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Federal, 49-Facade Restoration 10 DERBY SQUARE, SALEM, MA 01970 PHONE: 978-744-0208 > JOHNASEGER@SEGERARCHITECTS.COM January 31, 2020 Salem Redevelopment Authority City of Salem 98 Washington Street Salem, MA 01970 Re: SRA-Small Project Review Submittal Renovations to 49 Federal Street To Whom It May Concern; We are requesting to be on the February 12th SRA meeting agenda to review a building restoration project located at 49 Federal Street in Salem, MA. Seger Architects, Inc. is currently working with the “149 Federal Street, LLC” in the restoration of the building from a commercial use to a multi-family residential use. The building, constructed in 1873 as a residence, has been used as commercial space for the past 70 years and is currently vacant. The building was originally constructed as a two-story story wood framed structure with a mansard roof on a granite and brick foundation. The original wood cornice and trim is of the Second empire style with a T-shaped plan and bay windows. At some point, the front porch was enclosed, a fire escape was added, and the building was clad in aluminum siding. Overall, the existing building is in fair condition, but has been neglected over time. The extent of work for the exterior restoration will include; window and woodwork restoration, removal of the existing aluminum siding, restoration of the clapboard, masonry restoration, and replacement of the existing asphalt roof shingles. The fire escape will be removed and the cornice will be restored to its original condition. The front porch windows and doors will be replaced as well. A 10’x22’ two-story addition is proposed at the back of the existing building. The land use will remain the same with the parking area and driveway being restored, fence replacement and some landscape improvements. We are anticipating a construction to start in March 2020, with a September 2020 completion date for the project. Thank you in advance for your review and we look forward to presenting our project to your Board. Respectfully yours, ______________________________ Applicant and Owner Mike Becker (49 Federal Street, LLC No.DescriptionDate12345PROJECT ARCHITECTSEALPROJECT CONSULTANTSPROJECT INFORMATIONOWNER INFORMATIONPROJECT REVISIONSSHEET NAMESHEET NO.Copyright © by Seger Architects Inc.All Rights ReservedJob No.:Date:Scale:Designed By:Drawn By:Checked By:Approved By:JASJAS, SLJASJASAs NotedApril 9, 20202019-0494-22-2020 DRB SUBMITTALBUILDINGRESTORATION49 Federal StreetSalem, MAE-1ExistingSite Plan49 Federal St. LLC49 Federal StreetSalem, MA01970Locus PlanN No.DescriptionDate12345PROJECT ARCHITECTSEALPROJECT CONSULTANTSPROJECT INFORMATIONOWNER INFORMATIONPROJECT REVISIONSSHEET NAMESHEET NO.Copyright © by Seger Architects Inc.All Rights ReservedJob No.:Date:Scale:Designed By:Drawn By:Checked By:Approved By:JASJAS, SLJASJASAs NotedFebruary 7, 20202019-049BUILDINGRESTORATION49 Federal StreetSalem, MAE-2ExistingPhotographs49 Federal St. LLC49 Federal StreetSalem, MA01970North Elevation - View from Federal StreetNorth Elevation - View from Federal StreetSouth Elevation - View from RearWest Elevation - View from DrivewayView of Fire Escape & Vestibule4-22-2020 DRB SUBMITTAL EXIST. DRIVEWAYNo.DescriptionDate12345PROJECT ARCHITECTSEALPROJECT CONSULTANTSPROJECT INFORMATIONOWNER INFORMATIONPROJECT REVISIONSSHEET NAMESHEET NO.Copyright © by Seger Architects Inc.All Rights ReservedJob No.:Date:Scale:Designed By:Drawn By:Checked By:Approved By:JASJAS, SLJASJASAs NotedApril 9, 20202019-049BUILDINGRESTORATION49 Federal StreetSalem, MAE-3ExistingElevations49 Federal St. LLC49 Federal StreetSalem, MA01970Existing North Elevation (Federal Street)Existing West Elevation (Driveway)214-22-2020 DRB SUBMITTAL No.DescriptionDate12345PROJECT ARCHITECTSEALPROJECT CONSULTANTSPROJECT INFORMATIONOWNER INFORMATIONPROJECT REVISIONSSHEET NAMESHEET NO.Copyright © by Seger Architects Inc.All Rights ReservedJob No.:Date:Scale:Designed By:Drawn By:Checked By:Approved By:JASJAS, SLJASJASAs NotedApril 9, 20202019-049BUILDINGRESTORATION49 Federal StreetSalem, MAE-4ExistingElevations49 Federal St. LLC49 Federal StreetSalem, MA01970Existing South Elevation1Existing East Elevation24-22-2020 DRB SUBMITTAL 13460.63'56.39'64.55'56.91'EXIST. DRIVEWAYNOTE:PLOT PLAN PREPARED BYl PJF & ASSOCIATED4 HIGHLAND AVE. WAKEFIELD, MAPAUL J. FINOCCHIO -P.L.SDEC. 3, 2019 FEDERAL STREET EXIST. DRIVEWAYPROPERTY LINE2'-7" 3'-2"10'-8"22'-0"EXISTING BUILDINGPROPOSED ADDITIONPROPOSED ADDITION CONDENSER UNITSNo.DescriptionDate12345Site PlanNPROJECT ARCHITECTSEALPROJECT CONSULTANTSPROJECT INFORMATIONOWNER INFORMATIONPROJECT REVISIONSSHEET NAMESHEET NO.Copyright © by Seger Architects Inc.All Rights ReservedJob No.:Date:Scale:Designed By:Drawn By:Checked By:Approved By:JASJAS, SLJASJASAs NotedApril 9, 20202019-049BUILDINGRESTORATION49 Federal StreetSalem, MAA-1Site Plan49 Federal St. LLC49 Federal StreetSalem, MA01970CONDENSER UNIT LOCATIONS2.25.204-22-2020 DRB SUBMITTAL EXIST DRIVEWAY3'-6" 3'-6"EXISTING BUILDINGPROPOSED ADDITION3'-6"No.DescriptionDate12345PROJECT ARCHITECTSEALPROJECT CONSULTANTSPROJECT INFORMATIONOWNER INFORMATIONPROJECT REVISIONSSHEET NAMESHEET NO.Copyright © by Seger Architects Inc.All Rights ReservedJob No.:Date:Scale:Designed By:Drawn By:Checked By:Approved By:JASJAS, SLJASJASAs NotedApril 9, 20202019-049BUILDINGRESTORATION49 Federal StreetSalem, MAA-2Elevations49 Federal St. LLC49 Federal StreetSalem, MA01970North Elevation (Federal Street)West Elevation (Driveway)21DORMER, PORCH REVISION2.25.204-22-2020 DRB SUBMITTAL PROPOSED ADDITION3'-6"EXISTING BUILDINGPROPOSED ADDITION3'-6"No.DescriptionDate12345PROJECT ARCHITECTSEALPROJECT CONSULTANTSPROJECT INFORMATIONOWNER INFORMATIONPROJECT REVISIONSSHEET NAMESHEET NO.Copyright © by Seger Architects Inc.All Rights ReservedJob No.:Date:Scale:Designed By:Drawn By:Checked By:Approved By:JASJAS, SLJASJASAs NotedApril 9, 20202019-049BUILDINGRESTORATION49 Federal StreetSalem, MAA-3Elevations49 Federal St. LLC49 Federal StreetSalem, MA01970South Elevation1East Elevation2RAILING DIMENSION2.25.204-22-2020 DRB SUBMITTAL EXIST DRIVEWAY3'-6"EXISTING BUILDINGPROPOSED ADDITION3'-6" 3'-6"No.DescriptionDate12345PROJECT ARCHITECTSEALPROJECT CONSULTANTSPROJECT INFORMATIONOWNER INFORMATIONPROJECT REVISIONSSHEET NAMESHEET NO.Copyright © by Seger Architects Inc.All Rights ReservedJob No.:Date:Scale:Designed By:Drawn By:Checked By:Approved By:JASJAS, SLJASJASAs NotedApril 9, 20202019-049BUILDINGRESTORATION49 Federal StreetSalem, MAA-2-BElevations49 Federal St. LLC49 Federal StreetSalem, MA01970North Elevation (Federal Street) - BWest Elevation (Driveway) - B21DORMER, PORCH REVISION2.25.204-22-2020 DRB SUBMITTAL PROPOSED ADDITION3'-6"EXISTING BUILDINGPROPOSED ADDITION3'-6"No.DescriptionDate12345PROJECT ARCHITECTSEALPROJECT CONSULTANTSPROJECT INFORMATIONOWNER INFORMATIONPROJECT REVISIONSSHEET NAMESHEET NO.Copyright © by Seger Architects Inc.All Rights ReservedJob No.:Date:Scale:Designed By:Drawn By:Checked By:Approved By:JASJAS, SLJASJASAs NotedApril 9, 20202019-049BUILDINGRESTORATION49 Federal StreetSalem, MAA-3 -BElevations49 Federal St. LLC49 Federal StreetSalem, MA01970South Elevation - B1East Elevation - B2RAILING DIMENSION2.25.204-22-2020 DRB SUBMITTAL 10 DERBY SQUARE, SALEM, MA 01970 PHONE: 978-744-0208 > JOHNASEGER@SEGERARCHITECTS.COM City of Salem DRB-April 8, 2020 Re: 49 Federal Street, Salem, MA Railing Design-Cut Sheet Colonial Balusters Double Top Railing system- 42” H. 10 DERBY SQUARE, SALEM, MA 01970 PHONE: 978-744-0208 > JOHNASEGER@SEGERARCHITECTS.COM Exterior Doors- Entry Door/Balcony Doors Simpson Door Company-Traditional Door Series (Fir Wood-Paint Option) Clear Tempered Glass Panels 10 DERBY SQUARE, SALEM, MA 01970 PHONE: 978-744-0208 > JOHNASEGER@SEGERARCHITECTS.COM Windows for Back Addition Andersen 400 Series-Fibrex Clad Wood Windows KIMBERLEY DRISCOLL MAYOR TOM DANIEL, AICP DIRECTOR CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 98 WASHINGTON STREET ♦ SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970 TELE: 978-619-5685 STAFF MEMO TO: Kate Newhall-Smith FROM: Patti Kelleher DATE: February 24, 2020 RE: 49 Federal Street – Request for review in Urban Renewal Area Historic Name: Charles and Julia F. Odell House Construction Date: 1873 Architectural Style: Second Empire This wood-frame Second Empire style building was constructed in 1873. Resting on a granite foundation, the building is T-shape in plan with a two bay wide façade facing Federal Street. The building’s original entrance is located on the east elevation at the intersection of the side wing and is now covered by an enclosed porch. While this building has been clad in vinyl siding, it retains much of its original Second Empire detailing, including original 2/2 wood window sash and elaborate window trim on the Federal Street elevation - scrolled open pedimented hoods supported on brackets on first story windows and moulded lables on second story windows. Window sills on this elevation are supported at their ends by small paired brackets. The building is capped by a mansard roof that sits above a cornice featuring a simple architrave and frieze with projecing eaves supported on paired brackest alternating with triple modillions. Each slope of the mansard roof is puncturated by irregularly spaced dormers. An addition on the northwest side of the building was likely added by 1897. The building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Staff Memo to SRA/DRB –49 Federal Street February 24, 2020 Page 2 Comments: According to the plans submitted, the developer of this property is proposing to restore much of the building’s original architectural detailing. This includes restoration of the original 2/2 wood window sash, window and cornice trim, and wood gutters. The plans also show the removal of the existing vinyl siding and restoration of wood clapboards beneath. Removing the vinyl siding may reveal the presence of decorative trim typical of the Second Empire style such as corner quoining, paneling below the bay window, cornerboards, and decorative siding, that should also be restored. In addition to this restoration work, the developer is also proposing some building changes, including a new addition and porch enclosure. For these changes, I offer the following comments: ▪ The plans show the removal of the building’s two original chimneys. According to the Salem Historical Commission’s Design Guidelines, original chimneys should be retained and preserved. ▪ The plans do not indicate the location for new mechanicals such as vent pipes for furnaces, plumbing and gas fireplaces as well as exterior HVAC or AC condenser units. These elements should be clearly shown on the plans to ensure that vents, pipes, condensers, etc. are placed in the least visible location as possible. ▪ The plans indicate the use of composite materials for the new addition, porch enclosure and roof balustrades. The use of composite materials in certain circumstances is becoming more acceptable to address the lack of old growth wood and sustainability concerns regarding exotic hardwoods. Cellular PVC comes in many traditional profiles and has a matte finish. The Historical Commission has approved the use of this material with the following conditions: o Clapboards and trim to be installed with smooth side exposed, not the simulated-grain side. o All composite material to be painted to replicate the appearance of painted wood. ▪ The plans show the use of diagonal lattice. The Historical Commission typically recommends square lattice for historic buildings. ▪ The plans show a new porch enclosure to provide finished interior space. While the original open porch has already been modified with an enclosure, the proposed new enclosure appears out of character with the Second Empire style of the historic house. Here are my initial thoughts on the design: o When the vinyl siding is removed, details of the original porch may be uncovered, such as the profiles of the original cornice molding and porch posts. These original elements could be replicated in the new design. o Instead of three windows on the east elevation of the porch, four longer mullioned windows that more closely resemble the window height on the original house would give the appearance of a sunroom or porch enclosure more typical to an historic building. o The plans indicate new windows to be 2/2 and vinyl clad. I would recommend new windows to be all wood with simulated divided lights (muntins applied to the exterior of the windows and not sandwiched between the glass). In some instances, the Commission has approved aluminum clad windows in the historic districts, but has not approved vinyl clad. I would also recommend that window specifications be provided to ensure that the width and profile of muntin bars and the dimensions of the glass and sash frame (bottom rail, stile and top rail) closely replicate the dimensions of the original windows on the house. o The height of the balustrade above the enclosure is not shown. Typically, new railings are required to be significantly taller than an historic roof balustrade in order to meet building codes. It is not clear if a secondary railing above a more traditionally-scale balustrade is proposed to address the height requirement, but this technique is often used to visually reduce what could otherwise appear fence-like. ▪ Two second story windows on the east elevation are proposed to be replaced with doors, assumingly to access the roof of the new porch enclosure. The details of these doors are not provided. ▪ The plans show modifications to a small dormer on the east elevation that currently serves as an egress door for a fire escape. While this dormer may be a later addition, the modifications proposed appear out of character with the building. Bringing the two windows closer together and replicating the trim details found on the original dormers would be more appropriate than two narrow windows spaced apart with simple clapboard siding. Design Review Board Recommendation 49 Federal Street Small Project Review – Façade Restoration and Construction of Rear Addition Meeting Date: April 22, 2020 Members Present: Paul Durand, Chair, David Jaquith, Glenn Kennedy, Catherine Miller, Marc Perras, Helen Sides, J. Michael Sullivan Members Absent: None 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 proposed façade restoration and construction of a rear, two-story, 10’ x 22’ addition as designed and conditioned herein. Referenced Plans and Documents 1. Plan Set titled ‘Building Restoration, 49 Federal Street’, prepared by Seger Architects, Inc., 10 Derby Square, Salem, MA 01970, dated 4/9/20. 2. Color samples provided by Michael Becker via email on 4/22/20. 3. Comments from Patricia Kelleher, Preservation Planner, dated 2/24/20. 4. Staff Comments dated 4/15/20. Conditions of Approval: The DRB recommends incorporating the following conditions: 1. Consistency with Approved Design/Plans: Should the applicant determine that the project may not be completed as presented and conditioned herein, he/she/they shall return to the DRB to review proposed modifications prior to making any changes in the field. 2. Compliance with Parking Regulations: The applicant shall provide one (1) offsite parking space to meet the City of Salem parking regulations, which require one (1) parking space for each residential unit in an existing structure in the B5 zoning district. 3. Façade Color Palette: The Board did not vote to recommend a specific color palette and found that those color schemes presented by the applicant via his April 22nd communication, would be appropriate. However, members of the DRB expressed a preference for the following colors. • Siding: Hathaway Peach HC-53 • Trim: Spanish White 943 • Door: Witching Hour 2120-30 4. Color of Vestibule: The applicant shall paint the vestibule the same color as the trim on the house. 5. East Elevation Window: The small window on the first floor of the East Elevation be two over two rather than six-over-six. 6. Balusters: The applicant shall install square balusters on all of the building’s railings rather than the turned ones. 7. Landscaping Consideration: The applicant shall consider, but not be obligated to, planting a shade tree toward the rear property line in between the two southern-most parking areas to help offset the site’s nearly 100% impervious surface. Findings 1. Consistency with Design Standards and Guidelines: This project is consistent with the design guidelines and standards in that the existing materials are being repaired and/or replaced in- kind, many of the windows will be refurbished and retained, and the only significant change to the structure, the rear addition, will not be readily visible from the public way, thereby preserving the viewscape along this portion of Federal Street. 2. Relationship of Addition to Main Structure: The proposed addition is subordinate to the main structure. Its placement on the rear of the structure ensures that its visibility from the historic streetscape is negligible. 3. Character of the Neighborhood: The addition does not add significant volume or massing to the home therefore preserving the character of the structure and its place in the neighborhood. Signature of the DRB: By the signature below, I certify that this recommendation accurately reflects the actions of the Design Review Board. _______________________________________ _________ Paul Durand Date Chair 4/24/2020 Decision 49 Federal Street Small Project Review – Façade Restoration and Construction of Rear Addition Meeting Date: May 13, 2020 Members Present: David Guarino, Dean Rubin, Russell Vickers Members Absent: Grace Napolitano Decision: At a regular meeting of the Salem Redevelopment Authority (SRA), upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was unanimously voted to approve the façade restoration and construction of a rear, two-story, 10’ x 22’ addition as designed and conditioned herein. Referenced Plans and Documents 1. Plan Set titled ‘Building Restoration, 49 Federal Street’, prepared by Seger Architects, Inc., 10 Derby Square, Salem, MA 01970, dated 4/9/20. 2. Color samples provided by Michael Becker via email on 4/22/20. 3. Design Review Board Recommendation dated 4/24/20 4. Staff Comments dated 5/7/20. Conditions of Approval 1. Consistency with Approved Design/Plans: Should the applicant determine that the project may not be completed as presented and conditioned herein, he/she/they shall return to the SRA and DRB to review proposed modifications prior to making any changes in the field. 2. Compliance with Parking Regulations: The applicant shall provide one (1) offsite parking space to meet the City of Salem parking regulations, which require one (1) parking space for each residential unit in an existing structure in the B5 zoning district. 3. Façade Color Palette: The Board did not vote to recommend a specific color palette and found that those color schemes presented by the applicant via his April 22nd communication, would be appropriate. However, members of the DRB expressed a preference for the following colors.  Siding: Hathaway Peach HC-53  Trim: Spanish White 943  Door: Witching Hour 2120-30 4. Color of Vestibule: The applicant shall paint the vestibule the same color as the trim on the house. 5. East Elevation Window: The small window on the first floor of the East Elevation be two over two rather than six-over-six. 6. Balusters: The applicant shall install square balusters on all of the building’s railings rather than the turned ones. 7. Landscaping Consideration: The applicant shall consider, but not be obligated to, planting a shade tree toward the rear property line in between the two southern-most parking areas to help offset the site’s nearly 100% impervious surface. Findings 1. Consistency with Design Standards and Guidelines: This project is consistent with the design guidelines and standards in that the existing materials are being repaired and/or replaced in- kind, many of the windows will be refurbished and retained, and the only significant change to the structure, the rear addition, will not be readily visible from the public way, thereby preserving the viewscape along this portion of Federal Street. 2. Relationship of Addition to Main Structure: The proposed addition is subordinate to the main structure. Its placement on the rear of the structure ensures that its visibility from the historic streetscape is negligible. 3. Character of the Neighborhood: The addition does not add significant volume or massing to the home therefore preserving the character of the structure and its place in the neighborhood. Signature of the SRA By the signature below, I certify that this summary accurately reflects the discussion of the SRA. _______________________________________ _________ Tom Daniel, AICP Date Executive Director May 27, 2020 | 8:06 PM PDT