from a licensed exterminator. 14 days Repair door jam on Main Entry Door to Apartment. 30 days Repair broken sashcords on numerous windows throughout the apartment. 14 days Replace missing locks on numerous windows throughout the apartment. 30 days Replace missing screens on numerous windows throughout the apartment. 30 days Replace missing closet door knob. NOTE: Kitchen floor extremely bowed. 5 days Tenant states problems with wiring, light bulbs burnout same day (overhead ceiling fixture) - Must provide one electric light fixture in Kitchen. 30 days. Repair/replace Kitchen floor covering. Page 1 SALEM HEALTH DEPARTMENT July 20, 1989 Page 2 of 3 9 North Street Salem, MA 01970 Tenant(s)Anna Towne Property in Salem at 97 Mason St. , Ant, 2 To: Henry T. Gagnon 16 Lockwood Lane Topsfield MA 01983 VIOLATIONS (continued) Based upon said inspection, you are hereby ordered to take the following action:, Bathroom 24 hours Provide hot water in sink. 24 hours Repair sink so it drains properly. 30 days Repair linoleum on floor - Floor must have non-absorbent surface. 30 days Install non-absorbent surface around tub/shower walls to a height of not less than six feet. 30 days Patch holes in wall around hot and cold fixtures for shower. Living Room 14 days Repair overhead light so it works properly. Front Bedroom 24 hours Install a lock on the door to common hall. Second Floor Hallway 5 days Repair light switch. 30 days Investigate and -repair evidence of water leak. . 14 days Replace several broken/cracked stair treads. Front Bedroom (2nd floor) 5 days Repair electric outlets.-,"- � 5 days Secure over-head ceiling light fixture. Rear Bedroom (2nd floor) 5 days Repair electrical light switch. 30 days Replace missing plaster above drop ceiling - exposed lathes. 5 days Repair electrical outlet. 24 hours Install smoke detectors in apartment SALEM HEALTH DEPARTMENT July 20, 1989 Page 3 of 3 9 North Street Salem, MA 01970 Tenant(s) Anna Towne Property in Salem at To: Henry T. Gagnon 97 Mason St. , Apt. 2 16 Lockwood Lane ops ie d, MA 01983 Based upon said inspection, you are hereby ordered to take the following action: Cellar 5 days Investigate and correct - Tenant states water/drain pipe leaks (pipe by cellar stairs) . 24 hours Install smoke detector at foot of stairway - contact Fire Prevention for quantity, type and location for a two family dwelling. 5 days Remove/replace pipe covering which appears to be asbestos. Repair/removal methad must be approved by -the Board of Health. 5 days Repair rear door (2nd egress) so it is weather-tight and secure. 14 days Install handrails in Front & Back Hallways. . 24 hodrs Repair electrical light switch in Front Hallway. NOTE: Follow all instructions and/or correction procedures set forth by Electrical and Fire Inspectors. ONE OR MORE - THE ABOVE O;OLl1TIONS MAY ENDANGER OR MATERIALLY IMPAIR THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELL-BEING OF THE OCCUPANTS. Failure on your part to comply Within the specified time will result in a complaint being sought against you in Salem District Court. Should you be aggrieved by this Order, you have the right to request a hearing before the Board of Health. A request for said hearing must be received in writing in the office of the Board of Health within seven (7) days of receipt of this Order. At said hearing, you will be given an. opportunity to be heard and to present witness and documentary evidence as to why this Order should be modified or withdrawn. You may be represented by an attorney. Please also be informed that you have the right to inspect and obtain copies of all relevant inspection or investigation reports, orders and other documentary information in the possession of this Board, and that any adverse party has the right .to be present at the hearing. Please be advised that the conditions noted may enable the occupant(s) to use one or more of the statutory remedies available to. them as outlined in the enclosed inspection report form. FOR THE BOARD OF HEALTH REPLY TO ROBERT E. BLENKHORN, C.H.O. WILLIAM T. BURKE, III, R.S. Health Agent SENIOR SANITARIAN Certified Mail / P-006-729-673_ cc: Ruth McNamara, Salem Housing Authority, 27 Charter 1' end. Inspection Report St. , Salem, MA ces Tenant= = Bldg. Inspector x Electrouncillocector PIUM6$99 C Gas Inspector x Fire Dept. _ y, Este es un documento legal importante• Puede que afecte sue derechos. A r�i,44i Sf �t Citp of '&a[em, Elia-59arbUatt9 '. � _Fire Departnient JI)eaDquarterg 9��LMrvE� 4SRafapette q)trW Salem, Ala.01970 Joseph F. Sullivan Chief July 25, 1989 Mr. Henry T. Gagnon RE: _ 97 -Mas-on Street 16 Lockwood Lane Topsfield, MA 01983 Dear Mr. Gagnon , Based on the letters from the Salem Health and Electrical Departments and the violations noted within, it is imperative that you contact this office immediate- ly so that we can set-up an appointment for a complete inspectionof this dwelling relative to any and all fire laws and regulations. gned, Norman P. LaPointe Fire Inspector cc: file Building Dept. Cn G �, Electrical Dept. N c Health Dept. o —' C' nr O C-) W cn mm rn Certified Mail : P 643 883 016 o ~—o m N Gt7 N f17 �fi,cnw2,, '� BUiI_DING Dct'1' �/� C�i#uv �z�En�, ttr �tet 'u JUL �5 �40 Aim mor ertrirttl Bepartraent '� RECEIV[D Jv4n J.&arhi CITY OF SALEM,MASS. S ire �Jns}�ecinr 44 `lafageffe �$f_ §alem, 11lass- 01970 'area (flab¢ 617 745-6300 r July 24 , 1989 Mr. Henry T . Gagnon 16 Lockwood Lane Topsfield , Massachusetts 01983 Re : 97 Mason St . Dear Mr. Gagnon : Wire Inspector John J . Giardi , was asked by the Board of Health to conduct an investigation in relationship to tenant complaints . Upon concluding the investigation , he found the following violations : 1 . The west hallway had two switches that need covers . 2 . The second floor kitchen needs additional outlets to accommodate the refrigerator , washer , etc . 3 . The living room has a broken fixture that shall be replaced . 4. The bathroom is also in need of a brand new lighting fixture . 5 . The kitchen fixture needs to be replaced . 6 . The south bedroom light fixture and switch have to be replaced . 7 . The receptacles in both bedrooms were found to be inoperable . 8. The fixture in the west hallway shall be replaced because it is a h.azard . Please be advised these violations exist under Article 300 and Arti - cle 1.10 Wiring Methods and requirements of the National and Massachusetts Electrical Codes . All said violations shall be corrected within 14 days . Failure to comply will result in court action . Yours truly , J . Giardi Wire' Inspector Regular mail and certified mail P30 5851844 cc : William Burke , Sr. Sanitarian/Health Dept . Norman Lapoint , Fire Prevention William Munroe , Inspector of Buildings ��r/s yJ.e.c-1 d+2 cif A141 .11V6 r UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE 111- 111 OFFICIAL BUSINESS SENDER INSTRUCTIONS Print your name,address and ZIP Code in the space below. • Complete Items 1.2.3,and 4 on the rerene. U.S�O • Attach to frontofarticle R space permits, otherwise affix to back of article. PENALTY FOR PRIVATE • Endorse article "Return Receipt USE, 9300 Requested"adjacent to number. RETURN Print Sender's name, address, and ZIP Code in the space below. TO James D. Santo/Bldg. Dept, One Salem Green Salem, MA. 01970 • SENDER: Complete items 1 and 2 when additional services are desired, and complete items 3 and 4. Put your address in the "RETURN TO" Space on the reverse side. Failure to do this will prevent this card from bein returned to you.The return receipt fee will provide you the name ai the person delivered to and the date of deliver .For a3�twnal fees the 1ollowmg�serwces are avai a a. ons u t postmaster or ees an c ec c ox es for additional serwcelsl requested. 1. Show to whom delivered, date, and addressee's address. 2. ❑ Restricted Delivery (E ra charge) (Extra charge) 3. Article Addressed to: 4. Article Number Mr. Henry T. Gagnon 16 LoEB Lockwood Lane M gi service: ❑ ®'fAegatered Insured Topsfield, MA. 01983 ❑ Certified ❑ COD ❑ Express Mail ❑ Return Receipt for Merchandise Always obtain signature of addressee RE: 97 Mason St. , Salern, MA. or agent and DATE DELIVERED. 5. Sign ure - Address 8. Addressee's Address (ONLY if X / . requested and fee paid) 6. Signature — Agent X 7. Date of Delivery Ps Form 3811, Mar. 1988 i U.S.G. .0. 1988-212-865 DOMESTIC RETURN RECEIPT P 152 922 840 RECEIPT FOR CERTIFIED MAIL NO INSURANCE COVERAGE PROVIDED NOT FOR INTERNATIONAL MAIL (See Reverse) Sent to Mr. Henry T. Ga on Street and No. 16 Lockwood Lane P.O..State and ZIP Code Topsfield, MA. 01983 Postage S 2.00 LCertified Fee Special Delivery Fee Restricted Delivery Fee Return Receipt showing to whom and Date Delivered a Return Receipt showing to whom, Date,and Address of Delivery ru j TOTAL Postage and Fees S 2.00 o Postmark or Date E 0 LL m a STICK POSTAGE STAMPS TO ARTICLE TO COVER FIRST CLASS POSTAGE, CERTIFIED MAIL FEE,AND CHARGES FOR ANY SELECTED OPTIONAL SERVICES. (see front) i. If you want this receipt postmarked,stick the gummed stub to the right of the return address leaving the receipt attached and present the article at a post office service window or hand it to your rural carrier. too extra charge) 2. If you do not want this receipt postmarked.stick the gummed stub to the right of the return address Of the article,date,detach and retain the receipt, and mail the article. 3, if you want a return receipt,write the certified mail number and your name and address on a return- receipt card,Form 3811,and attach it to the front of the article by means of the gummed ends if space per- mits.Otherwise,affix to Oak at article.Erdase front of article RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED adjacent to the number, 4. it you want delivery restricted to me addressee.or to an authorized agent of the addressee,endorse RESTRICTED DELIVERY on the front of the article. 5 Enter tees for the services requested in The appropriate spaces on the front of iius receipt, d return receipt is requested,check the applicable blacks In Item 1 of Form 3811. G. Save this receipt and present it it you make inquiry. - 'U.S.G.P.O.1 9 88-21 71 32 Citp of 6alem, ,fflaaacbugettg Public Propertp Mepartment �4 g, 43uilbing Mepartment Ont lbalem Orten 745-9595 ext. 380 William H. Munroe Director of Public Property Inspector of Buildings Zoning Enforcement Officer August 2, 1989 Mr. Henry T. Gagnon 16 Lockwood Lane Topsfield, MA. 01983 RE: 97 Mason Street Salem, MA. ' Dear Mr. Gagnon: This office has received complaints of possible :zoning and building code violations. Please contact this office inviediately so we can set up an appointment to inspect the above referenced property for these possible violations. Sincerely, Jamies D. Santo Assistant Building Inspector JDS/jmh c.c. City Solicitor Ward Councillor Board of Health Fire Prevention Electrical Department � �z AL& �� � � liv Ale te� � � ✓���i�� n/x� �+�ZGL�Pi1i �, �,��- D � - A,) All��2 / Q1 Qjrfu Vf "Salem, {ttsttell�zse � '�•, : , _ Public Vrnpertg Department 1 11 1 33uniug Pepartnunt JOI(I[ �_ �OfliPTB a F"Ma One Salem Green zap-n�i� February 2, 1977 Mr. William Cody 24 Washington Street Beverly, Massachusetts 01915 RE: 97-99 Mason Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Dear Mr. Cody: On May 27 , 1976 you were advised that the properties owned by you and located at 97-99 Mason Street are in violation of the Building Code. To date you have failed to made the necessary corrections. You are therefore ordered to appear in the Office of the Inspector of Bui.ldings. wi.thin five (5) working days of receipt of this letter with a definite committment as to when the work will commence. Your failure to do so will necessitate this Department taking legal action against you. Very truly yours , .,oniz B. Powers , Superintendent of Public Property, Inspector of Buildings and Zoning Enforcement Officer JBP/mlr copies Certified Mail #945260 UNITED STATES POSTAL SERV _ OFFICIAL BUSINESS Yp r•••a" � "" a • SENDER INSTRUCTIO a'M PENALTY.fARiiIYAiE _ -� •a Print your name,address,and ZIP Code in in %ac I Y USE TOOFA �� PO GE ENT' Complete items I, 2,d and 3 an the re erne. • if space gummed ends and attach to 1 of of��i�l� if dorso permits* Otherwise rfliz to bade • Endorse article "Return Receipt ReauestO4� cent to number. RETURN TO John B. Powers , Insp. of B4�ildinQs (Name of Sender) One Salem Green (Street or P.O. Box) Salem, Massachusetts 01970 (City, State, and ZIP Code) y SENDER: Complete items 1.2,and 3. Add ywir address n We "RETURN 70" space on 3 revere. m 1. The following service is requested (check one). aShow to wham and date delivered............ 150 Show to whom, date,&address of delivery.. 35f RESTRICTED DELIVERY. ml Show to whom and date delivered... ----- 654! 65{ RESTRICTED DELIVERY. Show to whom, date, and address of delivery 85( , 4.115 a 2. ARTICLE ADDRESSED TO: El Mr. William Cody z z4 `Washington Street- m tL Beverly, Mass. 0191511 : m 3. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: REGISTERED NO. CERTIFIED NO. i INSURED NO. m I945z6o D (Always obtain signature of addresses or agent) N m I have received the article described above. GSIGNATURE 0 Addressee ❑ Authorized agent C 4. x DATECFfD(VERY31977 *POSTMARK •� > , C 5. ADDRESS (Complete only if requested)sJ r ti in 6. UNABLE TO DELIVER BECAUSE: CLERKS' , \ INITIALS r {I Gov:19]6—O203-456 QTztg of "� idem, assar4usdb Public Prayertg Pep,rtmenf Pu" Pepart=za �5L],AX 1 Salem Green 1f May 27, 1976 Mr. William Cody 24 Washington Street Beverly, M.A RE: 97-99 Mason Street Dear Sir, In response to a complaint, this department inspected your properties located at 97 and 99 Mason Street on May 26, 1976. The inspection revealed that at both locations you are in violation of Section 2100.10 of the Massachusetts State Building Code, which states . "Each dwelling unit shall have two (2) independent means of egress . ) You are therefore ordered to correct this condition at once or furthur action will be taken by this department. Please obtain the necessary permits before commencing the work. _ Sincerely yours , John B. Powers - Inspector of Buildings. JBP/cc copies Ojt#u of '$31m, fflassuchus2its Public Proper#g Repartment rsA� u c�xJZttr#mexr# �oftxc �- �a£aers ��Br1 1 Salem Green 1 May 27 , 1976 Ms . Mary Paolucci 4 Oak Street Salem, MA 01970 RE: Complaint on 97-99 Mason St. Dear Ms. Paolucci, In response to your complaint on the properties located at 97 and 99 Mason Street the enclosed action has been taken. Sincerely yours , John B: Powers - Inspector of Buildings. JBP/cc I J� i 1 Y