Washington Street, 163-189, The Derby Sign Recommendation Salem
Redevelopment
Authority
Design Review Board Sign Recommendation
163-189 Washington Street
The Derby Facade Sign
Meeting Date: February 27, 2019
Members Present: Paul Durand, Chair, David Jaquith, Glenn Kennedy, Catherine Miller,
Helen Sides
Members Absent: Christopher Dynia, J. Michael Sullivan
Decision: At a regular meeting of the Design Review Board (DRB), upon a motion duly made
and seconded, it was unanimously voted to recommend approval of the fapade sign as
designed and conditioned herein.
Referenced Plans and Documents
1. Application for Permit to Erect a Sign, dated 2/11/19.
2. The Derby, Conceptual Design Package, prepared by Sousa Design, 81 Boylston Street,
2nd Floor, Brookline, MA 02445, dated 1/18/19, containing the following sheets that
include sign details:
a. 'Enlarged Proposed Entry Elevation'
b. 'Proposed Exterior Elevation'
c. Exterior Elevations and Signage Details', Sheet A-300
3. Staff Comments dated 2/21/19.
Condition of Approval
1. Consistency with Design/Plans: Should the applicant determine that the approved sign
design may not be completed as detailed in the plans referenced herein, he/she/they
shall return to the DRB to review proposed modifications prior to making any changes in
the field.
Findings
1. The DRB reviewed the sign proposal and found that the proposed fapade sign is
consistent with the standards and guidelines in the SRA Sign Manual regarding size,
scale, and color choice that provides contrast to allow for readability.
2. The size of the sign is modest, and its text is scaled for pedestrians and does not detract
from or obscure the existing architectural features of the building.
Signature of the SRA
By the signature below, I certify that this recommendation accurately reflects the actions of the
Design Review Board.
Paul Durand Dat
Chair