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13 BECKET STREET - BUILDING JACKET a CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BUILDING DEPARTMENT 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3RDFLOOR TEL: 978-745-9595 KUaERLEY DRISCOLL FAx:978-740-9846 MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER VIOLATION LETTER FOLLOW UP 13 Beckett Street January 12, 2012 Chester J. Chalupowski Jr. 119 Water Street, Unit#65 Beverly,Massachusetts 01915 RE: 13 Beckett Street Mr. Chalupowski, Our office is following up our violation letter, dated 10-25-2011,regarding your property located at 13 Beckett Street. Said property was found to be in violation of multiple Massachusetts State Building Code requirements,this department thanks you for your prompt action to rectify two of the four issues as stated in your letter to our office date,November 14, 2011. Still outstanding as stated in said letter were the items pertaining to the chimney and the fire ladder on the left side of the house. This department did receive a letter from your Architect, Mr. John Falat dated December 1, 2011,but have had no success in contacting Mr. Falat as the number on his letterhead and that he provide in his voice message states; "that the number is no longer in service". In Mr. Falat's letter he provides no Massachusetts registered architectural wet stamp on his correspondence, only in his words regarding the ladder; "It appeared to be O.K. to me." In addition further discussion between Mr. Falat and this department are required regarding the chimney and Mr. Falat's suggested fix. If you could please contact Mr. Falat and ask him to contact our office, and in addition leave a valid and operable phone number upon receipt of this letter it would be appreciated. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. If you have any questions regarding this letter,please contact the Building Inspectors Office at(978) 745-9595, tension 5648. Respectfully,x�n� Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assistant Building Inspector Cc: file,Health Dept.,Fire Prevention,and Mayor's Office. CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BUILDING DEPARTMENT 120 WASHINGTON STREET, 3"D FLOOR TEL: 978-745-9595 x1MBERLEY DRISCOLL FAx: 978-740-9846 MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER VIOLATION LETTER FOLLOW UP 13 Beckett Street February 8, 2012 Chester J. Chalupowski Jr. 119 Water Street,Unit#65 Beverly, Massachusetts 01915 RE: 13 Beckett Street Mr. Chalupowski, This letter is in response to your facsimile transmittal received in our office at 1:34 p.m. on January 17,2012 and our office's violation letter, dated October 25, 2011, regarding your property located at 13 Beckett Street. It also shall embrace phone conversations with your Architect Mr. John Falat on January 17,2012 and again on January 27,2012 at his 1-781-581-5103 phone number that for some unknown reason is only is "out of service"when calling from our office's landline. This number appears operable when calling from my city cellphone,personal cell phone or any other line that was used to contact him,Mr. Falat was made aware of this issue during our conversation Said property was found to be in violation of multiple Massachusetts State Building Code requirements, this department thanks you for your prompt action to rectify two of the four issues as stated in your letter to our office date, November 14, 2011. As stated in prior letters still outstanding were the items pertaining to the chimney and the fire ladder located on the left side of the house. In Mr. Falat's letter he provides no Massachusetts registered architectural wet stamp on his correspondence, only in his words regarding the ladder; `It appeared to be O.K. to me." This office is requesting an affidavit in lieu of a Live Load Test, with verification and certification that all connections, supports and materials have been tested and acceptable by the registered professional. As stated in the Massachusetts State Building Code, Eighth Edition; Section 1001.3 Testing and Certification—All exterior bridges, steel or wooden stairways,fire escapes and egress balconies shall be examined and or tested, and certified for structural adequacy and safety every five years, by a Massachusetts Registered professional Engineer, or other qualified and acceptable to the Building Official, who shall then submit an affidavit to the Building Official. T P QTY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSET'T'S BUILDING DEPARTMENT 3t,0 �s�`�,%�' 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3ftD FLOOR ee�y��' TEL: 978-745-9595 KIMaERLEY DRISCOLL FAx: 978-740-9846 MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER In my phone conversations with Mr. Falat he assured me that this affidavit as required by 780 CMR 1001.3,would be sent to our office affixed with his Massachusetts registered architectural wet stamp and signature. As of this date our office has received no such affidavit, thus the violation regarding the egress ladder is still outstanding. Considering the life safety factors associated with this egress ladder for the tenants of the building this office is now demanding a review and/or an affidavit immediately as required by Section 1001.3 from Mr. Falat or another qualified professional to the ladders status. Furthermore this office still has outstanding violations related to the exterior chimney, a recent site visit by our office did reveal that the gap between the chimney and building has been filled, but the matter of why this separation occurred is still needs to be resolved. Mr. Fallet in his letter states; "The chimney does not appear to have shifted or moved from where it was constructed and is braced and adequately attached to the building.", this does not answer the question of how the separation occurred. An affidavit with Mr. Fallet or by a Massachusetts Registered Professional Engineer, or other qualified professional assuring this office that that the chimney is not in a condition detrimental to the public safety, shall only be acceptable to assure compliance. Additionally cracks in the concrete masonry blocks and deterioration of the mortar joists are evident, and the work stated in Mr. Fallet's letter to remove, prime and paint the chimney bracing is still complete. Also noted during the visit was the clean out door is also in need of repair. For the reasons stated above it is asked that schedule a meeting with our office immediately upon receipt of this letter with our department to discuss these matters. The inclusion of you Registered professional would be welcomed at this meeting. Or you are hereby ordered to begin to rectify these conditions within 7 days of receipt of this notice. Failure to do so may result in further actions being brought against you,up to and including the filing of criminal complaints at District Court. You have the right to appeal this order to the State Board of Building Regulations at One Ashburton Place; Boston, Ma. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. If you have any questions regarding this letter,please contact the Building Inspectors Office at(978) 745-9595, extension 5648. Respectfully, Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assistant Building Inspector Cc: file,Health Dept.,Fire Prevention,and Jason Silva. Feb 1412 02:42p CjC I&RE 1 (978)9214945 p.1 Chester J. Chalupowski Margaret Chalupowski,MD,PhD,JD 119 Water Street,465; Beverly, MA 01915 Phone/Fax: 978-921-4945 February t4, 2012 Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assistant Building Inspector City of Salem Building Department 120 Washington Street Salem, MA 01970 VIA CERTIFIED MAIL #7009 2820 0000 8275 6055 VIA FAX-978-740-9846 Re: 13 Becket Street,follow up Dear Mr. Lutrzykowski: In response to your letter dated February 8,2012, please be advised that it is my position that I have met the requirement of your letter dated October 25,2011 where you requested inspection of the ladder at 13 Becket Street by a professional along with other issues. I do not believe that I should now be required to spend more of my limited resources on additional professional service. Nevertheless, if you insist, I will welpome the opportunity to meet with you in person to discuss the matter as suggested by you in your letter. Please let me know what time you would be available to meet with me. I may exercise my right to bring to said meeting my architect, Mr. John Falat, as well as my attorney. As to your comments concerning the function of Mr. Falat's office answering service, please be advised that I do not have any control over the matter, and I do not believe that this matter is in any way relevant to the issue at hand. I am looking forward to hearing form you regarding the time of our meeting. Very truly yours, Chester Chalupowski CC: Office of John Falat,Architect, 185 Bass Point Road,Nahant, MA 01908 CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BUILDING DEPARTMENT 120 WASHINGTON STREET, 31iD FLOOR =`gip TEL: 978-745-9595 KIMBERLEY DRISCOLL FAx: 978-740-9846 MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER VIOLATION LETTER FOLLOW UP 13 Beckett Street February 16, 2012 Chester J. Chalupowski Jr. 119 Water Street, Unit#65 Beverly, Massachusetts 01915 RE: 13 Beckett Street Mr. Chalupowski, Regarding our scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at our office at 120 Washington Street. This meeting is not to discuss whether the affidavits regarding the fire escape and chimney are required, as stated prior the documentation provided by your Architect is not sufficient to this office. You have the right to appeal this order to the State Board of Building Regulations at One Ashburton Place, Boston, Massachusetts. You are hereby ordered to begin to rectify these conditions within 7 days of receipt of this notice. Thank you in advance for yourcooperation. If you have any questions regarding this letter, please contact the Building Inspectors Office at(978) 745-9595, extension 5648. Respectfully, Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assistant Building Inspector Cc: file, Health Dept., Fire Prevention, and Jason Silva. ou�alnvwooF CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BUILDINGDEPARTMENT 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3RD FLOOR TEL: 978-745-9595 K MBERLEYDRISCOLL FAx: 978-740-9846 MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER Notice of Building Code Violations 11 Beckett Street—Unit #3 April 19, 2012 Chester J. Chalupowski Jr. 119 Water Street,Unit#65 Beverly, Massachusetts 01915 Mr. Chalupowski, Our office received a complaint regarding your property located at 11 Beckett Street. The complaints were investigated on Wednesday, April 4, 2012, said property was found to be in violation of Massachusetts State Building Code requirements. Conditions that have been deemed to be insufficient; Numerous locations on the building's wood exterior deck and stairway are deteriorating and in need of repair constituting a hazard to the public and current occupants of the dwelling. The most glaring of these is the gap between the decking and the exterior siding of the dwelling. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 3400.4) Railing attachments to the buildings structure at rear third floor deck landing entrance is not in accordance with State Building Code requirements. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 3400.4) Guard rail needs to be installed on outside of second floor double hung window located on upper mid- level landing of rear wood stair. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 1013.0) Railing attachment at the bottom portion ofstairway into the unit is not in accordance with State Building Code requirements. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 3400.4) No Smoke detector is present at top ofstairway,immediate attention to this item is required. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 907.0) I CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BUILDING DEPARTMENT 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3RD FLOOR TEL: 978-745-9595 FAx: 978-740-9846 KIMBERLEY DRISCOLL MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER Carbon Monoxide detector not operable in bedroom area, immediate attention to this item is required. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 907.0) Lavatory mechanical ventilation is not operable; immediate attention to this item is required. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 1203.4.2.1.) Basement stair smoke detector is not functioning; immediate attention to this item is required. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 907.0) Please notify this office immediately upon receipt of this correspondence. You are hereby ordered to begin to rectify these conditions within 7 days of receipt of this notice; failure to respond to this notification will be construed as non-compliance,with issuance of Municipal tickets and as such an Administrative Search Warrant will be sought, so as to allow the lawful inspection of this property. You have the right to appeal this order to the State Board of Building Regulations at One Ashburton Place, Boston, Ma. If you have any questions regarding this letter,please contact the Building Inspectors Office at(978) 745- 9595, extension 5648. Respectfully, Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assistant Building Inspector Cc: file,Health Dept.,Fire Prevention,Jason Silva. X96 .�oatoz rfLa.Gaacl�i�aettb 0.210�161� Mkt Romney ta0� jnj�r�+OO Edward 0.Flynn G� Secretary Kerry Healey J¢G". /61�/�d^��J'.Cr' Joseph S.Lain Lieutenant Governor Commissioner April 23, 2003 s" Mr. Chester Chalupowski y 119 Water Street 1165 < J Beverly, MA 01915 Dear Sir, This is to confirm our meeting for the first time on Monday April 14, 2003 at approximatly 3:30 P.M. at 13 Becket Street in Salem, MA. This is regarding the existing second egress ladder from the third floor as cited by Inspector Frank DiPaolo of the Salem Building Department. 780CMR-SECT 1004.2. 1 Earlier that day you faxed information which I reviewed. I then copied and highlighted excerpts from the Building Code (6th edition) for your information. A copy of the official interpertation 1140-94-article 8- (5th edition) is for your use as an additional guide. Which I gave you at our meeting. This information was to advise you of your right. to appeal the order of the local inspector. The Building Code Board of Appeals is the only forum with the authority to vary the building code. If you have any further questions please call. John JJ, McCarthy State Building Inspector a e�YGG �x -crier rvPi C)PNe-o/ 9"Arl Ya + -Toa4d o��u�ld Relq_r oswand lr&wda_: THOMAS GATZLN IS �RYar<e9uta.�.oni Jea(.'Pi - rJLoos�v 7.907 )AVE �11'IFT Cha,rm,nKENTARO TSL'TSL'MI c,,,,.n„r �' oalon., ��aooae>lxt�lfa�02708 1�«ch,�rm,� JASfES7AJCGA - THOMAS L. ROGERS Sccrerarr TEL: (617) 727-7532 FAX: (617) 227-1754 Adm.„„raro. STATE BUILDING CODE APPEALS BOARD-SERVICE NOTICE •as—. for the Appellant/Petitioner Q'egt2Y J. G-011.7iS7nE�Q in an appeal filed with the State Building Code Appeals Board on 4-24-2003 HEREBY SWEAR UNDER THE PAINS AND PENALTIES OF PERIURY THAT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCEDURES ADOPTED BY THE STATE BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS AND SECTION 122.3.1 OF THE STATE BUILDING CODE, I SERVED OR CAUSED TO BE SERVED, A COPY OF THIS APPEAL APPLICATION ON THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) N THE T'OLLO WNG MANNER: NAME AND ADDRESS OF PF_Pcr1N/A .FTI vSFRVTn L4IDiOD r1F SITZ VICE DATE OF SERVICE -..T4= St Pie= 120+bshugrm Street 3rd F1 FErsa-ally 4-24-2003 en, S. 1 ifn :APP TITIO On the 24 ay of App / 3`�1J }/n� i PERSONALLY APPEARED BEFORE:V¢THE ABOVE NAMED n�0 /` l..I l /L4n WS (TVPe or Print the Nome of the Appellant) _ AND ACKNOWLEDGED AND SWORE THE ABOVE STATEMENTS TO BE TRUE gCCOb�iN_115SIONY,Y�t ry Public h of Massachusetts ission Expires er 4,2007 NOTAR\ Pl'BLIC MY . K 1797 (EfTeni%e :.'_3,97) 7S0 C..\1R - Sixth Edition 631 fi DOVY TO ROO C5i, F � (:::rue Eft 11 u.�l�� OTTow - DOO R C W �� STAI RS RTIE (�1r AN V MIN DOW DOW EGR ESS i CLO CLO SET SET �� STO rjpap��• VE DOO y9�r SQ �Zn�c��va`G DOW R DO FR 4t��N G�Cowl' i { DOO \I I � R VMN {Ij DPN I WIN MN Drp DODOw Nf .co T CITY OF SALEM9 MASSACHUSETTS PUBLIC PROPERTY DEPARTMENT 2 120 WASHINGTON STREET, 3RDFLOOR f!q SALEM, MA O 1970 s '^ TEL. (978) 745-9595 EXT. 380 'hnva FAX (978) 740-9846 STANLEY J. LISOVICZ, JR. MAYOR January 8, 2003 copy Chester J. Chalupowski Jr 119 Water Street Beverly, Ma. 01915 RE: 11-13 Becket Street Dear Mr. Chalupowski: Back in June of 2002, you had our Department along with Fire Prevention do an inspection of your property for condo conversion. There was one or two apartment that didn't meet egress codes and an up to date fire protection. Not happy with our answers, you then called State Building Inspector, John McCarthy and he once again agreed with our decision. You've continued on not adhering to our decisions. You've had for sale signs on City property and private property, and have still insisted on going ahead with this project. The State Building Department has agreed with our decision Therefore, I ask you to stop the condo conversion until City and State Department are satisfied. If you are feel aggrieved by this decision you may appeal to the Board of Building Regulations and Standards at One Ashburton Place, Boston, Ma. You have 15 days to adhere to this order or a complaint will be issued in Salem District Court. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. Sincerely, Frank DiPaolo Building Inspector cc: Mayors Office Fire Prevention Councillor Chuber ,�co�+u�r CITY OF SALEM9 MASSACHUSETTS yQ� �'��, PUBLIC PROPERTY DEPARTMENT g, 120 WASHINGTON STREET, 3RD FLOOR SALEM, MA 01970 TEL. (978) 745-9595 EXT. 380 FAX (978) 740-9846 STANLEY J. LISOVICZ, JR. MAYOR April 8, 2003 (C0Py Chester Chalapowski 119 Water Street Unit 65 Beverly, Ma. 01915 RE: 13 Beckett Street, Salem Dear Mr. Chalapowski: Per your request, I have rescheduled the hearing at Salem District Court to 12:00 on May 1, 2003. The hearing will be in the magistrate's office. As discussed, this department has called out a dangerous egress referring to the ladder being used as a second means of egress. State Building Code 780 CMR, Section 10042; 1 You were provided the appropriate appeal forms and your right to appeal to the Board of Building Regulations and Standards. The sixth edition of the State Building Code has been in effect since mid 1998 and is the document you need to refer to. Sincerely, L ti � c-''L��Le Thomas St. Pierre Acting Building Commissioner cc: Mayors Office Tom Phillbin Fire Prevention e ,CON M4I'i4 of nt, asmr1j setts 1:1uhlic Propertg Beparhueut 1 uillinq Pepartntent (iDnr r,�ttlem (�Jrern zt5-u�to . William H. Munroe Director of Public Property Maurice M. Martineau, Asst Inspector Inspector of Buildings Edgar J. Paquin, Ass't Inspector Zoning Enforcement Officer John L. LeClerc, Plumbing/Gas Insp. April 6, 1987 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: RE: 13 Becket St. , Salem R-2 District After researching the departmental files and after viewing the property at 13 Becket Street, Salem; the following determination is made: The property was constructed as, and is being used as, a three family dwelling. This use is grandfathered and as far as this office e is concerned the use as a three family may continue. Sincerely, William H. Munroe Zoning Enforcement Officer Inspector of Buildings WHM:bms ff446� r CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS E BUILDING DEPARTMENT r 120 wAsFuNGTON STREET, 3"FLOOR TEL: 978-745-9595 `j, xtMBERLEY DRISCOLL FAx: 978-740-9846 MAYOR THOMAS STTIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER Notice of Building Code Violations 11-13 Beckett Street October 25, 2011 Chester J. Chalupowski Jr. 119 Water Street, Unit#65 Beverly, Massachusetts 01915 RE: 11-13 Beckett Street Mr. Chalupowski, Our office received a complaint regarding your property located at 13 Beckett Street. The complaints were investigated on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 along with David Greenbaum and Elizabeth Salandrea of the Salem Health Department. Said property was found to be in violation of multiple Massachusetts State Building Code requirements. Conditions that have been deemed to be insufficient; Numerous locations on the building's exterior trim and clapboards are deteriorating and thus constituting a hazard to the public and current occupants of the dwelling. This continued neglect of the building's envelope is allowing for the continued decline to the structures exterior. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR Section 3400.4) The chimney at the rear of the structure has separated from the buildings facade and appears to be in danger of collapse. Presently the chimney's separation from the building is causing the inside cavity of exterior wood stud wall to be exposed to the weather. The present method of securing the chimney is inadequate, a licensed Massachusetts's Registered Design Professional shall be required to review this situation. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 116, 780 CMR Section 107.6.2 and Massachusetts General Law's Chapter 143) t QTY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS a BUILDINGDEPARTMENT \ ` 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3'FLOOR TEL: 978-745-9595 KIMBERLEY DRISCOLL FAx: 978-740-9846 MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLICPROPERTIES/BUILDING COMNIISSIONER Railing attachments to the buildings structure at all entrance stairs are not in accordance with State Building Code requirements. Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR Section 3400.4) The existing ladder that is used as a second means of egress on the left side of the dwelling shall be "examined and or tested, and certified for structural adequacies". Under the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR Section 1001.3.2 & Table 110) You are hereby ordered to begin to rectify these conditions within 7 days of receipt of this notice. Failure to do so may result in further actions being brought against you, up to and including the filing of criminal complaints at District Court. You have the right to appeal this order to the State Board of Building Regulations at One Ashburton Place, Boston, Ma. If you have any questions regarding this letter,please contact the Building Inspectors Office at (978) 745-9595, extension 5648. Respectfully, Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assi/st�ant Building Ins ecto Cc: file,Health Dept. e Prevention, and Mayor's Office. Chester J. Chalupowski Margaret Chalupowski, MD, PhD, JD 119 Water Street, #65; Beverly, MA 01915 Phone/Fax: 978-921-4945 November 14, 2011 Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assistant Building Inspector City of Salem,Building Department 120 Washington Street Salem, MA 01970 VIA CERTIFIED MAIL Re: 13 Becket Street Dear Mr. Lutrzykowski: I am in receipt of your letter dated October 25, 2011 about a complaint received by your office regarding the condition of my 3-family residential building located at 13 Becket Street in Salem. Please be advised that immediately after receiving your letter I did begin to rectify the four areas of concern listed in your letter. 1. I carefully inspected the building's exterior(or envelope as referred to in your letter). The building was renovated and painted in its entirety at a great financial expense in the summer of 2001. While there are some areas of chipping of the paint, I would not agree that said chippings could constitute a hazard to the public or current occupants. Nevertheless, I do intend to renovate the building, weather conditions and my finances permitting. My plan is to perform the capital renovation of the exterior of the building in the spring on 2011 2. Regarding the condition of the chimney at the left side of the rear part of the building, I am in the process of retaining a licensed professional to review the situation as suggested in your letter. I will notify you promptly about the result of said review. 3. The railing attachments at both entrances stairs have been fixed and stabilized by an experienced contractor immediately upon receipt of your letter. 4. Regarding the ladder designated as a second means of egress on the left side of the building, I am in the process of retaining a licensed professional to inspect and certify it for structural adequacies. As in the case of the chimney referred to above, I will notify you promptly about the result of said inspection. Please be advised that I monitor the condition of my property on a regular basis, and do perform any necessary repairs and improvements when necessary through my reliable and capable contractor, who is always available on a very short notice. I have owned this property for almost 25 years with overall occupancy rate close to 90%. I have been always in full compliance with all applicable laws and building codes. Please be advised that in July 2006, while doing some renovations of the roof of the building, I suffered a 30-foot fall resulting in a serious spinal injury, which required a complicated neurosurgical intervention involving insertion of 15" long titanium rods. As a result of said injury I am currently disabled and the rental property is my only income. Therefore any renovations requiring immediate expenditure of large sums of money would constitute a considerable hardship for me. Out of the four areas of concern, one (0) has already been remedied. Two issues requiring a review by a licensed professional (42 and#4) are being currently addressed. The issue (41) of the chipping paint of the exterior of the building will be addressed in due course. I hope we can agree that it does not require immediate attention, and the plan to have the renovation in the spring of 2012 would be acceptable to you. Thank you very �h or ur ant* ipated understanding of the matters discussed above. Sincerely, j Che Chalup Iit lif�titiit111tilitli'.fi i'a't111t Hiili'fU1t.11.t 1'it ikii 1111 _ ti;:^i" .:.' �.Ci_i 1 ! 11 11 11I1�, 1LLL I1 ii!! 11 1 lI 11 LL !!l1l� OZ MN N NN• N O o o1 228h SL28 0000 0282 600E 6 (J 11 _ • 1 II pr� so CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BUILDING DEPARTMENT 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3RDFLOOR TSL: 978-745-9595 FAx:978-740-9846 KIMBERLEY DRISCOLL MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING CONMSSIONER December 5, 2011 Mr. John Falat 185 Bass Point Road Nahant, Massachusetts 01908 RE: Architect's Letter Mr. Falat, Recently our office received a letter from you regarding the outstanding violations via mail pertaining to Mr. Chester Chalupowski's property located at 13 Beckett Street, Salem, Massachusetts. Our office has made multiple attempts to reach you by phone at the number supplied on your. letterhead; "the message states that the number is no longer in order". . Please contact our office upon receipt of this letter so as we may discuss the aforementioned letter and outstanding violations. Respectfully, PRit�'a� ut`>�Lyko Assistant Building Inspector CC: file, Health, Fire Prevention, Mayor's Office, SENDER: COMPLETE THIS SECTION •MPLETE THIS SECTION ON DELIVERY ■ Complete items 1,2,and 3.Also complete A. Signature item 4 if Restricted Delivery Is desired. .JJ o„ t ❑Agent ■ Print your name and address on the reverse X r ^�^� 0 Addressee so that we Can return the card to you. B. Received by(Printed Name) C Date of Delivery ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, 1_� 7.,`� or on the front if space permits. / D. V different from Rem 1? 0 Yes 1. Article Addressed to: �Q ry address below: 0 No 10? Afto�r o�94it ❑Express Mail 0 Registered 0 Rehm Receipt for Merchandise 0 Insured Mail 0 C.O.D. . 4. Restricted Delivery?(Extra Fee) 0 yes 2. Article Number - (transfer fmm service labeq PS Forth 3811,February 2004 Domestic Return Receipt 102595-o2-M-1540 UNITED STATES PCbfZ'Sk IE6Zr-`Er`t "wy.._,:w . a Fes. „l c .. • Sender: Please print your name, address, and ZIP+4 in this box city of Jelem Building Department 120 Washington Street Salem, MA 01970 �� Illnnnlllrlrrlrrrlliunrllulr�uililnllrlluulnlrlinl a6�c CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BUILDING DEPARTMENT 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3'FLOOR gec�n� TSL:978-745-9595 FAY: 978-740-9846 KIMBERLEY DRISCOLL MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMIISSIONER January 11, 2012 Mr. John Falat 185 Bass Point Road Nahant, Massachusetts 01908 RE: Architect's Letter Mr. Falat, Our office forwarded you a letter from you regarding the outstanding violations via mail pertaining to Mr. Chester Chalupowski's property located at 13 Beckett Street, Salem, Massachusetts. While you replied as required the phone message you left on my voice mail was the same as supplied on your letterhead (781-581-5108). Our office has once again made multiple attempts to reach you by phone at the number supplied on your letterhead; "the message still states that the number is no longer in order". Please contact our office upon receipt of this letter immediately with a valid phone number or visit our office at 120 Washington Street, 3rd floor, Salem, Massachusetts so as we may discuss the aforementioned letter and outstanding violations. Respectfully,AR�� Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assistant Building Inspector CC: file, Health, Fire Prevention, Mayor's Office, a Or"ZMt, - ry Alm JAUA,� H _r Wdin _ 02 amt. � ou�2e� ��o- C�=�' amc� c� �rcv WI '� J Aubt Ct-d.Q,D c(&ud wmWhm cPrrr �� l �� P o cem c�c ►� c� the c tmdQ, �. am Au a C ars �fce ft4.& au A&k at)d1p h pc� q ,-tm.t�j Ou q tecta d U6 ama aanee- clod � o q& moped , QM � Qml�r appu 00 OJU d(3 rJ qegO-Adl), q . � 7 �, IVM 6 CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS BUILDING DEPARTMENT 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3"n FLOOR \q` TEL: 978-745-9595 xnviaERLEY DRISCOLL FAX: 978-740-9846 MAYOR THOMAS STTIERRE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER December 5, 2011 Mr. John Falat 185 Bass Point Road Nahant, Massachusetts 01908 RE: Architect's Letter Mr. Falat, Recently our office received a letter from you regarding the outstanding violations via mail pertaining to Mr. Chester Chalupowski's property located at 13 Beckett Street, Salem, Massachusetts. Our office has made multiple attempts to reach you by phone at the number supplied on your letterhead; "the message states that the number is no longer in order" . Please contact our office upon receipt of this letter so as we may discuss the aforementioned letter and outstanding violations. Respectfully, Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assistant Building Inspector CC: file, Health, Fire Prevention, Mayor's Office, JOhINF A L A r µ A R c N r r E c r rs , Sal-s ,oa 1 HS 0ASS POINT ROAD µ NAHANT. MA 01 908 December 1, 2011 Michael E. Lutrzykowski Assistant Building Inspector City of Salem, Building Department 120 Washington Street Salem, MA 01970 Re: 13 Becket St. Salem Mr, Lutrzykowski, t i Mr. Chalupowski has asked me to examine the chimney at the rear of the building on 13 Becket St. in Salem to see if it appears to be in danger of collapsing and if the present method of securing the chimney to the building is adequate. He has also requested that I examine the ladder attached to the left side of the building for structural adequacy. On November 25, 20111 was able to visit the house at 13 Becket Street and make the following observations: I! 1) The chimney does not appear to have shifted or moved from where it was constructed and is braced and adequately attached to the Building. 2) The ladder on the left side of the dwelling was tested for structural stability. It appeared to be O.K, tome. I have suggested the following improvements to Mr. Chalupowski.: I 1) That the void between the building and the chimney be filled with insulation and the missing trim boards sealing the space be replaced so that water is not allowed to enter the void. 2) That the rust on metal brackets supporting the chimney and the ladder be removed and the metal primed and painted. ;hn pe th' ade uatel addresses those concerns. i j Falat; Architect CC. Chester J. Chalupowski { i COMPLETE III ■ Complete items 1,2,and 3.Also complete A. ignatui ' Item 4 If Restricted Delivery is desired. 0 Agent ■ Print your name and address on the reverse X 0 Addtessee so that we can return the card to you. B. R eive y(Panted Name) C. Date of Delivery ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, or on the front if space permits. e ry dd different from Item 17 0 Yes 1. Article Addressed to: If%Qente all ry address below: 0 No /lv T�/� �� T , A291 i�.�<Tj�✓�q Dido' 3. ype 0 Certified Mail 0 Express Mail 0 Registered 0 Return Receipt for Merchandise ❑ Insured Mail ❑C.O.D. 4. Restricted Delivery?(Extra Fee) ❑yes 2. cls Rsfer from crvi 4 �7 v C7 PS Form 3811,February 2004 Domestic Return Receipt 102595-02-M-1540 UNITED STATES POStTAcL-y,$GRy1GE ' Permit No.G-10 • Sender: Please print your name, address, and ZIP+4 in this box e" Wo M M 0 n LVeT of riaVtMae&4 &"aavOfd ol e�edWiiv-9aA* � e p 94 i THOMAS GATZL'NIS JANE 5\1'IF7 G n{{I KENTARO TSUTSUMI Gr.cruor r �oo�astj* r!aaaac%uaelfa 02708 JAMES Srircury OA THOMAS L.ROGERS TEL. (617)1272,75k. FAX: (617)227-1754 Admini•araror ,J STATE Fee Received: STATE BUILDING CODE APPEALS BOARD Check No.: APPEAL APPLICATION FORM Received Bv: DOCKET NUMBER: DATE: (State Use Only) - The undersigned hereby appeals to the State Board of Building Regulations and Standarus from the decision of the: S91M Rrild;o-kEPMM 780-Q1R 1004.2.1 Mmm Of EgXe s Building Official from the City/Town of: CI len Mace-,1•tmty-a - Board of Appeals from the Ciry/fown of "Ilz! Other Municipal Agency/OfEcial entitled �I- Fi State AgencyiOfcial entitled: ?%.IiT i OTHER: ' Dated: 41Y 7[YY2 _, having been aggrievedby such(check as appropriate) Interpretation o Order o Requirement o Direction o Failure to Act o Other o ExplainWkIG a1MXt_gJapp=2xxi of- in 1qA7- ns must he idea tifi ' All w=trey supporting documentation must be submitted with this application. Parties may present written material at the hearing. However,the Board reserves the right to continue the proceeding irsuch material warrants extensive review. Stale Briefly desired relief. I eft the Bldirg Dept to 7b Ii= the Bppraval aid Oarplaare of d'e 3rd Fl it did T36231, . Of t[e hrildrg in 1987 " .issue r as.-xased and apetal fire escape/laddE r ties tD vitt full crnpliame ms s�fie3. APPELLANT: QIPSt2r J.`1' .. ADDRESS FOR SERVICE: ll l' a r #65-1� J I Telephone No.978— t>r 5514 ADDRESS OF SUBJECT PROPERTY 13�PE[ t $hr at Sale WnSSadU9ett eS APPELL. \ C C UB PROPERTY:' OMr i QVSter J Q>�h�Ad SIG 'A EOf.Ap ESEN ATIVE (NAME-PLEASE PRL,-I) 7.97 EtT.ec:ive _'.5 97) 780 C\IR- Sixth Edition 679 _ �ioa.,r�a��rc�i �'r�aZe�G(cticyad. t�tt� �aiii2��rrtb Joseph .JaLOA c/ -LILCPi U Commissioner Romney Matt Governor Govemor 04 PTU, 4¢G��.CGdf Thomas Gatzunis Chairman Kerry Healey vY / i/ /GJ� Lieutenant GovernorStanley Shuman / Vice Chairman Edward A.Flynn Secretary Thomas L.Rogers Administrator STATE BUILDING CODE APPEALS BOARD Date: July 1.1,2003 Mr. Chester Chalupowski Name of Appellant: 119 Water Street#65 Service Address: Beverly, MA 01915 In reference to: Docket Number: 03-072 Property Address: 13 Becket Street Salem, MA 01970 Date of Hearing: June 24,2003 We are pleased to enclose a copy of the decision relative to the above case wherein certain variances from the State Building Code had been requested. Sincerely: STATE BUILDING CODE APPEALS BOARD W D Jeffrey Putnam, Clerk cc: State Building Code Appeals Board Building Official Vis correspondence has 6een issuedf om the Boardof Buirling Regurations and Standards Taunton District Office: 1380 Bay St,P.O.Box 871,Taunton,WA 02780 STATE BUILDING CODE APPEALS BOARD Docket Number: 03-072 Date: July 11, 2003 All hearings are audio-recorded and the audio tape (which is on file at the office of the Board of Building Regulations and Standards) serves as the official record of the hearing. Copies of the audio tape are available from the Board for a fee of$5.00 per copy. Please make requests for copies in writing and attach a check made payable to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the appropriate fee. Requests may be addressed to: Patricia A. Brennan, Program Manager State Building Code Appeals Board BBRS/Department of Public Safety P. O. Box 871 Taunton, MA 02780 Summary of hearing: All parties were duly sworn prior to offering testimony. Attendees: Chester Chalupowski, Appellant Thomas St. Pierre, Municipal Building Official, City of Salem Background: In his letter, dated April 8, 2003, Mr. Thomas St. Pierre, Building Inspector for the City of Salem, served a letter to Mr. Chester Chalapowski, in reference to the following Section of 780 CMR, Sixth Edition (the State Building Code), 1004.4.2 #1, for property located at 13 Beckett Street. A copy of said letter is made part of this decision. The construction type of the subject building is 5B, and the use groups contained within are Assembly (A-2)and Residential (R-2). Relief Requested:The Appellant requested relief in the form of an order to lift the local building official's order that the second means of egress as dangerous since it has been in existence for many years, and no work. Appellant: The appellant testified that the he bought the property in question in 1987 as a three-family dwelling, and has a letter from the city building inspector/zoning officer back in 1987 that the property is a three-family dwelling. He has tax statements and health certificates stating it is a three-family. STATE BUILDING CODE APPEALS BOARD Docket Number: 03-072 Date: July 11,2003 The appellant testified that during an inspection by the local fire inspector on upgrading the smoke alarms, the inspector had concern with the second egress for the third unit and notified the building department. Subsequently,the appellant received a copy of a complaint filed by the building official in the local court for a"dangerous egress". Municipal Building Official: The building official was present at the hearing, and testified in opposition of the requested variance because he believes the egress is"unsafe". The building official testified that the egress is a ladder, not a fire escape which leads out a bathroom window and down the ladder with no "backing". The ladder is a tube ladder,which is three-stories high, and has no platform. The building official testified that the ladder is above an alley, which is 4-5 feet wide between the two buildings. The building official testified that he believes a building inspector can determine whether an egress is dangerous and unsafe and it is retroactive. T-he-building official testified that he-withdraws his-complaint against the owner-since-he can not prove-- when rovewhen the ladder was installed and a letter from the city in 1987 granted the building as a three-family. Decision: Following testimony, and based upon relevant information provided,Board members voted as indicated below. 11.......... Granted El.......... Denied ❑.......... Rendered Interpretation ❑..........Granted with conditions (see below) XXXX........Dismissed The vote was: XXXX..............Unanimous ❑ .......... Majority 1� STATE BUILDING CODE APPEALS BOARD Docket Number: 03-072 Date: July 11, 2003 Variance Dismissed without finding for: 780 CMR 1004.2#1. Dangerous second means of egress. Reasons for Dismissal: 1. The building inspector withdraws his complaint for the dangerous egress,and the building will remain as is with the ladder as the second egress for the third unit.. The following members voted in the above manner �f A Chairman—Thomas Gat z mis /tanMacDonald Alexander MacLeod A complete administrative record is on file at the office of the Board of Building Regulations and Standards. A true copy attest, dated: If 3 V � Lr" " Jeffrey Putnam, Clerk Any person aggrieved by a decision of the State Building Code Appeals Board may appeal to a court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with Chapter 30A, Section 14 of the Massachusetts General Laws. i Q CITY OF SALEM MASSACHUSETTS 6�,�j PUBLIC PROPERTY DEPARTMENT120 WASHINGTON STREET, 3RD FLOOR SALEM, MA O1970TEL. (978) 745-9595 EXT. 380 FAX (978) 740-9846 STANLEY J. USOVICZ, JR. MAYOR April 8, 2003 Chester Chalapowski 119 Water Street Unit 65 Beverly, Ma. 01915 RE: 13 Beckett Street, Salem Dear Mr. Chalapowski: Per your request, I have rescheduled the hearing at Salem District Court to 12:00 on May 1, 2003. The hearing will be in the magistrate's office. As discussed, this department has called out a dangerous egress referring to the ladder being used as a second means of egress. State Building Code 780 CMR Section 10042; 1 You were provided the appropriate appeal forms and your right to appeal to the Board of Building Regulations and Standards. The sixth edition of the State Building Code has been in effect since mid 1998 and is the document you need to refer to. Sincerely, Thomas St. Pierre Acting Building Commissioner cc: Mayors Office Tom Phillbin Fire Prevention i ►/n/,�'I'tT1u of fN, ent 'J��J7yr�J7} y�r�aa ,tso 1Ts 3 � �ublic �rnpert� �e}rttrtlnellt :a 9 7p 'J'cn,,yir �IIII�ITIIa Aye�TilrtlllPrit - (IDnr :�nlrm (�irrrn 7•I.3-11213 William H. Munroe Director of Public Property Maurice M. Martineau, Ass't Inspector Inspector of Buildings Edgar J. Paquin, Asst Inspector Zoning Enforcement Officer John L. LeClerc, Plumbing/Gas Insp. April 6, Tc87 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: RE: 13 Becket St. , Salem R-2 District After researching the departmental files and after viewing the property at 13 Becket Street, Salem; the following determination is made: The property was constructed as, and is being used as, a three family dwelling. This use islgrandfathered and as far as this office is concerned the use as a three family may continue. Sincerely, Will H. Munroe Zoning Enforcement Officer Inspector of Buildings WHM: bms i