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56 WARD STREET - BUILDING INSPECTION Lniversal® 2tjlF i co ` W&EET PERMIT x ' Citp of timer ®nnusW� (office of 31nOpector of 36uilbingg Cir'ly.7fall N — F� 20 I`7 J ermr'ssron is\fr�ere6y yrue�n-�(o�.� to occupy�or ✓_U-V /�,` \"��=� _l�- /1 , purposes h7 jEonl oFeslale oFslo(ema/� o`slreel. `.7Srrs permrl rs 6mileo(lo A A4 e L1 20 , su6lecl to ISre proursrons of I e ordnances ano(slalules m relation to cSlreels andlSre,7nspeclron and C'ionslruchbn Of13ur/dinys in(Fre cry o`cSalem. J/)ArUll aireclw�.Pu6Ge cSero�cu � E f/aep�m ol.S7fui(dnyt `Xc•$iyna/vre ol`.Applcan/ P 1 ._ __ ' 02/06/2017 23:51 7813371171 FINNERTY INSURANCE PAGE 02/03 r Copy Wes� Surety Company POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That WESTERN SURETY COMPANY,a corporation orgentrad and e*-aV under the Saves of the State of Seth Oaketa,and authorized and licensed to do business in the States of Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Adlanses, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delowaae, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawed, Idaho, Illinois, klritena, Iowa. Kansas, Kentucky. L.mmana, Maine, _ Maryland,Massachusetts, Michigan,Mirmasota Misaisslppl,Missoud,Montana,Nobrescs,Nevada,Now Hampshire,Now Jersey, New Mexico. New York, Nath Casino, Nath 110kota, Ohio, Oklahoma Oregon, Perusyhninla, Rhode tslend, South Camims, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the Unftd States of Amerim does there]make,constitute slid appoint Paul T. Brufat — of —_ � o>?ti_C�?s,_ State of�_. __..�_ oriTt, nakata ,dstoo"elected 4tir ,P ontdetiL as Adomoy-in.Fact with full power and authority neraby conterred upon him to sign,exemuts, acknowledge and deliver for and on its behalf as Surety and as bs act and deed,the followwing bond: One Dumster Cifg.Q,f Salem bond with bond number for as Principal in time penalty amount not to exceed: S 3 92 00 Western Surely Compary further ccrfAas that the following is a imo and exact copy of Section 7 of the bylaws of Weatem Surety Company duly adoplof and now in face.tis-& Secoon 7. All tromdo,panel,mmdartakings, Power of Anomey,or-otter obkgaWns of thir corporation shell ea exedued in the mate ratrne of the Co n ony by the Preeidad,Seae2ery,any aasMant Soma".Treasurer,or any Vnce Pmeiamn.of by each oars otTcer as she Board of Directom may sWhonte. The President any Vice PreaMenr, Secretary, any Asaahula Sacre",, or me Treasurer may appoim Aftwrxn s-W-Fact or agtmts who alms have,Who*M issue W Ms,po tea,or undertaldngs in Ina name of the Company. The caMmte soon is not necessary tat the vatkaty of any bands,PaUdes,undert W",Powers of Aft""or oats abiiga0orre of etre corpuriiat. The signeexe of any each officer and the amporale Raaf may be printed by faealmile. In Witness Whereof, the said WESTERN SURETY COMPANY has caused these presents to be executed by is Vii; prFdAQAt with the corporate seat affixed this ...--,.ftt.DL--day of _M.aa-qb , 201,6. � ATTEST WESTE N�URET COMPANY "�Amfstam Secet&—y �f Paul TAMIst,Viae President �yK*<rrty,ybe STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTADAKOTAiF 3` ,+ pt',_,'*; COUNTY OF MINNEHAHA ' ........ On this 16th —day of March _ __ z 016 befixe mc,a Notary PUpbc,perrwnalty appeared t3.�uflat,.- and I�Nela,4n who.beig by me duly swan,aolmowletIgad that that'sinned the some Power of Adomay as Vice President and Assistant Secretary, respectively,of the sold WESTERN SURETY COMPANY,and admowledged raid Instrument to be the voluntary act and dead of said Corporation. ♦MwM+,�wvYMM4hwwryM�rM14 !t J. MONR i �Nt7fARy Pl1taLIG �tJSOU7H GAftCi1A -- M..n,w4wrtiw�.�wwwr.w,.ww.wf my Commission expire, June 23, 2021 Notay WbllC To validate bond authenticity,No ko a4wa gP asPxBb.eum >OwnertOblilp a Services a Validate Bond Ceveeraze. FaMFiat&i�=e a 02/06/2017 23:51 7813371171 FINNERTY INSURANCE PAGE 01/03 < 4. ggggg Copy Effective Date: March 16th., 2016 Wes-Lem Surety Conipany LICENSE AND PERBUT BOND KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS: Bond No. 62711900 That we,ElY 3imenez of xYd U_ ,State of Massaehus etts as Principal, and WESTERN SURETY COMPANY,a corporation duly Licensed to do surety business in the State of Massachusetts _ as Surety,are held and firmly bound.unto the City of salsa _ ,State of s ,as Obligee,in the penal sum of One Thousand and,_00/100 . DOLLARS(�Q.00:Qp ), lawful money of the United States, to be paid to the Obligee, for which ptyment well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves and our legal representatives,firmly by these presents. THE CONDITION OF THE ABOVE OBL.LOATION IS SUCH, That whereas, the Principal has been licensed Dempster City of Salem by the Obligee. NOW THEREFORE, if the Principal shall faithfully perform the duties and in all things comply with the laws and ordinances, including all amendments thereto, pertaining to the license or permit applied for, hen this obligation to be void, otherwise to remaix in full force and effect until Marc 16th 2017 ,unless renewed by Continw!ition Certificate. This bond may be terminated at,any time by the Surety upon sending notice in writing, by First Class U.S.Mail,to the Obligee and to the Principal at the address last known to the Surety,and at the expiration Of from the mailing of said notice, this bond shall ipiw facto terminate and the Surety a eved from any liability for any acts or omissions oIF the Principal subsequent to said number of years this bond shall continue in 4iatce, the number of claims made bo Y'stha number of premiums which shall be payable i>r paid, the Surety's total limit of ` shall not a1S>lnulative from year to year or period to period,and in no event shall the Surety's total 31gTity�rlgexceed the amount set forth above. Any revision of the bond amount shall not be euAft'ye. f1"1�1t�RPS llateq lana _._ 16th day of March . .....20U—. �� Principal Principal WESTE S.U�RRE COMPANY By�!�z /. PaulT.Bjollat,Vice President Falx x.7$12-2015 02/06!2017 23:51 7813371171 FINNERTY INSURANCE PAGE 03103 copy ACENOWIA`'DG�NT OF SURETY (Cptporate Officer) STKTF OF SOM DAKOTA ss offtaer, COUNTY OF MINNFIIABA ) 2016 before me,the undors'gr" MarCk�,,,. • bunaeK'tobethesihresaid 16th d of who ark nowledged d so bo do.executed on this �' Pain T 8ruflat_—.-----�--- * o+��cer.beingauthoriae selfaeouch p®rwrrsl�y appeared �'-^""'"' eud that be ss arch. pion by him officer of YVfiSTERId a s Psrst to the name of the coTPsr'e the foregoing In®t�'oent for the Purlases tbcrciu eontei d.by aign'ng officer, 'OF,I hnve bexeanto sat my bard and official eeel IN PPITNFrSS WHE ��tiMYMhI'h�i'rhMsYn4AtiYAr / _ _.v...�.—�.v'�'_"_._.r..... # M.SENT f F.�b-tjr--90,*h � Da, tars= N pY iH mm(mis `vTrs=Dwm $ OF PRINCIPAL u.,t ACKNO iOOMENT My CoRni.ssion Expires March 2, �,ndr�ddualorPurenere) 11tJt({„as STATEOF _... . me Personally sppeared COUNTY OF - ---' '' _ _ before day of._.�.--•-----'- cknowlc:8goa to me 1- on this ------ the foxegoinl6 iustrum be the individual. described in.sod who executed known to me to tbat_he_ executed the eefog. My commission ewes -" Nrnary Po ACIINOV�ULDGMF'NT OF PRINCIPAL (Corpprate OffieaO STATE OF COUNTY OF — ` 1 bef are mo peroonfinyaPPe"ied on this __.------".,..any of ------ to be the —__- n corPpTati°n and Khat helohe as wbo sclmowladg'ed himselAherself a thtrein containod by si004 Of .-.•••. '" secuted the f<ut going ins u0 ot for �e pm"P'sss authorized so is ds' e,,&officer bcW9 ration by��¢Iflherself as such officer. the name of the corps My commission expires - NotaPublic � ` I t G G W t v o m z VV z w W.Springfield,MA 5 Pittsfield, MA (413) 781-2897 (888) , 98 Quincy, MA a Worcester, MA (617)479-2619 (888)881-4598 Mattapoisett, MA ierCape Cod &Islands (508)758-6633 (888)881-4598 Rhode Island { —� --- linc4 Hartford,CT (888)881-4598 BUTLER (888)881-4598 Building Commissioner or Boardof Healt r Inspector of Buildings Board of Se etrnen City of Salem City of S em 120 Washington Street 120 W hington Street 3rd Floor 4th F aor Salem, MA 01970 Sa in MA 01970 Attention: Records A t tion: Records COMPANY: Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, London POLICY NUMBER: QMP1656324 CLAIM NUMBER: INSURED: 56 Ward Street Condominium LOSS LOCATION: 56 Ward Street, Salem, MA DATE OF LOSS: 01/24/2017 DESCRIPTION: Wind& Water OUR FILE NUMBER: B17-40815 To Whom It May Concern: Claim has been made involving loss, damage, or destruction of the above captioned property which may either exceed $1,000, or cause Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 143, Section 6, to be applicable. If any notice under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 139, Section 3B, is appropriate, please direct it to the attention of this writer and include a reference to the captioned insured, location, policy number, company claim number, date of loss, and claim or file number. Sincerely, Jeff Mangarpan Claims Adjuster P—603-742-9747 -office F—617-479-1740 jeffin@georgebutleradjusters.com i i On this date, I caused copies of this notice to be sent to the persons named above at the address indicated above, by first class mail. Secretary February 9, 2017 209 Park Avenue,West Springfield,MA 01089 C� CITY 4F SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS PUBLIC PROPERTY DEPARTMENT ,p 120 WASHINGTON STREET, 3RD FLOOR 4W'y�g SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 STANLEY J. USOVICZ, JR. TELEPHONE: 978-745-9595 EXT. 380 MAYOR FAX: 978-740-9846 VIOLATION NOTICE `=' PROPERTY LOCATION 56 WARD STREET July 27, 2005 Christopher Knight Unit 2A 56 Ward Street Salem, MA 01970 Dear Mr. Knight; The above listed property has been found to be in violation of the following State Codes and/or City Ordinances: 780 CMR, State Building Code, Section 121. Unsafe Structures. Regarding the porches on the left side of this structure, there is considerable rot, severe twisting of some of the support posts. There are concerns that these porches have the potential to have an excessive live load, and that this could further exacerbate the potential for collapse. Until such time as these are repaired or rebuilt, use of these porches must cease, and access must be denied. Said violations must begin to be corrected,repaired, and/or brought into compliance within 2 days of your receipt of this notice. Failure to do so may result in further actions being brought against you, up to and including the filing of complaints at District Court. If you have any questions regarding this letter,please contact the Building Inspectors Office at (978) 745-9595, extension 386. Sincerely, josthE. Barbeau, Jr. Assistant Building Inspector CC: file, Mayor's Office, Fire, Health, Councilor Corchado August 31,2005 56 Ward St.Condominium Association 56 Ward St., Salem,MA 01970 To:Mr.Thomas St.Pierre Salem Building Department Re: 56 Ward St.Porch repairs Dear Mr. St.Pierre, We have decided not to use NOYSA Home Improvement as a contractor for our porch repairs,the main reason being their standard open-ended contract and concerns about the project going over budget. We are in the process of obtaining estimates from other local contractors. Until the repairs are completed,the porches on the left("A"side)of the building will not be used or occupied,and notices to that effect will be posted on the porch entrances. Sincerely, 9 vv'�I Christopher Knight Treasurer,56 Ward St.Condominium Association CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS PUBLIC PROPERTY DEPARTMENT so 120 WASHINGTON STREET, 3RD FLOOR D� SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 STANLEY J. USOVICZ, JR. TELEPHONE: 978-745-9595 EXT. 380 MAYOR FAX: 978-740-9846 VIOLATION NOTICE PROPERTY LOCATION 56 Ward Street Date 5/26/2005 Eleanor Lander loop c/o Jennifer Lander 40 Thompson Street (� Hyde Park, MA 02136 Dear Ms. Lander; The above listed property has been found to be in violation of the following State Codes and/or City Ordinances: 780 CMR, Sections 103.1 and 103.2, State Building Code, Maintenance Further, the property has been condemned as unfit for Human habitation, and all required remediation of this condition must be completed prior to the lifting of this Order. After the completion of this remediation, these premises must be inspected by the Fire, Health, and Building Departments and pass this inspection for the Order to be removed. Said violations must be corrected, repaired, and/or brought into compliance within 14 days of your receipt of this notice. Failure to do so may result in further actions being brought against you, up to and including the filing of complaints at District Court. If you have any questions regarding this letter, please contact the Building Inspectors Office at (978) 745-9595, extension 386. Sincerely, J oseph E. Barbeau, Jr. Assistant Building Inspector CC: file, Mayor's Office, Health Department, Fire Department, Police Department, Councilor Corchado. of *alem, jVaggatbugettg Public Propertp ?department day; �3uilbing Mepartment One iialem Oreen (978) 7459595 (ext. 380 Peter Strout Director of Public Property Inspector of Buildings Zoning Enforcement Officer February 29, 2000 56 Ward Street- Owners Association 56 Ward Street c/o Christopher Knight Unit 2A—56 Ward Street Salem,Ma. 01970 RE: 56 Wazd Street Per request of Deputy Chief Munroe, Salem Fire Department, I conducted an inspection of the property known as 56 Ward Street, Salem, Ma. Also present were representatives from the Health, Fire and Electrical Departments. The following problems were observed; 1.. Hallway lighting not working property. 2. Emergency lights not functioning in most locations. 3. General house keeping in basement poor. 4. 3`a floor hallway obstructed by tenants belongings and groceries. 5. Fire alarms need to be repaired and brought up to code per Fire Prevention requirements. These items need to be completed within thirty (30) days unless further specified by another Department. Failure to comply will result in legal action being filed in Salem District Court. Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. page two Sincerely, Thomas St. Pierre Local Building Inspector cc: Councillor LaCava enclosure- 7 copies—To be distributed among 7 owners = city of Salem, Massachusetts Fire Department •�q„m,� 48 Lafayette Street Robert Turner Salem, Massachusetts 01970-3695 Fire Prevention _,Ch f TeL 978-744-1235 Bureau 978-744-6990 FaX 978-745-4646 978-745-7777 01 NAME: id ( te44c±G RE: �� ADORE S: CITY/STATE/ZIP: O — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — AS THE RESULT OF AN INSPECTION OF THE PREMESIS, STRUCTURE, OPEN LAND AREA, OR VEHICLE OWNED, OCCUPIED, OR OTHERWISE UNDER YOUR CONTROL, THE FOLLOWING RECOM— MENDATIONS ARE MADE AND SHALL SERVE AS A NOTICE OF VIOLATION OF THE LAWS, ORDINAL"'S, OR REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO THE PREVENTION OF FIRE AND THE PRO— TECTIO': OF LIFE AND PROPERTY. aC• �cid�'Ll.�-' V,�td2% ��'��Cly+ � -4X g?,.z `"&/44"- — . f 7 p � 1 Per Per rder, V ' EMI F VE TIO D SION Form 25A (1/24) DATE- teC?a Business Certificate fl Citp of Salem, Ansacbugettg DATE FILED, .�g Type: Q New Expiration Date M Renewal,no change Number -� � z Q Renewal with change In conformity with the provisions of Chapter one hundred and ten, Section five of the Massachusetts General Laws, as amended, the andrstgned hereby declare(s) that a business is conducted under the title of: at. Jr type of business I by the following named person(s): nclude corporate name and title if co orate officer) ul Name Residence L 11n 5-6 s, L,— Signatures atur_es y% on - --- --�S- ---------- 7 ----------------- ---------------------------------------------- - -- an f YL 19—L- .the ;above named persons) personally appeared before me and made an oath that the foregoing statement is true. ��.�ardG�sit. ----------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------- CITY CLERK Notary Public (seal) Date Commission Expires - Identification Presented State Tax I.D. # S.S. # 6 7,6 —3 6 —3 { (d (if available) In accordance with the provision of Chapter 337 of the Acts of 1985 and Chapter 110, Section 5,of Mass. General Laws, business certificates shallbein effect for four(4) years from the date of issue and shall be renewed each four vears thereafter. A statement under oath must be filed with the town cleric upon discontinuing, retiring, or withdrawing from such business or partnership. Copies of such certificates shall be available at the address at which such business is conducted and shall be furnished on request during regular business hours to any person who has purchased goods or services from such business. Violations are subject to a fine of not more than three hundred dollars ($300.00) for each month during which such violation continues. PATRICK J. DONOVAN ASSOCIATES, INC. Maim and Ross Aivaoments P. O. BOX 110 WAKEFIELD, MA 01880 TEL. (781) 245.5540 — FAX (781) 245,7016 a� c�o`� May 2, 2000 Building Commissioner City or Town Hall Salem, MA 01970 Insured : 56 Ward Street Condominium Property Address : 56 Ward Street Insurer : Worcester Mutual Policy Number : BO-202933 Type of Loss : Water Date of Loss 4/26/00 Our File # : WAP30900 Claim has been made involving loss, damage or destruction of the above-captioned property, which may either exceed $1,000 or cause Mass. Gen. Laws, Chapter 143, Section 6, to be applicable. If any notice under Mass. Gen. Laws, Chapter 139, Section 3B is appropriate, please direct it to the attention of the writer and include a reference to the captioned Insured, location, policy number, date of loss and file number. On this date, I caused copies of this notice to be sent to the persons named above at the addresses indicated above by first class mail. =d o n Spano Adjuster S 'mc D� A/i ISSOCIITION OF INDEPENDENT INSURANCE ADJUSTERS of MassachuseU8 sp t �vg��ONa1T a � s CITY OF SALEM BOARD OF HEALTH Salem, Massachusetts 01970-3928 JOANNE SCOTT, MPH,RS,CHO NINE NORTH STREET HEALTH AGENT Tel:(978)741-1800 August 26, 1998 Fax: (978)740-9705 Michael P. Martel 7 Cherry Street Lynn, MA. 01902 Dear Mr. Martel : In accordance with Chapter III, Sections 127A and 1278 of the Massachusetts General Laws, 105 CMR 400.00; State Sanitary Code, Chapter l: General Administrative Procedures and 105 CMR 410.00: State Sanitary Code, Chapter II: Minimum Standards of Fitness for Human Habitation, an inspection was conducted of the property located at 56 Ward Street#4A occupied by Valerie Moraitis conducted by Virginia Moustakis, Senior Sanitarian on Monday, August 24,1998 at 10:00 A.M.. Notice: If this rental unit is occupied by a child or children under the age of 6 years, it is the property owner's responsibility to ensure that this unit complies fully with 105 CMR 460.000: Regulations for Lead Poisoning Prevention and Control. For further information or to request an inspection, contact the Salem Health Department at 741-1800. You are hereby ORDERED to make a good-faith effort to correct the violations listed on the enclosed inspection report. Failure on your part to comply within the time specified on the enclosed inspection report will result in a complaint being sought against you in Salem District Court. Time for compliance begins with receipt of this Order. 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 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: anne Scott / Virginia Moustakis Health Agent / Senior Sanitarian cc: Tenant, Electrical Inspector, Building Inspector, Councillor Peter Paskowski & Plumbing/Gas Inspector Certified Mail#Z 279 293 166 JS/sfk ovfi wet SAt£M HEALTH DEPARTMENT 9 North Street ,� Salem,NJl 01970 Slate Sanitary Code. Chapter 11;,105 CMR 410.000 minimum Standards'of Fdnbw for Human Habitation Occupant: 110e,<,^e ///d/(d/r1S Phone:9'?FI-a2KF-aAA Address: t2<-& Ula.erl Apt. q q ... Ftoor Owner. /t ICAzez P Address: y Pr12c� L %NN �11Q 419ya Inspection Date: $ d 7I- 9 Timo. 1,4 r70 Am Conducted By: 1/ IU1e,l,gttA/tf S Accompanied,By:,, T2 Nl Anticipated Reinspection Date: Specified Reg # Violation Time 410, . . . rel nom . I 6"A e-tW a-7 IV ,a 44k&AS , lod Jf16azx5l-e- e .,e 3S/ n e a 0 One or more of the above violations may endanger or materially impair the health, safety and wellbeing or the occupants(s) Code Enforcement Inspector Este as un documento legal impoilanle. Puede que alecle sus derechos. Puede adquinruna traduccion de esta forma. 7 i APPkNb II(14) Legal Remedies for Tenants of Residential Housing The following Is a brief summary of some of the legal remedies tenants may use In order to get housing code violations corrected: _. - . - 1.,Rent Withholding(Massachusetts General Laws,Chapter 239,section 8A): If Code Violations Are Not Being Corrected you may be entitled to hold back your rent payments.You can do this without being evicted if: A You can prove that your dwelling unit or common areas contain code violations which are serious enough to endanger or materially impair your health or safety and that your landlord knew about the violations before you were behind in- yourrent. B. You did not cause the violations and they c lie repaired while you continue to live in the building. C. You are prepared to pay any portion of the rent iiito court if a judge orders you to pay it. (For this,it is best to put the, rent money aside in a safe place.) _ 2. Repair and Deduct(Massachusetts General Laws,Chapter 111, section 127L):The law sometimes allows you to use your rent money to make the repairs yourself.If your local code enforcement agency certifies that there are code violations which endanger or materially impair your health,safety,or welt-being,and your landlord has received written notice of the violations; you maybeable to.use this remedy.If the owner fails to begin necessary repairs(or to entry into a written contract to have thedr made)within five days after notice or to complete repairt within 14 days after notice, you can use up to four months'rent in any year to make the repairs:___._----- 3. Retaliatory Rent Increases or Fvi ions Prohibit (Massachusetts General Laws,Chapter 186,section 18,and Chapter 239, . section 2A):The owner may not increase your rent or evict you in retaliation for making a complaint to your local code enforcement agency about code violations.If the owner raises your rent to tries to evict within six months after you have made the complaint,he.or she.will:have tc show.a good.reason for the increase or eviction which is unrelated to your complaint.You may be able to sue the landlord for damages of he or she tries this. 4. Rent Receivership(Massachusetts General Laws,Chapter 11, section 127 C-H):The occupants and/or the Board of Health may petition the District or Superior Court to allow rent to be paid into court rather than to the owner.The court may then appoint a '.receiver" who may spend as much of the rent money as is needed to correct the violation.The receiver is not subject to a spending limitation of four months'rens 5. Breach of Warranty of dabiLability: You may be entitled to sue your landlord to have all or some of your rent returned if your. dwelling unit does not meet minimum standards of habitability 6. Unfair and Deceptive Pea i rs(Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 93A): Renting an apartment with code violations is a violation of the consumer protection act and regularmus, for which you may sue an owner. The information presented above is only a summary of the law. Before you decide to withhold your rent or take any other legal action, it is advisable that you consult an attorney. If you cannot afford to consult an attorney, you should contact the nearest legal services office, which is: Neighborhood Legal Services 37 Friend SL Lynn, MA 01902 (617) 599-7730 Pago C of SALEM HEALTH DEPARTMENT 9 North Street Date:' • Salern.UA 01970 '044 1 Name: V 92edi`n5 Address: i;N a,,'Oeij �-t- y6 Specified Reg s Violation Time 410. . . . i NO i of t 350 / v 2y✓/Y 2�11116ee ,vk . 2e' t7 r- y zoalt. cz ZI 7Z7—k _ 6 f cZ S ,v n/ C ,42 S06 a"1141e SZ2J - / fd a / s �/ fir; '•V .•2C Oe L-JCF 7' r w Page 3 of SALEM HEALTH DEPARTMENT ',/�.�� 9 North Street hale: b� Salem-MA 01970 Name: LLI d(t7S' Address: cS6 10� �jgl Specified Reg tt Violation Time 410. . . . _'t/� C3�Pti°d rV4 -tt'' f77di o� �C?Rdy/b2 m e p c 1'r P /✓i . /j 4eoj� IS- s Be ,G � Ale r r3cr - 0 _7 e .� .� ry ,`�i'Is irn/p�rn7" qua-rr•.,� S 0 La V O G /JYP L?/NJh C 'e '� tea'�'- <S��✓I� w �� --- �5p� 1rdPplu /< E _t1 ✓rJ1/1S { �j G( �, I�17 INf 77a 4 te�TYy7eI5 __ yr c�. ✓rr ac- Y Al �4/°r 7�� 1�?JGT 0/� 7� 7 f - I _—I i I C56 Ward Street Salem;MA 02970"" Mayor Tony Salvo 93 Washington St. Salem, MA 01970 Your Honor: At the suggestion of Linda Bllerh , H.U.D.-Boston Regional Office, the 56 Ward Street Condom' ium Trust is writing to ask for your support in ou effort o obtain satisfactory completion of improvements o ' gin specified by the Salem Planning Board for our UDAO-fu e c ndo conversion in the Point Neighborhood Cond nversion P oject. We purchased our units with the understan60 at the Sat Planning Board in- tended to comply fully, with the work i ized on one or both of the first two docu�}e is attached. T first list of improve- ments , though not datced d not on the P anning Board letterhead, was given to at least w applicants who quired last year but did not finalize purcha e until this year. The second list was given to those w rch d in 1984, and a pears on the third page of a prose t n th Planning Board letterhead, but also undated (Appe dices and B , respectively. ) please note that the fi t ocume t pric s the units at $26 ,000, while the second documen p 'ces e s units at $29,600 yet omitted originally specifi d i rovm is uch as pointing of brick and full rehabil- itation f windows. A few ex les of non-compliance, clearly apparent to even non- professiona eye 1. Large holes and missing chunks of mortar in outside brick. (When was pointing last done?) 2. Rotting windc*4casings cause many windows to be inoperable. Pulleys are outdated and can only be obtained from contrac- tors who occasionally save them when demolishing structures. Rotted wood in the casing flakes with every use,' leaving unusual debris and providing a home for a variety of pests such as fleas , roaches, and mysterious winged ants which may be termites. A wood-rot odor permeates the building. 3. one "rebuilt" porch, top floor front, facing Congress St. and Shetland Properties, has a frightening cant to the floor, and was apparently "reinforced" by slipping wedges into the gaps between the roof above and the top of the porch columns; these wedges fill the space but hardly add support to the structure. Another porch, ,-top rear on the west side, has weak, possibly rotted floor planks. 4. "New" vinyl floor covering in kitchens and baths is scarred, cut, and permanently stained with glue, installed some time P. 2 ago by inexperienced, poorly-supervised crews of neighbor- hood workers. (When were these scraps installed?) 5. "New" floor paint was splashed on top of existing paint, plaster, dirt and putty, and shows long abuse. (When were unit and porch floors and common area stairs actually last painted?) 6 . ,New" wallpaper was slapped on top of one, sometimes two layers of old wallpaper. It is now stained from various leaks and whatever occurred during the three-year period the building was said to have been unoccupied except by cats , vermin and street people who sheltered here during cold, wet weather. 7. Some spooky wiring: Sometimes my livingroom ceiling light works, sometimes it doesn' t. The washer of one neighbor is wired to, and being paid for, by the neighbor below. A glance at the frayed antique wiring in ceiling fixtures is a very sobering experience. (Who signed off the electric work and when?) Since 'everyone who purchased these units qualified for UDAG-funded interest-free loans to assist in purchase, we would like to have a H.U.D. inspector visit the building to determine how well com- pliance has been met. Or, we will accept outside independent contractors if the evaluation is paid for by the Salem Planning Board. The Trust has approached four different engineering firms to in- vestigate the building and the estimates range from $10,000 to $2500. We enclose a copy of the report of the lowest bidder to date, Fay, Spofford & Thorndike, Inc. of Lexington. (Appendix C ) To date, the individuals at the Planning Board that we have been able to contact have either disclaimed responsibility in terms of their current job descriptions or have implied that we should have been more wary buyers. Few of us succeeded in our efforts to see the units more than once prior to purchase, and instead put our faith in the documentation so freely proffered by the Planning Board. At least one UDAG-funded buyer has moved on to greener pastures and is renting the unit, thus treating it as a real estate investment rather than as a primary residence. Our complaint to the Planning Board (Appendix D) has remained unacknow- ledged to date. The current renter is negotiating with Ms. Eaton for the purchase of her unit but found her asking price unreasona- ble. The Trust feels that the Salem Planning Board should ascertain that the price not be speculative under these circumstances, and should assist this potential buyer to reach agreement within a reasonable period of time. Absentee landlords are not in the best interests of the neighborhood. ./3 ` p. 3 R Finally, those of us who are making these units our residence would like to see the City of Salem fulfill an, earlier promise to the Point neighborhood: to build a South River Canal-side park. With state Coastal Zone Management funds now available for waterfront areas, the Planning Board should undertake a needs assessment of the area, taking age and ethnic census data into consideration, and apply for a grant to develop a canal-side park and promenade which could be enjoyed by all ages of a mixed but largely Hispanic neighborhood. We feel there is strong neighborhood support for such a recreational area, that it would not require large amount of money, and that it could very easily qualify for CMZ funds with Planning Board sponsorship. Winter Island must be saved, of course, but the neighborhood also has Salem Willows and Pickering Wharf , while the Point has only a playground at the southern end, far from Ward Street. Please take a drive or a walk up Ward Street from Congress St. and take a look for yourself. No. 56 Ward is the first large yellow brick building on the left. Continue up the street to observe, after school hours, the large number of small children playing in the streets with Salem's addict population. You will probably not see the significant numbers of elderly who do not feel safe on this street. On up to the corner where the teens do their "break dancing" on the sidewalk for lack of a better spot. A single 5-minute visit to the street would convince you of the need for the park which was scrubbed by the Planning Board some time ago. - Respectfully submitted, Kathy Decker President Eleanor Lander, vice-President The 56 Ward Street Condominium Trust Enc: Appendix A- original list of improvements Appendix B- Revised list of improvements, p. 3 Appendix C- estimate of engineering firm Appendix D- Aug. 10, 1984 letter to Salem Planning Board Appendix E- CMZ funds announcement, Salem News cc: 1) Linda Ellerhof, Boston Regional Office, H.U.D. 2) Gregory Kavanaugh, City Planner, Salem Planning Board 3) Salem Building Inspector, Richard McIntosh fl ,jack Farley, Attorney for 56 Ward St. Condo Trust on file �� f.n U 4• cro /a.c F�Sc .a'�G- ADDRI''SS: 56 WARD STREET NU'UMER OF UNITS: SEVEN NUlr1BER OF MOMS PER UNIT: 2 BEM0O::S, LIVING ROOM, BIG KITCHEN kND BATHROOM. PRICE PER UNIT: $26,000.00 DESCRIPTION OF T•;OTCK: EXTERIOR BRICK WALLS: RE—POI;;TED, REPAIRED AND CLEANED. BASEMENT WINDOWS: BRICKED Iid WITH REGISTERS FOR"VENTILATION :RAIN ACCESS DOORS: NET, METAL DOORS POPCHES: REHABILITATED EXISTING PORCHES. TRIM AND PROCHES: PAINTED IIiPE r'.IO MIN SISTEMI *HEAT: NEW OIL FIRED, FORCED HOT WATER, BASESO'.P.DS *PI.0^lBING: NEW BATHROOMS INCLUDING--NEW TUBS, NEW WATER CLOSETS, NEW SINKS WITH VANITIES AND ALL RELATED PLUMBING. '�LLECTRICAL: NEW 400 A::S SEPVIC!7 WITH 3 MEIERS, ONE HOUSE. PANEL AND 100 AMP CII'CUIT Lli AKIR PANEL PER APART::ENT. ALL APARTMENTS COMPLETELY REWIRED INCLUDING 4 APPLIA14CES RECEPTACLES PER KITCIEN, 1 TWO PLUG GFI RECEPTACLE, ALL REQUIRED OUTLETS AND LIGHT FI%TURES. SMOKE DETECTORS AND EMERGENCY LIGHTING. HALLWAYS: NEW FINISHES ON WALLS, CEILINGS AND FLOORS. REHABILITATED STAIRWAYS. APARTMII,NTS: NEW ME;CAI, ACCESS DOORS. ALL INTERIOR DOORS AND WINDOWS REHABILITATED. ALL WALLS PATCHED WHERE NECESSARY, PRI,WD AND FINISHED, PAINT OR WALLPAPER. ALL CEILIIGS REPLACED OR SCRAPED AND PAINTED. NEW VINYL INLAID IN KITCHENS AND BATHROOMS. CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS PLANNING DEPARTMENT rc,,.carRi� 4 ONE SALEM GREEN W.GREGORY E 01970 CITY PLANNER ` ; (817)744-4580 sic vur.� THE POINT NEIGHBORHOOD CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION PROGRAM The Point Neighborhood Condominium Conversion Program is part of a neighborhood impro•.ement project administered by the City of Salem and funded by an "Urban Development Action Granth (UDAG) from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. The condo conversion program is designed to improve the housing quality in the Point Neighborhood, while providing homeownership opportunities for low and moderate income .families. How the Program Works? _ . - - Families interested in buying one of the newly renovated condos in the Point apply to the City. The applicant family is reviewed by. the City to determine their priority designation. Priority designations are based on the following preferences: existing neighborhood residents; families who have been relocated from otlier HUD programs; families currently living in substandard housing; and low and moderate inco.ae families. However, everyone is eligible to apply and ultimately buy a condo rega-d.leas of priority designation. The City then reviews the applicant family's financial information to determine whether they are "bankable"; that is, can they get a mortgage from a bank. And the City determines how large of an "Equity Loan" the City needs to provide for the family as a downpayment. , If the applicant family is determined to be able to afford and get a mortgage, the City assists them to sign a "Purchase and Sale Agreement" for the condo they want and then takes them to a local bank to apply for a mortgage. Several local banks have set--aside mortgage funds for the program's condos. What Ys an Equity Loan? The City of Salem will provide a loan to eligible condo buyers for their down— payment of up to 40% of the sales price (depending on need). The equity, loan is interest free and will have to be paid back only if and when the condo is resold. A family is eligible for an equity loan if their income is below the U.S_ Department: of HUD's definition of "moderate" income. Special Requirements Only families intending to live in the condo they are purchasing are eligible to buy. If, after buying a condo, the family decides to sell it, the City of Salem has the right to buy the unit before anyone else at a price equal to the original price ° plus 10% pery year. - -- For More Information For additional information or an application form contact Judi Hikel at the City of Salem Planning Department, 744-4583. CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS - - PLANNING DEPARTMENT r�.cownt� y W.GREGORY SENKO `r; ONE SALEM GREEN CITY PLANNER .� 01970 A p jStlj 74+1.4580 DESCRIPTION OF CONDOMINIUMS 1. 56 Peabody Street, Salem; Eight unit building. All units have been sold. 2. 45/49 Ward Street, Salem; six unit building; 2 bedrooms, living room kitchen and bath (or) 2 bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen and bath; average cost per unit is $33,000.00• None available 3. 90/92 Congress Street; Salem; Six unit building with Day Care facilities on entire first floor; 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen and bath; Average cost per unit is $40,000.00. All units have been sold. 4. 44 Pingree Street, Salem; Six unit building; 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen and bath; garages and parking available; Average cost per unit is $37,000.00. 'One unit .available. 5. 56 Ward Street, Salem; Seven unit 'building; 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen and,bath; Averagecost per unit is $28,000.00.,Three units available. 6. 36/38 Perkins Street, Salem; Two buildings of which contain four units per building; three bedrooms, living room, kitchen and bath; Average cost ver unit @ 38 Perkins is $35,000, @ 36 Perkins is $32,000_00 None available ** All buildings have been completely rewired throughout with either a 400 or 600 AMP service,. and sub-panels in each unit. ** All plumbing throughout majority of buildings have been redone with new bathroom and kitchen fixtures. ** All heating facilities have been either rehabilitated or new furnaces bave been installed. Buildings vary as to either oil or gas. ** All buildings have porches rebuilt for each and every condominium. ** According to the funding made available each and every building has been rehabilitated differently. The interior decor varies from building to building. s ry �Ot FFR ¢ , s FST � DIRECTORS Jqp ASSOCIATES FO"M.CAHALY PAULJ.MERGER WILLIAMJ. HALLAHAN WILLIAM J. GLOVER,JR. NAT H AN IE L N,WEN TWORTH.JR. Ate/ ,L�/� EMI L£J. HAMWEY AIC.ARD W.AUSRECHT FAY,, SPOFFORD & THORNDIKE, INC. DONALD H.MARTI. MAX D,SCROTA WILLIAM P. KRAMER GEORGE.. REECE ENGINEERS - CARL N. LUNDGREN DONALD M.THORNOUIST NEIL A.MACKAY WALLACE W. READ JOHN B. MALLETTE LELAND F.CARTER RODNEY P. PLOURDE AOSERTJ.CATON 191 SPRING STREET, PA, BOX 802 EDWARD P.REIDY ROBERT T.LONEvLEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02173 JAMES G. ROURKE NICHOLAS J. PAPPAS CHARLESD.SHAKER (6t7) 863-8300 ROBERT M.SMITH CONSULTANT EDWARD C.KEANE September 10, 1984 Mr. Timothy Griffin 56 Ward Street Salem, MA 01970 Subject: Condition Survey Condominium at 56 Ward Street Salem Massachusetts Dear Mr. Griffin: It was a pleasure meeting with you this past week to discuss the professional engineering services you will require to evaluate the con- dition of the brick wall at the front Of the building and the roof of the condominium. The condition of the mortar in the brick joints indi- cates a potential problem with water penetration. A complete survey of the face will determine how extensive this condition is. While we were unable to access the roof during my visit, your description of leakage conditions indicates that problems with the roofing and/or flashing do exist. The cause of these problems should be determined to establish the scope of remedial work necessary. Fay, Spofford & Thorndike, Inc. (FST) , organized as a partnership in 1914 and incorporated in 1956, is a Massachusetts-based consulting firm with offices in Boston and Lexington. The firm provides multidisciplin- ary services for the planning, design, and implementation of public works and private industry projects. The staff consists of over 200 employees, approximately 125 of whom are engineers and planners. FST has an impressive record of projects involving investigations of exist- ing conditions, development of remedial measures, analysis of priori- ties, alterations to existing structures and design of new structures. These projects have been conducted for both the public and private sector and have encompassed all phases of engineering for building sys- tems including structural, electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering. We have enclosed our company brochure for your information. We have recently completed evaluations for condominium complexes in Boston and Brockton, MA. These projects involved condition surveys and reports on structures similar to 56 Ward Street, although on a somewhat larger scale. C - jJ M1FAY,SPOFFORD&THOftNO1KE,INC ENGINEERS Mr. Timothy Griffin -2- September 10, 1984 We propose that the initial scope of services consist of the follow- ing: 1. Field survey of front face of building from street level to ob- serve and record condition of brick and mortar 2. Field survey of roofing to observe condition of membrane and flashings 3. Short letter report indicating conditions observed, and includ- ing recommendation and estimated cost of remedial work found necessary 4. Attendance at one evening meeting with the Association to dis- cuss the Report We understand that extensive meetings and ultimately testimony in court may be necessary to assist your Association in resolving responsi- bility for corrective measures to repair the building. However, it is not reasonable to attempt to estimate the extent of services which may be necessary at this time. We therefore recommend that the initial scope be limited to the field survey and letter report. In regard to the roof survey, our work will consist of a visual in- spection of the roofing and flashing. On past projects we have also engaged the services of Roof Moisture Consultants Inc., of Boston, MA to perform a non-destructive moisture survey to establish degree of satura- tion and location of points of water penetration into the roofing mate- rials. This moisture survey is particularly useful when points of water intrusion are not discernible by visual observation. Should this mois- ture survey be deemed necessary after our visual inspection, the cost of these services will be approximately $750. We suggest that this amount be allocated and the decision to perform the moisture survey be made after our visual inspection. The cost of our services, including expenses, to perform the visual field survey, prepare a report on our findings, including recommenda- tions and cost of repair, will be the lump sum of $2,500. We look forward to providing professional engineering services in connection with the project. I£ you require additional information, please do not hesitate to call. very truly yours, FAY, SPOFFORD & THORNDIKE, INC. By Jj James G. Rourke �•� Vice President JGR:lfd Z-DB 84-000 56 Ward St. Salem, MA 01970 August 10, 1984 Marion Lindon Salem Planning Board One Salem Green Salem, MA 01970 Dear Ms. Lindon: While in the process of forming the condo association at 56 Ward St. , the owners present , at the four meetings, held to date agreed that the Salem Planning Boad be formally not- ified regarding the ongoing rental of apartment 2-A. Linda Eaton, the present owner of unit 2-A, lived in the apartment only until early siring of this year, then relocated her residence to Georgetown, renting the apartment to a couple . said to be her relatives. This couple moved to Alabama in July, leaving an acquaintance (relative?) in the apartment. This party says he will be moving soon. Later in July Ms. Eaton told the owners of 3-A and 4-A that she wanted to sell her unit, and asked if they were interested in buying as individuals. They were not, but rio formal offer was made to the entire group of owners. Recently Ms. Eaton adver- tised the apartment for rent again, at $500.00 per month, even though at least three potential buyers have inquired about the unit. Although Ms. Eaton was informed of the condo association meetings, she has never appeared. The other owners concur that this situa- tion is an improper use of public funds and in conflict with UDAG regulations. All the owners have clearly understood that interest- free loans for down payments were to purchase a primary residence and not real estate investment property. Therefore, we are requesting that the Salem Planning Board take steps to enforce these regulations before the group considers other measures. Respectfully yours, . _ Linda Kent 2-B A"j, Valerie & Scott Hiltunen 3-A S? _ Eleanor Lander 3-B Kathy & Bill Decker 4-A Tim & Jackie Griffin 4-B cc: Jack Farley, Attorney fl Linda Eaton 3) on file Coastal communities hail shoreline cash BOSTON — State officials Robin said many North Shore I have started accepting applica. communities have expressed 1s tions for public-improvement preliminary interest in the pro- projects along the coast in a new, gram but that regulations gover. 1 program that could be a boon to ning the program were only pro- North Shore communities. mulgated last month with Under the new program, the Wednesday being the first day state Office of Coastal Zone applications could be accepted. Management(CZM)is authoriz. "It should move fairly quick. ed to issue $18 million in long- ly," Robin said, explaining that term bonds to coastal cities and applications will be accepted un- towns wishing to make water- til the end of the year and that front inprovements. those communities selected to "It can really be anything as receive support will be notified long as it's public, says Renee within about 45 days." Robin,a spokesman for the CZM program."It could be a pier,im- The total fund appropriated 'I provements to something ex- from the program is$18 million isting, something new . . . as. with about half expected to be long as it's public and in the allocated in the first year,Robin coastal zone." said. y I O �.CONQ �G.Yt yJ o Public Propertg Peparfinent A p� � 'OIMMC m�rtY i l. uil�inq Npartnirnt ti 1 William H. Munroe One Salem Green 745-0213 June 19, 1985 n Ms. Kathy Decker 56 Ward St. Salem, MA 01970 RE: Inspection - 56 Ward St. Dear Ms. Ward: During an inspection of 56 Ward Street the following problems were noted: 1 . Several floor joists in the basement had been cut to provide a pipe chase; 2. Electrical service to one unit was on two separate services. I have been advised by Mr. Moore of the Planning Department that item number one is currently being addressed. Item number two was checked by Wiring Inspector Giardi and I believe was resolved. If I can be of further service please contact me. Sincerely, William H. Munroe Inspector of Buildings WHM:bms cc: J. Moore, Planning Dept. J. Giardi, Electrical Dept. Commercial Union Assuran44mpai i NEW ENGLAND REGIONAL HEAD T S G ONE BEACON STREET,BOSTON,MAS§ k 563pp A, Sir Aot"m of Notice of Casualty Loss to Building Under Mass . Gen. Laws , Ch. 139 , Sec 3B (Letterhead of Insurer) TO: Building Commisioner or Board of Health or Inspector of Buildings Board of Selectman ) ( )addresses RE: Insured :_e),i.�,�.r va/�,. �rv. ,. e7� �-se r, 6 enr�z --_re r Property Address &ha/ J/ keWnI POLICY No. r afy ivq4 / g 6 S LOSS OF 9_� FILE OR CLAIM No. Claim has been made involving loss , damage or destruction of the above-captioned property, which may either exceed $1,000 .00* or cause Mass .Gen.Laws ,Chapter143 , Section 6 to be applicable . If any notice under Mass . Gen. Laws , Ch. 139 , , Sec 3B is appropriate please direct it to the attention of the writer and include a reference to the captioned insured, location, policy number, dgte of loss and claim orfile number. Title: On this date, I caused copies of this notice to be sent to the persons named above at the addresses indicated above by first class mail . S�gnat� re and Date Commercial Union Insurance Company a American Employers Insurance Company • The Employers Fire Insurance Company The Northern Assurance Company of America 6 Commercial Union Life Insurance Company of America OCCUPANCY INSPECTION REPORT °7, 1 <r��--�'�$ 3Aire i�e�arimrnY �3eailgnarirrs f'ff.C^1I�.T1/ Tames X,- �3renn;m Date Nov. 9. 1977 �.Ncation 56 Ward Street, Salem, Pflass. Name of Occupancy Option to Purchase by George Jeter, Salem, Mass. Alterations g Class of Bldg. New Occupancy Occupancy L-2 Construction Brick Existing Occupancy X 1. Heating System: Type of Forced Type of Permit Heat Hot :`pater Fuel oil Issued yes 2. Size of Nearest Fire Water Main 10" Hydrant 30 feet Supply none 3. Standpipe Sprinkler Fire Alarm See Required no Required no Required no * Recommendati Form #87A Attached NA Form #87B Attached -- 4 . Fire Extinguishers Number now Required yes on premises none Additional Fire RecoLnmend gyne small fireextinguisher be Extinguishers Required provided each tenant as a part of furnishing • 5. Fire Extinguishing Included in Escrow Deposit and returnable System Required .Pio upon termination of Lease. 6. Hood and Duct System Required no 7. Adequate Exit Signs Emergency Egress yes Approved none x Lighting__,,, 8. Panic Hardware Direction of Egress Required no Satisfactory yes 9 . Certificate of Approval F.P.R. #20 Form #80, Required no Carpets Upholstery Drapes & Other . and Pad NA Coverings NA Curtains NA Dec. NA Recommendations .# Item #3-Recommend smoke detectors at top of each stair. x Item r4r' 7-Exit signs will e required. • Item #7-Emergency lighting will be required. Violations : MUST BE CORRECTED: Emergency oil burner switch shall be secured. Oil Vent pipe shall. be repaired. Bldg. Insp, to determine need for an enclosed boiler room Occupancy Occupancy Approved Not Approved Rd Note: If occupancy is not approve , a re-inspection by appointment will be required before occupancy certificate is signed. CC : Occupant, George Jeter, 272 Jefferson Ave. Sal n Bldg. Inspector _ other Electrical Inspecto.` File Lt. David J. ogia Salem Fire P•iarshal Form 1.87 (Rev. 4/77) .5�� '`� � has_ �--- � �� S c�.,� � � _ __-, --�-- -- f �� , �-�- - �- September 23, 1977 Ms. Alicia Turgeon 197 Jefferson Avenue Salem, Massachusetts 01970 RE: 56 Ward Street Dear Ms. Targeont In response to a complaint from the Salem Board of Health this Department inspected the exterior of the premises located at 56 Ward Street, Salem, Massachusetts 01970. The inspection revealed the porches at all levels to be a hazard to the public safety and welfare. You are ordered to take immediate action to correct this condition. Your failure to comply with this order will require further action against you by this Department and the City of Salem. Very truly yours, JOHN"B. POWERS Superintendent of Public-Property, Inspector of Buildings cci Colin Cameron, Health Department t. . Attorney Maurice Chouinard, 70 Washington Street, Salem Certified Mail #945279 UNITED STATES POSTAL' VICE OFFICIAL BUSINESSO —�� SENDER INSTRUCTI .�-PeMAI6W+ R J. •' �119EKG.AYDIB'PAYMENT-'.'` Print your name,address,and ZIP Code irPRhee ate below,' nc pj)$�E, $300 • Complete items I, 2, end 3 on the reve s•.,_�• • Moisten gummed ends end attach f of article if space permits. Otherwise affix t�Ick article. "'•�� • Endorse article ••Return Receipt Requested" adja- cent to number. RETURN TO John B. Powers , Insp. of Buildings (Name of Sender) City Hall Annex, One Salem Green (Street or P.O. Box) a Salem, Massachusetts 01970 (City, State, and ZIP Code) �+ 0 SENDER: Complete items 1,2,and i. Add your address in the 'RETURN TO" spa" on '3 reverse. m 1. The following service is requested (check one). s �..Show to whom and date delivered............ 150 Show to whom, date,&address of delivery.. 350 w ❑ RESTRICTED DELIVERY. Show to whom and date delivered............. 650 n RESTRICTED DELIVERY. Show to whom, date,and address of delivery 85{ a 2. ARTICLE ADDRESSED TO: Ms . Alicia Turgeon 197 Jefferson Avenue m Salem, Mass . 01970 . T3. ARTICLE DESCRIPTION: REGISTERED NO. CERTIFIED NO. I INSURED NO. m 945279 D (Always rn ys obtain signature of addressee or agent) vI have received the article described above. o SIGNATURE ❑ Addressee 0 Authorized agent 2 C 4. a DATE OFD (VERY POSTMARK m > 2y 7 C 5. ADDR Complete my if requested) r i a r Fi6. UNABLET6 DELIVER BECAUSE: , f,t�C4ERK'S O i 'INITIALS 3C � > r {r GOP:19] 203-456 BUILDING OEC'F ,X/G �c�rur jpp 38 +�(//y(i/tf' .uG `<ruy Q�J 70 ��ieffi rr//nar, ._�av+� _7uC�y �itfn��e�✓/A. O/970 RECEIVED r %si7� 7#,v-a6'7s CITY OF SALEI�I9��AS'' August 18, 1977 Mr. Martin Fair, R.S. Board of Health Off Jefferson Avenue Salem, Massachusetts Re: 56 Ward Street, Salem Dear Mr. Fair: After speaking with Mrs. Turgeon I have contacted Loring Mackey, a local carpenter,to repair the fourth floor porches. As I informed you previously there is a prospective buyer for this property and hopefully it will be sold within the next month. Very truly yours, 1 MtU'RICE A. CHOUINARD MAC/i j c: to Building Inspector One Salem Green, Salem Mass. 01970 OAT31T,y,�d DR ISRAEL K AN-1 �L�AIC TFALTH CENTER ApG EC�IVEp 1 55 efflgE n Ue a C,�Y S e'}n� l isschus ttj�.b9 0 sus ISRAEL ,M.D. ,p, , R.RICHCOLIN E. CA .P.M.JOSEPH R.RICHARD J.ROBERT SHAUGHNESSY,M.D. (617)7159000 ROBERT BLENKHORN M.MARCIA COUNTIE,R.N. MILDRED C.MOULTON,R.N. EFFIE MAC DONALD Augu.b.t 15, 1977 MA. John B. Powem In6pectot ob Buitdi.nge One Saeem GAeen Saeem, MA 01970 Dean. M. Powea.6: An extreme hazard now ewizt6 at .the pnopenty owned by Ati,ee Tungeon at 56 Wand Stkeet. The 4th A.eooA patch .i.6 in extAemel'y pooh Aepata- anyone eantn�t a po&uon o to pone eo to a gra ow. The pnopeAty a.6 owned by Ati.ei.a TuAgeon'ab 197 Je6jeuon Avenue - on any tetter. bent to Mu. TuAgeon peea8e bend a copy to AttoAney Maun,i,ce A. ChowbwAd, 70 Wa6h,ington StAeet, Sa.eem, MA. Attaney Chouinand has indicated that .thin pnopenty .c6 being 6otd, howeveA the extAeme hazaAd .6titt ewi.6.t6. Pteaze pAovdde a copy of any tetteA you Bend on thi.6 matter .to Mu. Tungeon. Very tkUty youne, FOR THE BOARD OF HEALTH COLIN E. CAMERON, R.S. Heotth Agent CC: 9A6. A.Zic%a Tungeon, 197 Je6jeuon Avenue, Satem, MA 01970 AttoAney Mami.ee A. ChouinaAd, 70 Wa6hington StAeet, Saeem, MA Gt�IL�IN� �Ek�S err%` `�`✓�1` DR. � $ SEL KAP //AN PiJELIC HEALTH CENTER �11Q � CEIVE� � ��BOARD OF HEALTH ? ll ' Offlefferson;Avenue �. Gf SEM '�ale `` SA Sem�jMassachusettsf01970 COLIN E. CAMROjI]] ISR AEI.KAPLAN,M.D. M. JOSEPH R.RICHARD - - Xnu�l''A� J.ROBERT SHAUGHNESSY,M.D. - (617)745"9000 ROBERT BLENKHORN - M.MARCIA COUNTIE,R.N. - MILDRED C.MOULTON,R.N. Au CL6t 15 1 971 EFFIE MACDONALD - g Ma. Atic,i.a. Tungeon 197 Je{4euon Avenue Salem, MA 01970 Dean Mu. Tuhgeon: The bouhth jtoon poneh ob youA 56 Wand StAeet pnopehty ib in an extA.emety pooh .atate o¢ nepaix - anyone Zeanin agacut po n o6 the poach could batt to the ground below. The pne6ent condition ob the poneh .i.6 deemed to endangeA on impaVL the health on satiety and welt being ob peuonb occupying youA .pnopeAty on the bouAth i.toon of 56 Wand Stxeet.. You ane ORDERED to tape -immtediate connective action to ptace aZt ponche6 on the jowth itoon in good rep V p n eompZiace (cohneetion o4 this extAeme hazaAd condition) you ane adv"iaed o4 yout night to a heani.ng bebone the Board o6 Heatth by 4.iling a wxitten petition within seven daye a6ten receipt o6 thi6 Onde!c. Fa.i&ae on yowl paha to comply w,itZ nezutt in action a6 .i,6 authoAized by the Sanitary Code og the Commonwealth. and GeneAat. Lava ob the Commonwealth. FOR THE BOA/RD OF HEALTH. Reply to: COLIN E. CAMERON, R.S. Mawtin Fai&, R.S. Health Agent CEC:ja$ Cutti6.ied MaiZ 0327453 Mcn eee/i.pt Requested CC: JBu.iW i.ng Inbpeeton, One Salem Green, SaZem, MA 01970 Attorney Mauhiee Chou,inwcd, 70 Wa6hington Street, Satem, MA („ X111 3DSRAEL K iPLANPUBhIC ALTH CENTER 15ACTH CQSY OF Sl Off Jefferson'-kA� uee Salem ltl5ssacs 1 0 COLIN E. CAMERON, R.S. ISRAEL KAPLAN,M.D. JOSEPH R.RICHARD HEALTH AGENT J.ROBERT SHAUGHNESSY,M.D. (617)7469000 ROBERT BLENKHORN M.MARCIA COUNTIE,R.N. MILDRED C.MOULTON,R.N. EFFIE MAC DONALD SeptembeA 22, 1977 M. John B. Powers In6pestvt ob Buitding.6 One Satem Gteen SaPem, MA 01970 DeaA MA. Powen4: OWL tetteA o4 Augu4t 15, 1977, advi6ed you that an extAeme hazard exi4ted at the ptopeA.ty ob Ati.ee TuAgeon at 56 waxd Street (copy encXo4ed) . The Board ob Hea th. has OAdeAed this 4tnuetuAe Condemned due to the bai&Ae o6 the owneA, Atieia Tutgeon, to take eoAAective action on a muCtitude of ve.otat%on6 ob the SanitaAy Code o¢ the CommonweaCth. The BoaAd o6 Hea.tth ha6 ae4o hetd a heaA.i,ng which was Aequezted by the let, 2nd, and 4th btoot tenant6 who weAe tepte6ented by two attoAney4 gnom the Ma44aehu6ett6 Law l Re6oAm In6titute. t� It i6 uAged that you fiend a Cen�tc ied LetteA = RetuAn Ree ' t Re ue4ted ' �� advi4ing Ati.c i.a Tutgeon that the 4th on pon i4 in uzz u6 co n (anyone tea.ni,ng on thi6 ptoch 4uppoAt and Aai,Ung couPd 4aft jxom the 4th jtooA) • Ptea6e pAovide the BoaAd of Heatth with a copy of the CettLbied LetteA. The attotney4 got the tenant6 indicated in thei& bAleb that many viotattons exi4t that endangeA the 4ajety and wetP being ob the oceupant6. VeAy tkay youut FOR THE BOARD OF HEALTH d� Colin E. CameAon, R.S. HeaPtth Agent CEC:jaj Enc. LetteA ob Augu4t 150 1977 BUILDING DEPT SEP ZJ 3 33 PH RECEIVED CITY OF SALEM.MASS. Auguat 15, 1977 M2. John B. Poweaa In6peatox ob &a2ding6 One Salem Green Satem, MA 01970 Dean M2. Poweus An extreme hazard now exi4t6 at the pnopenty owned by AEiee Tuageon at 56 Gland Stkut. The 4th gt on poach 14 .in exit mg f,y Poon nepa irc- anyone a poli .Lon ofi the PoAch co 6au to tke 940and W. The paopaaty 4A owned by Alicia Tungeon of 191 Jej6ea6on Avenue - on any tettea Bent to Man. Tungeon pteabe Bend a copy to Attorney Maurice A. Choairwnd, 70 W"hington Stuet, Sateen, MA. Attorney ChouinW has tndicRted that thio paopeaty 16 being 6otd, howevek the extreme hazaad etitt exi . Ptease paovide a copy os any tetter yaa bend on thia mattex to Mrs. Tungeon. Yexy twzy yauxe. FOR THE BOARD OF HEALTH COLIM E. CAMERON, R.S. Health Agent CCs Mae. AUzia Tungeon, 197 Je4beuon Avenue, Satem, MA 01970 A#winey Maumee A. Chou.inand, 70 Waandngton Street, Satem, MA