337 Essex Street - C of A- accessibility improvements 1
Salem Historical Commission
98 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM,MASSACHUSETTS 01970
(978)619-5685
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
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 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 Propert
Name of Record Owner: Salem Athenaeum
Description of Approval of Work:
■ Install accessibility improvements to building fagade:
o Install new landing at building entrance. Landing to be in Milford Pink granite with
bullnose edge to match existing stairs. Existing marble plinths at base of columns to
remain intact.
o Install new lift per attached image I by Spencer Preservation Group with the following
changes:
■ Front wall of lift to be reduced in height by one step and top railing to be extended
in length. All finishes to match drawing.
o Granite curbing to be cut and recessed atgrade per attached image 2.
O Section offence to be converted to gate per attached image 2.
Upon completion of work,please notify Historical Commission staff for final review and sign-off of
Certificate.
Dated: Sgptember 9 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.
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