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Salem Historical Commission
120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970
(978)619-5685 FAX(978)740-0404
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has determined that the proposed:
171 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; 17 Fowler Street
Name of Record Owner: Mary Tolan and George Claassen
Description of Work Proposed:
Construct new cedar fence and gate at end of driveway to match design of existing rear fence. New fence to be
5'tall and 15'long with gate to be 5'tall and 4'wide. Fence and gate to be left unpainted.
Dated: May 11, 2016 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION
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 if
Buildings (or any other necessary permits or approvals)prior to commencing work.
Date Stamp
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APR 13 2016
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Salem Historical Commission CO MUNITY DEVELOPMENT
120 WASHINGTON STREET.SALEM.MASSACHUSETTS 01970 For Office Use Only
(976)619-5685 FAX 1978)740-0404
APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
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 a Certificate of Appropriateness for:
❑✓ New Construction ❑ Moving ❑ Reconstruction ❑ Alteration
❑ Demolition ❑ Painting ❑ Sign ❑ Other
District: ❑Derby Street Elafayette Street ✓❑McIntire ❑Washington Square
Address of Property: 17 Fowler St
Name of Record Owner(s): Mary Tolan and George Claassen
Owner Mailing Address: 17 Fowler St
Description of Work Proposed
Please type orpmit clearly.Atiach additional sheets,as necessary.
We would like to have a cedar fence with a cedar gate nstalled at the end of our driveway. Fence will Y high 15
feet long. The cedar gate will be 4'x4'.
Installation will be conducted by The Original Boston Fence Company.They told me they have a lot of experience
working in the historical McIntyre District.
The general contractor will be F=Dan Beauvais from Dan Beauvais Builders,who does a lot of restoration work in
the McIntyre District.
The fence will not be painted and remain the original cedar.
Name of Applicant: George Ctaassen _ ❑✓ Owner❑Contractor❑Tenant❑Other:
Signature: P r c`— Date:4/9/2016
Tel.#: 978-536-6745 E-mail Adaress: gelaassen@hotmail.com
Certificate will be mailed to the owner unless otherwise indicated here:
Certificate should be mailed to: Name
Mailing address: City: State:_Zip:
PROCEDURES FOR FILING APPLICATIONS
A. Be prepared to apply for approvals well in advance of commencing any exterior work. Before making any changes to the exterior of a property
in an historic district,the owner should call or visit the Commission representative at the Department of Planning&Community Development at
discuss proposed alterations and to determine the category of the application(Appropriateness.Non-Applicability or Hardship).
B. The Commission normally meets on the first and third Wednesdays of-each month and notices are posted at City Hall. The meetings are held at
120 Washington Street,3rd floor.and begin at 7:00 p.m. All meetings are open to the public and any person is entitled to appear and be heard
on any matter before the Commission before it reaches a decision.
C. An application for a Certificate of Appropriateness or Hardship must be received by 3:00 p.m.on the Monday 16 days before the meeting in
order to make the agenda. An application for a Certificate of Non-Applicability may normally be added to the agenda up to the day of the
meeting. In some cases,a Certificate of Non-Applicability may be issued by the Clerk,without review by the full Commission,after notitying
Commission members and allowing 24 hours for any otjection. There is no fee for any applications.
D. All applications for Certificates of Appropriateness or Hardship.require a public hearing. Notice of the hearing must be posted with the City
Clerk 14 days before the hearing and abutters must be notified in writing. Commission staff will handle these procedures. A public hearing is
not required for a Certificate of Non-Applicability,
E. Applications must be submitted by the owner of the property. A contractor for the owner.at the owner's request,may submit an application on
the owner's behalf In case of a tenant,a waiver of the owner's appearance may be granted at the discretion of the Commission ifit is requested
by the owner.
F. All applications must include photos of existing conditions,taken from all public ways. No certificates can be issued until receipt of photos.
G. An application will not be considered complete unless all work items are thoroughly described on sealed drawings and include specifications
regarding dimensions. materials. and any other infermation needed for the Commission to visualize the changes in order to make a
determination. Applications for paint colors should include a paint chip or chart. The following items should be included in your drawings as
applicable(exhibits should be 8 Y x I 1 or be able to be folded to 8 1/1 x 11):
1. Site plan showing location of improvements;
2. Elevation drawings of the specific improvements;
3. DetaiWprofiles(i.e.moldings.fence caps.cornices,vents,etc.):
4. Materials(i.e.wood,brick,etc.);
5. Dimensions(i.e.size of trim);and
6. Transformers,heat pump and condenser locations,electrical entries and meters, lamp posts,stove pipes.
H. At the hearing,the Commission will discuss the appli:ation with the applicant or his representative,hear the abutters and take a vote. Owners
having professional consultants such as architects or contractors are urged to have them be present at the hearing. If the application is approved,
a Certificate will be mailed to the mailing address provided on the application and copies will be sent to the City Clerk and Building Inspector.
Please note that the application can be continued urdl the next meeting if the Commission deems necessary(i.e. for reasons of incomplete
drawings,to perform a site visit.etc.). In any case,the Commission must make a determination within 60 days from the date the application is
received,unless the applicant waives that requiremeri in writing.
1. A property owner or a contractor cannot receive a building permit unless a Certificate has been issued. Please be sure to obtain appropriate
permits from the Inspector of Buildings(or other necessary permits and approvals)prior to commencing work.
J. The homeowner may opt not to commence the work approved(unless it relates to resolving an outstanding violation). Work commenced must
be completed within one year from the Certificate date unless otherwise indicated.
K. The City of Salem reserves the right to inspect the project to determine compliance with the conditions set forth in the Certificate issued.
Violations
A person commencing or completing work to the exterior of building in an historic district without the necessary approval ofthe Commission is subject
to fines of up to$500 per day from the date of violation. The Commission is not responsible for an owner's neglect to inquire about necessary City permits
and approvals. All records are public and we will confidentially assist you if you are concerned that someone in your neighborhood is in violation.
Assistance
The Commission's guidelines are available for viewing at the City of Salem Department of Planning&Community Development(DPCD),at the Salem
Public Library or on-line.at htto:�,www.salem.com/Pages/Sn'entMA Historic/index. The guidelines provide examples of what is historically appropriate
(or inappropriate) for Salem's neighborhoods including tram, siding, barrier free access, doors, lienees, gutters/downspouts, masonry, mechanical
equipment.paint colors,parking solutions.porches/steps.roofing,satellite dishes&solar energy systems.secondary egress,skylights,utilities,windows.
etc. These guidelines help you understand what changes arc likely or unlikely to be approved. The Commission supports your efforts to improve your
property and can guide you on historical appropriateness. Further information, including City-wide architectural inventories,is available. For more
information,contact the Clerk of the Commission at the DPCD, 120 Washington Street.Salem,MA 01970,978 619-5985. Rev.10/12
ATTACHED DOCUMENTATION
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:
Photos of existing conditions,taken from all public ways
Site plan showing location of improvements
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")
Location and size of all mechanical equipment, such as transformers,HVAC equipment,
electrical service and meters, and proposed screening
THE ORIGINAL proposal
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FENCE Beverly, MA 01915
COMPANY "The Only /Fence Company Phone: 978-236-4001
BBB 800-585-7753
Ton'll/Ever.Need' Fax: 978-236-4004
www.bostonfenceandvinyl.com bostonfenceandvinyl@gmail.com
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Any alteration or deviation from above specifications involving extra costs Company „l/ (//�
will be executed only upon written order,and will become an extra Representative I / U'
charge over and above the estimate.Compressor work or"pins"will be OFFICE AVAILABILITY-THURSDAY 1 -5 PM
charged separately as required.Minimum labor$375.00
• Customer is responsible to show Boston Fence property lines.
Acceptance of Noposal
CHECK/CASH ONLY
The above prices,specifications and conditions are satisfactory and are
hereby accepted.You are authorized to do the work as specified.
Payments will be made as outlined above.
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STAFF MEMORANDUM
From: Patti Kelleher
Date: May 4, 2016
RE: 17 Fowler Street
Historic Name: John Shaw House
Date Constructed: 1857
Style: Gothic Revival/Greek Revival cottage
Proposal:
Install new 5'tall cedar fence with gate at end of driveway. Fence to be simple solid board design with 5x5
posts with caps, 1x4 boards and 2x3 rails. Gate to be 4'x4'.
• Fence to match existing rear fence
• Fence to remain unpainted.
Staff Comments:
• Earlier images of house show various versions of fence designs at the front of driveway(see attached)
• Existing side and rear fences are painted/stained—rear is brown and side is white. u $
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Existing Fence at rear of lot
Salem Historical Commission
120 WASHINGTON STREET. SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970
(978) 745-9595 EXT.311 FAX (978)740-0404
DT: :9piil3, 2009
TO: George Claaseen &Mary Tolan
17 Fowler Street
Salem, MA 01970
RE Property Address: 17 Fowler Street
Dear Property Owner:
The Salem Historical Commission is making an effort to update its record of properties with open
violations or outstanding work required to be undertaken. In this regard,your property is on this
record for:
Temporary installation of white picket fence firm corner of ell across tbeyard, to be removed no later
by 91 1/06 per Certificate of Non-applicability dated 3/2/06.
We are hopeful that this issue has already been resolved and are requesting that within 30 days you
forward a photograph which documents that the violation has been corrected or the outstanding
work has been completed. Photographs can be mailed,dropped off or emailed to:
Jane A. Guy
City of Salem
Department of Planning&Community Development
120 Washington St., 3rd Floor
Salem,MA 01970
jguyj2salem.com
If you wish to request an alternative to the removal of the violation and/or to the outstanding work
required to be undertaken, applications are available at:
htg2://salem.com/Pages/SaleniMA Historic/index.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Sincerely,
Hqn4ahjDtOzzt
Chair
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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 -7� 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 17 Fowler Street
Name of Record Owner: George Claassen&Mary Tolan
Description of Work Proposed:
Removal offront entry railings and replacement of entry decking, retaining existing footprint. Replacement to
include the continuation of the step along both sides of the decking. Option to attach small wood handrail to
house. Entire to be all natural wood.
Dated: March 2, 2006 SALECAL COMMISSION
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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.
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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 ';!L, 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: 17 Fowler Street
Name of Record Owner: George Claassen&George &Maar TolanTolan
Description of Work Proposed:
Temporary installation of white picket fence from corner of ell across the yard. Fence to be removed no later
than September 1, 2006.
Dated: March 2. 2006 SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION
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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.
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Dear Jane,
Thanks you for your kind letter and extra instructions. Sorry for only getting back to you
now, it's been a busy holiday season for us.
We enclosed the pictures and drawing you requested as well as the application form. We
plan to do the work in the spring pending the relevant approval, so we are not really in a
hurry.
If there is anything else you need feel free to contact us,
Most sincerely yours,
George Claassen and Mary Tolan
17 Fowler St
Salem
MA 01970
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Salem Historical Commission
120 WASHINGTON STREET,SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970
(978)745-9595 EXT.311 FAX(978)740-0404
October 13,2005
NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Mary Tolan
17 Fowler Street
Salem, MA 01970
Dear Ms. Tolan:
It has come to the attention of the Salem Historical Commission that work has been
undertaken on your property at 17 Fowler Street,which is located in a local historic district - :.e.,
fence installation. According to our files, no Certificate of Appropriateness, Hardship, or Non-
Applicability has been issued for this work and the Building Inspector had issued a Stop Work Order
for this installation.
Please stop all work on the exterior of the property. Within 30 days, please submit an
application for the Commission to review the work completed as well as any additional work you
may be planning on undertaking. If you need assistance, please feel free to contact our staff
assistant,Jane Guy,at the Department of Planning and Community Development, 120 Washington
Street, Salem, MA (978 745-9595, Ext. 311).
Thank you for your assistance in preserving the architectural integrity of Salem's Historic
Districts.
Sincerely,
Hannah Diozzi
Chair
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Salem Historical Commission
ONE SALEM GREEN.SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970
(508) 745.9595 EXT. 311 FAX (508) 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 )k 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: 17 Fowler Street
Name of Record Owner: Mr. & Mrs Albert LeDuc
Description of Work Proposed:
Installation offence to replicate the fence at the 19 Fowler Street lot line (Photo A) to be located along the rear
lot line and with an approximate 10'return on the Westerly (left) lot line. Smooth side offence to face
neighbors.
Dated: April 2, 1998 SALEM HIS OMMISSION
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The homeowner has the option not to commence the work(unlessrelates to r olving 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.
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CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY
It is hereby certified that the Salem Historical Commission has
determined that the proposed construction [ ]; reconstruction [x];
demolition [ ]; moving [ ]; alteration
[ ]; painting [ ]; sign or
other appurtenant fixture [ ] work as described below in the . . .
McIntire Historic District.
(NAME OF HISTORIC DISTRICT)
Address of Property: 17 Fowler Street
Name of Record Owner: Albert-Ruth LeDuc
DESCRIPTION OF WORK PROPOSED:
Replacement of two first floor windows to match existing. No changes
in color, material, design or outward appearance. Windows to be wood,
with intregal muttins & mullions. Non-applicable due to being an in-
kind replacement.
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 (MA- ren. Law, Ch. 40C) and the Salem Historical Commission. Please be sure
to obtain the appropriate permits from the Inspector of Buildings prior to commencing.
Dated: 10/13/93 SALEM HHIISTTOORICALCOM SSION
Chairman