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393 ESSEX STREET - DISTRICT FILES 5 3 3 ��IYB Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)619-5685 FAX(978)740-0404 CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed: ❑ Construction ❑ Moving ✓ Reconstruction ✓ Alteration ❑ Demolition ❑ Painting ❑ Signage ❑ Other Work as described below does not involve an exterior architectural feature or involves a feature covered by the exemptions or limitations set forth in the Historic District's Act(M.G.L. Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance. District: McIntire District Address of Property: 396 Essex Street Name of Record Owner: WeismanLeavittBoone and Wicks Description of Work Proposed: ■ Repair and/or in-kind replacement of door on carriage house; ■ Reinforce spiral staircase at back of main house with angle steel support and new bracket under existingplatform; and ■ In-kind repair of thirdfloor railing at rear of house. No changes in color, material, design, location or outward appearance. Non-applicable due to being in- kind replacement. Repair and/or replacement of bulkhead doors at rear of house. Non-applicable due to being not visible from a public way. Dated: July 7, 2016 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION By: 1p _ c.> / rt- ` The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated. Once completed,please submit a photographs) of the final result(maximum of four-i.e. one photograph of each affected fafade). THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of Buildings (or any other necessary permits or approvals)prior to commencing work. Date Stamp RECr1V' t_ UN 20 2016 j j� DEP . OF PLnii Ll Salem LSL/.OfiCal Commission COMMNIT' pEVELCPMENT 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 91970 FOC Office UX Only i (878)819-5885 FAX(974)74 0,GQ4 APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY Pursuant to the Historic District's Act (M.G.L. Chapter 40C) and the Salem Historical Commission Ordinance, i application is hereby made for issuance of a Certificate of Non-Applicability as described below for. 4+ ❑ New Construction ❑ Moving 0 Reconstruction ❑ Alteration I ❑ Demolition ❑ Painting ❑ Sign ❑ Other District: []Derby Street ❑Lafayette Street []McIntire []Washington Square Address of Property: 396 Essex Street i Name of Record Owner(s): Weisman,Leavitt,Boone,Wicks I I Owner Mailing Address: Description of Work Proposed Please type or print clearly.Attach addittonal sheets,as necessary. Repair/replace and refinish bulkhead doors and door to carriage house. R iaforce s ival strcase bac 9f main house�y% u to third-floor deck ki � IOD'r' g P Work will be done in- nd• ulkhead doors not visible from public way i I Name ofApplicant: E]O�ner❑Contractot❑Tenant❑Other: Signature: Date: G C Tel.#: 19 7F.- 6 � �T_E-mail Address: o . G/ I eV V G Certificate will be mailed to the owner unless otherwise indicated here; 111�J - Certificate should be mailed to: Name a tJ, Mailing address: Q to g �( City: M State.OZip: ATTACHED DOCUMENTATION 1 An application will not be considered complete unless all work items are thoroughly described and the application includes all information needed for the Commission to make a determination. Failure to submit a complete application may result in a continuation to a future meeting. Recommended information includes: I Photos of existing conditions,taken from all public ways I Site plan showing location of improvements i Elevation drawings of the existing conditions and proposed improvements Drawings of details and other special conditions,including profiles Description,photographs,and/or catalog cuts of proposed materials(please bring to the meeting product samples, if appropriate) Dimensions (i.e. height of fence,size of pickets and posts,etc.) Paint color samples, if applicable(no less than 2"x2") i Location and size of all mechanical equipment,such as transformers,HVAC equipment, electrical service and meters, and proposed screening II l I I ') Y � �� ,- aL � �.l 1 . y/ � r� +yti �• � i r �_ t`. t� , `_ qtr" : r . � ,� - 1 � � ,,• y_,. 1 r 1 � - - - _ .. f y � ! 7 GI,• � K� ��f� b Y e �� -i r�' K 1' _� ' � L '?fir �a ly" '•"E, q ��.i�.��,1 a C �� -` Iii � r ' y ' � - �• 3�'`fr', �Y7 r-� 1 9� p If i .` • y y 4. I Y••s I gvi jl `Y 1 ` , ! ��.� !.,tib Iy ��Y�„ •, l _ /, PIP r � 1 I �_ ' L•c: p !'�l1aL�`r�7fi I ti, ,:_.r -•;• . y .yam . —may M Y • yr l' h ,. , v�' "i � I ya. �.m� o r Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)619-5685 FAX(978)740-0404 CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed: ❑ Construction ❑ Moving x❑ Reconstruction ❑ Alteration ❑ Demolition ❑ Painting ❑ Signage ❑ Other Work as described below does not involve an exterior architectural feature or involves a feature covered by the exemptions or limitations set forth in the Historic District's Act(M.G.L. Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance. District: McIntire Address of Property: 393 Essex Street Name of Record Owner: Tuition Realty Tnist, .Tames Jervini5 Trustee Description of Work Proposed: Paint all exterior trim and doors in existing color. Replace the front portion of the roof with 3-tab black shingles. Non-applicability due to work being in-kind repair or replacement. Dated: April 28, 2014 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION By:�* The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated. THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of Buildings (or any other necessary permits or approvals)prior to commencing work. 222014a SPP OF P �J0�Me� Salem Historical Commission GD 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (97815195585 FAxt)781740-0404 - APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY Pursuant to the Historic District's Act (M.G.L. Chapter 40C) and the Salem Historical Commission Ordinance, application is hereby made for issuance of Certificate of Non-Applicability as described below for: ❑ New Construction ❑ Moving ❑ Reconstruction ❑ Alteration ❑ Demolition $ Painting ❑ Sign >( Other District: � []Derby Street ❑,,Lafayette Street ❑McIntire ❑Washington Square Address of Property: I P.i Name of Record Owner(s): Owner Mailing Address: 39 r� al 7p Description of Work Proposed: av- ee t, tom , a�,6z, /,5f Name of Applicant: ❑ContraacctorConant ❑Other: Tel.#r��) �s '�riz E-mail Address: 4 7f� (p"/4A40v Certificate will be mailed to the owner unless otherwlse 'ndi ted herd Certificate should be mailed to: Name Mailing address: 31`3. City: Stata!'1"r ip: eye,4�0 r -�.:�.®_ Iv r7 � ' � 8 - -- -: j �� ° +i h _ � _ �;i. =` �� ;. tp� Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)745-9595 EXT.311 FAX(978)740-0404 CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed: ❑/ Construction ❑ Moving 9 Reconstruction ❑ Alteration ❑ Demolition ❑ Painting ❑ Signage ❑ Other Work as described below does not involve an exterior architectural feature or involves a feature covered by the exemptions or limitations set forth in the Historic District's Act(M.G.L. Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance. District: McIntire Address of Property: 393 Essex St. Name of Record Owner: Tuition Realty Trust Description of Work Proposed: Replace front door to replicate existing. No changes in color, material, design, location or outward appearance. Non-applicable due to being in kind maintenance. Dated: November 21, 2007 SM OMMISSION By: The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated. THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of Buildings(or any other necessary permits or approvals) prior to commencing work. Cl ;- �� _ � �_ - � -� � - .; I� s ,� j ,�, � __-_ 4 �' �I p,�! 4- ! 1� - � -• � I� J t' _ �� a ,� � I i , � � �` w � . � I r,, ,, i �� i i i, _ � i �--�- . �FVt' —_ i I t — � a �I I _ �.. r,�'{. • r IT — �II 4� �� ,� ;� c �� e� " f �� —-- — �� — _ i 7"" Ail I _. - Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)745-9595 EXT 311 FAX(978)740.0404 CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed: ❑, Construction ❑ Moving i< Reconstruction ❑ Alteration ❑ Demolition ❑ Painting ❑ Signage ❑ Other Work as described below does not involve an exterior architectural feature or involves a feature covered by the exemptions or limitations set forth in the Historic District's Act(M.G.L. Ch.40C)and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance. District: McIntire Address of Property: 393 Fs-ex Streeet Name of Record Owner: Tuition Realty Trust James Jervinis Trustee Description of Work Proposed: Repair/replace wood, true divided light, single glaze, clear glass windows to replicate existing. No changes in color, material, design, location or outward appearance. Non-applicable due to being in kind maintenance/replacement. Dated: September 26, 2007 SALEM H ORI AL COMMISSION By: The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated. THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. 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Other: &.Z p J�LG r PLEASE FILL OUT LEGIBLY& COMPLETELY TO AVOID DELAYS IN PROCESSING TO THE INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS: The undersigned hereby applies for a permit to build according to the following specifications: Owners Name ah'' Address & Phone T Architect's Name Address & Phone // ( ) Mechanics Name K?jA/7 42,-Pon Address & Phone ! >�n,�� /n Lm� e( ) d38`Slb Whet is to purpose of bWk[ing? Xca/ MaMds1 of trrrYdirq? OGr'/ N a dwe", for how many famwes4 WIN buk kq cordorm to law? yP s Asbestos? Estknated S d ' Clty� state a �J Brae Lpto.went Lie. / ray` nature of Applicant SKMED UNDER THE PENALTY OF PERJURY DESCRIPTION OF WORK TO BE DONE Cj� �G7�GYi/Ic/ Win„� iP_.:��A('� �'/ f�� A-Ql✓ MAIL PERMIT TO: OwhP�S Gam, I f No APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO LOCATION PERMIT GRANTED AP,P/ROV�D INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS ti D Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)745-9595 EXT.311 FAX (978)740-0404 CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed: ❑ Construction ❑ Moving ❑ Reconstruction Alteration ❑ Demolition Painting ❑ Signage ❑ Other work as described below will be appropriate to the preservation of said Historic District, as per the requirements set forth in the Historic District's Act(M.G.L. Ch. 40C)and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance. District: McIntire Address of Property 393 Essex Street Name of Record Owner: James Jervinis Description of Work Proposed: Replace green asphalt roof with charcoal gray or black asphalt roof. No changes in design. Dated: September 22.2005CAL COMMISSION By: SALEM The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated. THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspectar of Buildings (or any other necessary permits or approvals)prior to commencing work. 0 r Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)745.9595 EXT.311 FAX(978)740-0404 CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed: ❑ Construction ❑ Moving It Reconstruction ❑ Alteration Demolition ❑ Painting ❑ Signage ❑ Other Work as described below does not involve an exterior architectural feature or involves a feature covered by the exemptions or limitations set forth in the Historic Districfs Act(M.G.L. Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance. District: McIntire Address of Property: 393 Essex Street Name of Record Owner: Tames Iervinis Description of Work Proposed: Repair/replace roofing as necessary to replicate existing. No changes in color, material, design or outward appearance. Non-applicable due to being in kind maintenance. Dated: September 19, 2005 SALEM HISPRICAL COMMISSION By: The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated. THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of Buildings(or any other necessary permits or approvals)prior to commencing work. q: � I r '� ,r, at ice' - �� --� _ _ _ _ �- S55S5 �.,I I�i .A �, r. r, ,�� -�= ` _. , `..�:;. ,r.i �! jd` q �- 1 e •'�* '�.� �s3 • r �. tr_. �: �i� rg s� r��; x: .,.. ,. _; -..-, �, = � _ . .�.' ' _ . , •'� J s. - P' s j ✓ k� vT- F i �. �,, �� 1 �t �� i �, �l � � .� J .► n."i r+ fT fr F`: Ali _ 4 w,•� .,;`, r; �� 1 . , mss:. � Q4 4Y l AK I I ; � � x, c ., a•.� h i I �.'. + ` . <r�,. �_its�'� r�,. .::.: Nil 7j n I 1 ' .1 n ./ t�: T�tii;': w �l 'r I. • �'� •I T, �, rs �, i I_ '+-_ i ...y, ' C. n?4 Y\� �.�. l . � f. ,� �- �, �i� � ' �, f �, r, �,, s; � 4 s 1 mp w 11 �1 yCy Tyr �.l 1�' %r h t _ T 1. • ,t h � ,— � :�a'a� rF: :r, Salem Historical Commission 120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (978)745-9595 EXT 311 FAX(978)740-0404 , CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed: ❑ Construction ❑ Moving ❑ Reconstruction ❑ Alteration ❑ Demolition ❑ Painting ❑ Signage ❑ Other Work as described below does not involve an exterior architectural feature or involves a feature covered by the exemptions or limitations set forth in the Historic District's Act(M.G.L. Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance. District: McIntir Address of Property: 393 Fgse - Street Name of Record Owner: T n�nn Really Trust Dr James Tervinic Us Description of Work Proposed: Repaint exterior trim and front door to replicate existing. No changes in color, material, design or outward appearance. Non-applicable due to being in kind maintenance. Dated: September 13, 2005 SALEM HISTOWAL COMMISSION By: XZ7 The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated. THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of Buildings(or any other necessary permits or approvals)prior to commencing work. NONE -�-- r-- r-- 1 �A �1 !77:::�l - ~HERE LIVE—D REV.THOMASBARNABB _ RaeNun.t.�.t =4y<lkbl -.,FE823l�3.� vy r � �a .{ �� T, �;j s, � , ; � � =._ � , _ :, - � ;a . ` \ r- ..r. I ^FI` . '..'.- � JV IV L,II f - �= __ _,-_ _ — �_- � , —;�<< .� - =- '+ � -- � ■ � � a „� - _ - _f r' -s+ I r r � ► iRod "—..Moo� orY 4 :-,��➢fir h � / ' 00 f nPiMs ►b_'� _gym �►_—/—� ui. o mm �i�i i■ .m ■ NII �� L' �,: ■ Rol iAw ------------- =i �I l+ �I..� _. �_ ��_ ----. - �,i�-�I� �- ,_. :.,. F• 1�� f� �" ---�:s �� :� �- _ - - C � �� , „�, ��. � ; ,�. � ��: _� ®, �� 1 �.�-==- ... -�. _ �a , -��`v _ �. ._ � , � 4 � L 6 t A Y `�" l � _ �� r. � . —� I S � {r` � I 1 '� � —� — � d � - — ��' r - - � s ' - ��.� � .. fCl•11]E Dpi%. Salem Historical Commission ONE SALEM GREEN,SALEM;MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (508)745.9595 EXT.311 CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed: ❑ Construction ❑ Moving ❑ Reconstruction ❑ Alteration ❑ Demolition X Painting ❑ Signage ❑ Other Work as described below does not involve an exterior architectural feature or involves a feature covered by the exemptions or limitations set forth in the Historic District's Act(M.G.L. Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historic Districts Ordinance. District: McIntire Address of Property: 393 Essex Street Name of Record Owner: Tuition Realty Trust Description of Work Proposed: Repainting of trim. No change in color, material, design and outward appearance. Non-applicable due to being in-kind maintenance. Dated: 9/7/95 S{�ALLE/M' HISTORICAL COMMISSION � By: /' The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). All work commenced must be completed within one year from this date unless otherwise indicated. THIS IS NOT A BUILDING PERMIT. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of Buildings (or any other necessary permits or approvals)prior to commencing work. e .--- - _ __ _; Y.• _ nl a - l. ll- 5� 3 �ss�� r/r�/�� - - �j -, - - , �` �r - - --- -- __-� �II� �- _ �, ,� � _ ,. `^ a y �,s'� 2 y }. ...:: � �9A _�� _ - _ �� — i — - � N Y � � �- - . , -- u �:- fi Y � Yr�� c Sc v.id�}.� M ��/V' I- .COMW,,, 3 Salem Historical Commission CITY HALL. SALEM. MASS. 01970 A 4' v�IMMa CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS u, =a It. is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commissionvh determined that the proposed construction [ ]; reconstruction [ ]; demolition [ ]; moving [ ]; alteration [X]; painting [ ]; sign or- other appurtenant fixture [ ] work as described below in the . McIntire Historic District-. (NAME OF HISTORIC DISTRICT) `` Address of Property: 393 Essex St. Name of Record Owner: Tuition Realty Trust DESCRIPTION OF WORK PROPOSED: Installation of railing on front step (right side) as per photo presented, painted black. To be installed into plain finish of door, not into reeding of pilasters. will be appropriate to the preservation of said Historic District, as per the requirements set forth in the Historic District's Act (mass. General Law Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historical Commission. Please be sure to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of Buildings prior to commencing work. Dated: 1/5/95 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION BY-4 y l / I C airman 4 Salem Historical Commission ONE SALEM GREEN,SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (617)745-9595, EXT.311 December 16 , 1991 William Monroe Zoning Enforcement Office One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 Dear Mr. Monroe: On June 19, 1991, the Board of Appeal approved a variance for 393 Essex Street which confirmed the use of the property as professional offices, medical or dental clinic on the first floor with upper stories to be maintained as three residential dwelling units . The Salem Historical Commission has recently received numerous complaints concerning work that has since been completed at this property. Of particular concern has been the loss of trees and other landscaping to make way for an asphalt parking lot which nearly completely blankets the land. 393 Essex Street is believed to have been built circa 1740 . Architecture in Salem by Bryant F. Tolles , Jr. offers the following information: "This two and one-half story, wood-frame and clapboard house is one of Salem' s most outstanding large gambrel- roof Georgian Colonial dwellings . . . .During the Revolution the house was owned by Rev. Thomas Barnard, the pastor of the Old North Church, who played a significant role in the "Leslie' s Retreat" episode of 1775 at the North Bridge in Salem. . . .William P. Andrews bought the property in 1816 , and the Andrews family owned it fcr almost a century. " Early photos show a handsome fence which is new gone. This exterior work of the removal of trees and extensive asphalting has caused substantial detriment to the public good by transforming a property, located in an R-2 district, which essentially still appeared a fine Georgian Colonial residence, into what now appears as an inappropriate building reuse. While the Commission had no objection to the use of the first floor as professional offices, we had expected that the property would continue to retain the character and feeling of a residence. The work completed since the Board of Appeals decision in no way helps retain that character and feeling. In addition, the Salem Historical Commission believes that this work is in violation of the Decision of the Board of Appeal in that the Variance was subject to the condition that "approval of the Salem Historic Commission be obtained if any exterior work ( is) to (be) done" . To remedy this situation, the Commission believes that the property owner should be required by the Zoning Enforcement Officer to present a landscape design for approval by the Salem Historical Commission. The landscape design should include appropriate trees, planting, fencing and partial removal of asphalt paving. Thank you for your consideration of this request. Sincerely, zy THE SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION Annie C. Harris Chairman JG\JG\393ESSE%2 y Cita of Salem, 'Mttssadjusetts Puttra of '�1p}iettl December 4, 1991 Annie C. Harris, Chairman Salem Historical Commission RE: 393 Essex St. Dear Ms. Harris: Thank you for your letter of November 20, 1991 regarding the above referenced property. While the Board takes no position at this time regarding the information you provided us in your letter, the Board is always concerned with possible violations of conditions placed on our decisions. Under MGL Chapter 40A, the Zoning Board of Appeal can only react to petitions and appeals made in writing to us on proper forms. Any perceived violation must be first reported, in writing, to the Zoning Enforcement Officer William Munroe, who then has fourteen (14) to respond to your request. In the spirit of cooperation and to assist in expediting this matter, I have forwarded a copy of this letter to Mr. Munroe and a copy of your letter of November 20, 1991 . You may wish to contact':Mr. Munroe if you have further questions. As always, if we can be of further assistance please let us know. Sincerely, Richard A. Bencal, Chairman Board of Appeal RAB:bms cc: William Munroe Salem Historical Commission ONE SALEM GREEN, SALEM.MASSACHUSETTS 01970 16171 745-9595, EXT.311 November 20, 1991 Richard Bencal, Chairman Board of Appeal One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 Dear Chairman Bencal : On June 19 , 1991, the Board of Appeal approved a variance for 393 Essex Street which confirmed the use of the property as professional offices , medical or dental clinic on the first floor with upper stories to be maintained as three residential dwelling units . The Salem Historical Commission has recently received numerous complaints concerning work that has since been completed at this property. Of particular concern has been the loss of trees and other landscaping to make way for an asphalt parking lot which nearly completely blankets the land. 393 Essex Street is believed to have been built circa 1740 . Architecture in Salem by Bryant F . Tolles, Jr. offers the following information: "This two and one-half story, wood-frame and clapboard house is one of Salem' s most outstanding large gambrel- roof Georgian Colonial dwellings . . . .During the Revolution the house was owned by Rev. Thomas Barnard, the pastor of the Old North Church, who played a significant role in the "Leslie ' s Retreat" episode of 1775 at the North Bridge in Salem. . . .William P . Andrews bought the property in 1816, and the Andrews family owned it for almost a century. " Early photos show a handsome fence which is now gone. This exterior work of the removal of trees and extensive asphalting has caused substantial detriment to the public good by transforming a property, located in an R-2 district, which essentially still appeared a fine Georgian Colonial residence into what now appears as an inappropriate building reuse. While the Commission had no objection to the use of the first floor as professional offices, we had expected that the property would continue to retain the character and feeling of a residence. The work completed since the Board of Appeals decision in no way helps retain that character and feeling. In addition, the Salem Historical Commission believes that this work is in violation of the Decision of the Board of Appeal in that the Variance was subject to the condition that "approval of the Salem Historic Commission be obtained if any exterior work (is) to (be) done" . To remedy this situation, the Commission believes that the property owner should be required to present a landscape design for approval by the Salem Historical Commission, as required by the Board of Appeal, which would include appropriate trees, planting, fencing and partial removal of asphalt paving. Thank you for your consideration of this request. Sincerely, THE SALEM HISTORICA COMMISSION Annie C. Harris Chairman JG\JG\393BSSEX � 1 (�-J" of �jttlrm, 4Russachuse4s, �J; S -Suttra of Appeal DECISION ON THE PETITION OF FREDERICK & MARGARET KEACH FOR VARIANCE AT 393 ESSEX ST. (R-2) A hearing on this petition was held June 19, 1991 with the following Board Members present: Richard Bencal, Chairman; Richard Febonio, Edward Luzinski, Mary Jane Stirgwolt and Associate Member Ronald Plante. Notice of the hearing was sent to abutters and others and notices of the hearing were properly published in the Salem Evening News in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A. Petitioners, owners of the property, are seeking a variance to confirm the use of the property as professional offices, medical or dental clinic on the firs floor and the upper stories to be maintained as three residential dwelling units. The property is located in an R-2 district. The Variance which has been requested may be granted upon a finding of the Board that: a. Special conditions and circumstances exist which especially affect the land, building or structure involved and which are not generally affecting other land-- buildings and structures in the same district. b. Literal enforcement of the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance would involve substantial hardship, financial or otherwise, to the petitioner. c. Desirable relief may be granted without substantial detriment to the public good and without nullifying or substantially derogating from the intent cf the district or the purpose of the Ordinance. The Board of Appeal, after careful consideration of the evidence presented at the hearing, and after viewing the plans :hakes the following findings of fact: 1 . The building has been used as a combination doctor/dentist office and residential property since 1957. 2. The present owner purchesed the building in 1960 and has practiced dentistry there since that time. 3. The upper floors of the building were always used for residential purposes. 4. The present conbination of first floor professional offices and three residential dwelling units on the upper stories has been in existance since 1964. 5. The daytime use of the first floor professional offices is beneficial to the neighborhood in that it does not require overnight parking. 6. There have been numerous doctor's offices along Essex Street and Highland Avenue between this property and the Salem Hospital. • DECISION ON THE PETITION OF FREDERICK & MARGARET KEACH FOR VARIANCE AT 393 ESSEX STREET, SALEM page two On the basis of the above findings of fact, and on the evident presented at the hearing, the Board of Appeal concludes as follows: 1 . Special conditions exist which especially affect the subject property but not the district in general. 2. Literal enforcement of the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance would involve substantial hardship to the petitioners. 3. The relief requested can be granted without substantial detriment to the p1blic good and without nullifying or substantially derogating from the intent of the district or the purpose of the Ordinance. Therefore, the Zoning Board of Appeal voted unanimously, 5-0, to grant the Variance requested, subject to the following conditions: 1 . Any renovations be done in compliance with the State Building Code. 2. Approval of-.the Salem Historic Comnission be obtained if any exterior work to done. 3. All requirements of the City of Salem Fire Department relative to smoke and fire safety be strictly adhered to. 4. Use be limited to professional offices, medical or dental clinic, on the first floor and the upper stories be maintained as three residential units. Variance Granted June 19, 1991 ✓�Ilee o LI,/t,/�,tfr�� Mary�fee Stirgw , Member, Board of Appeal A COPY OF THIS DECISION HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE PLANNING BOARD AND THE CITY CLERK Appeal from this decision, If any,shall be'm ift Pursuant to Section 1T tR the Mass. General Laws, Chapter 808, and shall be tiled within 20 days after the date of filing of this decision in the office of the cityCler ante Pursuant to Mass.General Laws,Chapter 8o8. Section 11, r— or Special Permit "ranted herein shall not take effect until a copy of th2,v x decision, bearin{� the carliflcation of the City Clerk that 20 days have r- ry elapsed and no appeal has been fired. or that,if such appeal has been. . filed, that it has been dismisscd or denied is recorded in the South Essex _ Registry of Deeds and indexed under the name or the owner of record or o the owner's Certificate of Title. Is recorded and noted an BOARD OF APPEAL -� n r,; y _ Titg of �ttlem, ffiassar4uutts Public Propertp Department =` ' NuilDing Department (ane t4atem (5reen 508-745-9595 Ext. 388 n�i C" ®�4� William H. Munroe O L � I Jy9 Director of Public Property Inspector of Buildings '0 Zoning Enforcement Officer 4i March 5 , 1992 Annie C. Harris, Chairperson Salem Historical Commission RE; 393 Essex Street Dear Annie; I have reviewed your letter regarding the removal of trees at the above referenced property. I have also reviewed the decision of the Board of Appeal and the conditions on that decision. Landscaping, hottopping and fencing do not require permits from any city department other than the height of the fence and the proximity of hottop to property lines . The intent of the Zoning Board of Appeal may have been to regulate these activies when they referred to "exterior work" , however, that expression, as far as this department is concerned, would imply building work only. This department is always prepared to support the Commission in any way we can but in this matter I would find it difficult to present a case. Sincerely, William H. Munroe Zoning Enforcement Officer Inspector of Buildings WHM;bms N �I7 A � �n f Salem Historical Commission ONE SALEM GREEN.SALEM. MASSACHUSETTS 01970 (61 7) 745-9595, EXT. 311 June 13, 1991 Richard Bencal , Chairman Board of Appeal One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 Dear Chairman Bencal : The Salem Historical Commission is in receipt of your agenda for June 19 , 1991 of which petitions for 6 Ober Street, 17 Skerry Street, 393 Essex Street , 156 Brdige Street and 124 Boston Street will be heard. Enclosed for your information are building survey forms for these 5 properties, which are between 75 and 250 years old. While the Commission takes no position on these petitions, we are hopeful that the decisions made on these buildings will be with careful consideration of their historic architecture . In this regard, the Commission would be pleased to offer design review, should the Board of Appeal request such services . Please also be advised that 393 Essex Street is located wi::.hin the McIntire Historic District and any work proposed for the exterior of the property will require Commission review and approval . Thank you for your consideration . Sincerely, V// THE SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION Annie C . Harris Chairman J4132