CERTIFICATE OF NON - 396 Essex Street - inkind repainting and repairs REISSUED 4-8-21
Salem Historical Commission
98 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970
(978) 619-5685
CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY – REISSUED 4/8/21
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: Gafney House Condo Trust
Description of Work Proposed:
▪ Repaint main house and carriage house to match existing colors per previously issued certificates:
o Decking in Behr Premium Deckover SC-106 or tinted to match house detail trim color
o Remaining colors as illustrated in the 1976 book Exterior Decoration Plate IV:
▪ Body - #526
▪ Trim - #608
▪ Details (dentils, cornice, etc.) - #65
▪ In-kind repairs and/or replacement of deteriorated elements on main house and carriage house as
necessary. There will be no changes in color, material, design, location or outward appearance.
Non-applicable due to being in-kind painting and repairs.
Upon completion of above work, please notify Historical Commission staff as final sign-off is required
to document compliance with this Certificate and approved plans.
Dated: April 8, 2021 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.