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Salem Historical Commission
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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 a Certificate of Non-Applicability as described below for:
❑ New Construction Moving Reconstruction Alteration
Demolition Painting Sign 0 Other
District: Q✓ Derby Street Lafayette Street QMcIntire nWashington Square
Address of Property: 102 Derby street
Name of Record Owner(s): George&Jodi Bradbury
Owner Mailing Address: 102 Derby Street, Salem,MA 01970
Description of Work Proposed
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Our current gas furnace has reached end of life and we are currently without heat. When our HVAC contractor
came out to give us quotes, they informed us that simply replacing the gas furnace is not an option due to
improperly installed duct work, which contributed to the failure of the current system and if left as is, would
compromise not just the efficiency but the efficacy of a new gas furnace. To replace the existing ductwork and
install a new gas furnace would cost approximately $30,000. It should also be noted that if we were to replace the
existing gas furnace, this would require two 3ft PVC venting pipes to be placed on the back of our home as well as
moderate construction/demolition in the interior of our home.
The contractor recommended the installation of a high efficiency ductless heating and cooling system. We initially
rejected this option because we did not want any visible pipes on the outside of our antique home but after
expressing our concerns, we were able to come to a solution in which all line sets would be run out of the back of
our home to a condensor also placed at the back of our home, ensuring none of the unit would be visible to Derby
Street. These lines sets, which are already less conspicuous than the PVC venting pipes for a gas furnace, will be
painted the same color as the home when we repaint, making them even more seamless. This option was a bit more
complex and costly but would preserve the aestethics of our home.
Due to these factors, and the placement of the line sets and condensor which will not be visible to Derby St., we
request a certificate of non-applicability.
Name of A lira : George&Jodi Bradbury �✓Owner❑Contractor[—]Tenantather:
Signature: Date: 01/02/2019
Tel. #:781-526-3657 E-mail Address: gbrad820 ftmad.com
Certificate will be mailed to the owner unless otherwise indicated here:
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