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Mr. Thomas St. Pierre
Inspectional Services Director
Salem Building Department
120 Washington Street
3rd Floor
Salem, MA 01970
May 8,2017
Dear Tom,
1 am writing to let you know that Groom Construction will be taking over the construction management
of Harborlight Community Partners two Boston Street Affordable Housing Projects. The addresses
include:
• /43 Boston Street (Permit#: B-16-1461)
• J 179 Boston Street (Permit#: B-16-1460)
The Permits were previously submitted by the architect, Seimasko and Verbridge and expire June 28".
The construction will not begin until July.
Please see attached a copy of my Contractor's License as well as our Workmen's Compensation
Coverage. Please let me know if you need any additional information.
Thank you in advance!
96 Swampscott Road • Salem, MA 01970 • tel: 781.592.3135 • fax: 781.593.1480
www.groomco.com
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Department oflndustrlal Accidents
Office oftnvestlgations
600 Washington Street
Boston,MA 02111
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CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
9e 120 WASHINGTON STREET,3RD FLOOR
TEL: 978-745-9595
KINMERLEY DRISCOLL FAx: 978-740-9846
MAYOR
THOMAS ST.PIERRE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER
October 30, 2012
James Gaines
29 Greene Street
Newburyport,Massachusetts 01950
RE: 179 Boston Street
Mr. Gaines,
This letter shall serve as notification that all violations and notices stated in or Department's
July 25,2012,Notice of Violation letter are no longer outstanding with this Department.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this department's request.
If you have any question please feel free to contact the Building Inspector's Office.
Respectful
Michael E. Lutrzykowski
Assistant Building Inspector
Cc: file, Jason Silva,Health Department, Assessor's,Fire Prevention
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November 4, 2015 Decision
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A petition of HARBORLIGHT COMMUNITY PARTNERS, seeking a Special Permit requestingkelief from
Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to change from one nonconforming use to
another,less detrimental, nonconforming use to allow a change from a rooming house to a multifamily
residential dwelling unit located at the property of 179 BOSTON STREET (Map 16 Lot 52) (B2 Zoning
District).
A public hearing on the above Petition was opened on September 16,2015 and continued to October 21,
2015 pursuant to M.G.L Ch. 40A, g 11 and closed on this date with the following Salem Board of Appeals
members present: Rebecca Curran (Chair),Jimmy Tsitsinos,Mike Duffy,Jim Hacker(alternate),Paul Viccica
(alternate).
The Petitioner seeks a Special Permit from the provisions of Sec. 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning
Ordinance, from one nonconforming use to another,less detrimental,nonconforming use to allow a change
from a rooming house to a multifamily residential dwelling unit.
Statements of fact:
1. In the petition date-stamped August 25, 2015, the Petitioner requested a Special Permit per Sec. 3.3.
Sec. 3.3.2Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance, from one nonconforming use to another,
less detrimental, nonconforming use to allow a change from a rooming house to a multifamily
residential dwelling unit.
2. The public hearing was opened on September 16,2015 and continued to October 21, 2015.
3. Mr. Andrew Defranza,Executive Director of Harborlight Community Partners presented the petition
on September 16,2015 and on October 21,2015.
4. The existing building serves as a rooming house and has seventeen (17) rooms with shared bathroom
facilities. There are seven (7) off-street parking spaces.
5. The petitioner proposes to reduce the density of the building occupancy by reducing the number of
rooms from seventeen (17) rooms and shared bathrooms to convert the existing space into fourteen
(14) small studio apartments. The square footage of the units are less than 250 square feet such that
only one (1) occupant may inhabit each residential unit.
6. Harborlight Community Partners will provide on-site staffing including a property manager,
maintenance person, and case manager available. There will also be an on-site office with staff for part
of every week day and on call staff for overnight and weekend hours.
7. The petitioner proposes to restore the building, update windows, improve the front facade and
exterior of the building as presented in elevation plans titled "HCP Boston Street #179" dated
October 13, 2015 by Siemasko &Verbridge, Beverly, Na.
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City of Salem Board of Appeals
November 4,2015
Project: 179 Boston Street
Page 2 of 3
8. The petitioner proposes to have management offices, a manager that will visit the property daily and a
case worker that will be available to residents on an on-call basis.
9. The requested relief, if granted,would allow the petitioner to change from one nonconforming use to
another, less detrimental, nonconforming use to allow a change from a rooming house to a
multifamily residential dwelling unit.
10. At the public hearing, one (1) member of the public spoke in support and none (0) spoke in
opposition to the petition.
The Salem Board of Appeals, after careful consideration of the evidence presented at the public heating, and
after thorough review of the petition, including the application narrative and plans, makes the following
findings:
Findings for Special Permit:
The petitioner has demonstrated that the change from a nonconforming rooming house to a proposed
multifamily residential use is less detrimental to the neighborhood than the existing nonconforming use.
1. The social, economic and community needs served by this proposal is positive and will continue to
serve the same population as currently served.
2. There are no negative impacts on traffic flow and safety,including parking and loading.
3. The capacity of the utilities is not affected by the project.
4. There are no impacts on the natural environment,including drainage.
5. The proposal would improve the existing neighborhood character as the petitioner proposes to
decrease density, significantly invest in the restoration of the property, and improve management and
access to services for occupants.
6. The potential fiscal impact,including impact on the City tax base is positive.
On the basis of the above statements of facts and findings, the Salem Board of Appeals voted five (5) in favor
(Rebecca Curran (Chair),James Tsitsinos, Mike Duffy, Jim Hacker (alternate), (Paul Viccica (alternate)) and
none (0) opposed, to approve the requested Special Permit to allow a change from a nonconforming rooming
house to a less detrimental nonconforming use of a multifamily residential dwelling unit subject to the
following terms, conditions and safeguards:
Standard Conditions:
1. Petitioner shall comply with all city and state statues, ordinances, codes and regulations.
2. All construction shall be done as per the plans and dimensions submitted to and approved by the
Building Commissioner.
3. All requirements of the Salem Fire Department relative to smoke and fire safety shall be strictly
adhered to.
4. Petitioner shall obtain a building permit prior to beginning any construction.
5. Exterior finished of the new construction shall be in harmony with the existing structure.
6. A Certificate of Inspection is to be obtained.
7. A Certificate of Occupancy is to be obtained.
8. Petitioner is to obtain approval from any City Board or Commission having jurisdiction including, but
not limited to the Planning Board.
City of Salem Board of Appeals
November 4,2015
Project: 179 Boston Street
Page 3 of 3
Special Condition:
1. The special permit shall be limited to Harborlight Community Partners and a change of owner or
operator of this use is required to return to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
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Rebecca Curran, Chair
Board of Appeals
A COPY OF THIS DECISION HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE PLANNING BOARD AND THE CITY CLERK
Appeal from this deanon, if any, shall be made pursuant to Section 17 of the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A, and shall be filed within 20
days of filing of this decision in the office of the City Clerk. Pursuant to the Massachusetts General Lm s Chapter 40A, Section 11, the Vl ance or
Special Penwt granted herein shall not take effect until a mpy of the deadon bearing the certificate of the City Clerk has been filed with the Essex South
Regwg of Deeds.
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TY OF SALEM, SAC�iUSETTS
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
120 WASHINGTON STREET 3RDFLOOR
TEL: 978-745-9595
KIMBERLEY DRISOOLL FAx: 978-740-9846
MAYOR
THOMAS ST.PIERRE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTIES/BUILDING COMMISSIONER
REQUEST FOR DOCUMENTATION
179 Boston Street
July 25, 2012
James Gaines
29 Greene Street
Newburyport, Massachusetts 01950
Mr. Gaines,
This ensuing communication shall serve as our Department's follow-up to the June 27, 2012; Rooming
House Inspection. Present at the inspection were Salem Fire Marshall LT. Erin Griffin, Mr. David
Greenbaum of the Health Department, Mr. Paul Dacey your property manager and myself.
One specific violation pertained to Unit#25 and the blocked egress door(from the interior of the unit)by
furniture to the exit stairway. As the unit has two egresses, it was suggested that elimination of this egress
door might be requested as the tenant was worried about security thru that entry door. As was discussed
with Mr. Darcy at the conclusion of the meeting,under the provisions of 780 CMR, Section 106
Construction Documents, and specifically Section 106.2.3 Means of Egress, of the IEBC, a Code Review
of this property must be submitted by a Registered Architect, specific but not limited to the possible
removal of this existing egress door if this course of action is desired. It is not this Departments intention
in any way to suggest to reduce the number of egresses out the dwelling unit.
It is still hereby ordered that until a final determination is made regarding the door in question,
said egress door must be cleared of all blockages and allowed to open fully for egress out of the unit
with proper level hardware.
Please contact this Department immediately upon receipt of this letter. If you feel you are aggrieved by this order,
your appeal is to the Board of Buildings, Regulations and Standards in Boston.
If you have any further questions regarding this letter,please call this office at(978) 619-5648.
Respectfully, —
Michael E. Lutrzykowski
Assistant Building Inspector
cc: file,Health Dept.,Fire Prevention, Jason Silvab
CITY OF SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
120 WASHINGTON STREET,3RD FLOOR
TEL. (978) 745-9595
FAX(978) 740-9846
KINMERLEY DRISCOLL
MAYOR THOMAS ST.PIERRE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTY/BUILDING COMMISSIONER
January 19, 2012
James Gaines
29 Green Street
Newburyport Ma.01950
RE 179 Boston Street
Dear Owner,
Yesterday, I did a minimal inspection of the common areas at 179 Boston Street. Several exit lights
were not illuminated as well as some emergency lights were not working. Also ,some of the Fire
extinguishers appeared to be beyond their certification dates. The Mass State Building Code 780
C.M.R requires the owner of a structure to maintain in good working order all systems in a building.
Due to the fact that these items are life safety items, you are directed to repair the exit and emergency
lights immediately. . A re-inspection of all the common areas is scheduled for Tuesday Jan 24 at
10:00.
If you have any questions, please contact me directly.
Thom 48'St.
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Building Commissioner/Director of Inspectional Services
cc./ Jason Silva,Fire Prevention,Licensing.
Tito of Amlcm, fflttssar4usetts
Publir 11rupertg Department
Nuilbing Department
(One k3alem (6reen
500-745-9595 Ext. 300
Leo E. Tremblay
Director of Public Property
Inspector of Building
Zoning Enforcement Officer
October 18, 1993
Sarah Gibely
2 Wilfred Terrace
Salem, MA 01970
RE: Hilltop Manor, 179 Boston St.
Dear Ms. Gibely:
In response to your request for a Certificate of Inspection and
inspection of the above referenced property was conducted and the following
violations were noted:
1. The first floor fire extinguisher needs to be recharged and both
fire doors in the rear hallways need door closers. Also, the emergency
lights are not working.
2. The second floor emergency light not working and the fire doors on
rear hallways must be replaced.
3. The third floor emergency lights need new bulbs. The opened
ceiling must be closed and fire doors must be replaced.
A Certificate of Inspection cannot be issued until all violations have
been corrected and another inspection made. Please contact me as soon as
these violations have been taken care of.
I thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation and prompt
attention in this matter.
Sincerely,
Maurice M. Martineau
Assistant Building Inspector
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Public Vropertg Department
iguilbing Department
(One #aletn Green
508-745-9595 Ext. 380
Leo E. Tremblay
Director of Public Property
Inspector of Building
Zoning Enforcement Officer
October 18, 1993
Sarah Gibely
2 Wilfred Terrace
Salem, MA 01970
RE: Hilltop Manor, 179 Boston St.
Dear Ms. Gibely:
In response to your request for a Certificate of Inspection and
inspection of the above referenced property was conducted and the following
violations-were noted:
1. The first floor fire extinguisher needs to be recharged and both
fire doors in the rear hallways need door closers. Also, the emergency
lights are not working.
2. The second floor emergency light not working and the fire doors on
rear hallways must be replaced.
3. The third floor emergency lights need new bulbs. The opened
ceiling must be closed and fire doors must be replaced.
A Certificate of Inspection cannot be issued until all violations have
been corrected and another inspection made. Please contact me as soon as
these violations have been taken care of.
I thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation and prompt
attention in this matter.
Sincerely,
/rice M.. Martineau r
Assistant Building Inspector
MMM:bms
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The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Board of Building Regulations and Standards I t tlz
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Building Permit Application To Construct. Repair. Reno<ate Or Demolish a Rrri.n,/.hmua,i
One- or Tnvr-Funrih Litt elling
This Section For Official Use Only
Building Permit Number: Date Applied:
Building Cum. ussiuner/ Inspertur of Buildings Date
��JJJ SECTION 1: SITE INFORMATION
1.1� �erlQ�dd�rOtJ M 1.2 Assessors Map & Parcel Numbers
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I.Ia Is this an accepted street? y'es nu Map Number P:urcl N'wnhci
1.3 Zoning Information: 1.4 Property Dimensions:
Zor.irrg Uistriet ProposedUse -- Lot A rce(sy fil Frontage 0ti --
1.5 Building Setbacks(ft)
! Front Yard Side Yards Rear Yard
! Required Provided Require I Sk Provided Required P) i ded
1.6 Water Supply: (M,G.L c.40. §54) 1.7 Flood Zone Information: 1.8 Sewage Di- osal System:
_/ Zone: _ Outside Flood Zone''
Public Fd Private❑ Check if yes❑ Municipal Ott site disposal sysicm ❑
SECTION 2: PROPERTY OWNERSHIP'
2 ner'of Record:
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Name Pruitt , Addr s fur Service
Signature eM Tele one
SECTION 3: DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK(chLallapply)New ConstructiMroposed
xisting Building ❑ Owner-Occupied ❑ Repairs(s) ion(s) Addit11 ut ❑Demolition ccessory Bldg. ❑ Number of Units Other
B ief Descriptio Work':
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SECTION 4: ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS
Estimated Costs:
Item 'Labor and Materials) Official Use Only
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I. Building $ I. Building Permit Fee: $ Indicate how fee is derennincd:
❑ Standard City/Town Application Fee
EMechanical
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❑Total Project Cost (Item 6) x multiplier x
$ ?. Other Fees:
List: G�/ (� !
(HVAC) .$ _= l
(Fire ,� Total All Fees: $
btl Check No. Check :\mount: Cash
6. Total Project Cost: $ 1 (�SU 0 Paid in Full 0 Outstanding Balance Due:____
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SECTION 5: CONSTRUCTION SERVICES {
5.1 Licensed Construction Supervisor(CSIJ C So- 7-1 t . /?—/-0 ?
Y nog� License Number fispiradion Date
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5.2 Ltemistered Home Improveent Contractor (HIC)
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SECTIO 6:: WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE AFFIDAVIT (M.G.L. c. 152. § 2506))
Workers Compensation Insurance affidavit must be completed and submitted with this application. Failure to provide
this affidavit will result in the denial of the Issuance of the building permit.
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SECTION 7a: OWNER AUTHORIZATION TO BE COMPLETED WHEN
OWNER'S AGENT OR CONTRACTOR APPLIES FOR BUILDING PERMIT
1, S as Owner of the subject property hereby
authorize to act on my behalf, in all mattet_s
reiative to work authorized by ,hiiss building permit application.
Signature of Owner Date
SECTION 7b: OWNEW OR AUTHORIZED AGENT DECLARATION
I, _, as Owner or Authorized Agent hereby declare
that the statements a information on the foregoing application are true and accurate, to the best of my knowledge and
I behalf.
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Signature of Owne or Authorized Agent Date
(Signed under the pains and penalties of perjury)
NOTES:
I. An Owner who obtains a building permit to do his/her own work, or an owner who hires an um"egisteied contractor
(nut registered in the Home Improvement Contractor(HIC) Program), will not have access to the a i lhiriation
program or guaranty fund under M.G.L. c. 142A. Other important infffroarion on the HIC Program and
Construction Supervisor Licensing (CSL) can be found in 780 C'MR Regulations I l0.R6 and 110.R5, respectively.
2. When substantial work is planned, provide the information below:
Total tlocrs area(Sq. Ft.) (including garage, finished basement/attics, decks or purrhi
Gross living area (Sq. Ft.) Habitable room count _
Number of fireplaces Number of bedrooms
Number of bathrooms Number of halt/baths
Type of heating system dumber of decks/ porches
Type of cooling system Enclosed Open ---__---
3. "Total Project Square Footage" may be substituted for "Total Project Cost••