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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.
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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
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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.
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Norman P. LaPointe
Fire Inspector
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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
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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,
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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.
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Inspector of Buildings and Zoning Enforcement Officer
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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.
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