21 Washington Square North - CofNA - Chimney
Salem Historical Commission
98 WASHINGTON STREET, SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS 01970
(978) 619-5685
CERTIFICATE OF NON-APPLICABILITY
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: Washington Square
Address of Property: 21 Washington Square North
Name of Record Owner: Nicholas Careau
Description of Work Proposed:
• Repairs to chimneys on Williams Street side of house
o one chimney to be repointed, recapped, and reflashed
o one to be partially demo'd and rebuilt, as well as recapped and reflashed.
o all to be done with like materials and adhering to the original design.
o mortar to be type N mortar: 1/1/6 mix (Portland cement, hydrated lime and sand) to match existing color,
grain size, texture and pointing technique; and
o new brick to match existing in terms of color, size, texture, and design
Non-applicable due to being in-kind repair. There will be no changes in color, material, design, location or outward
appearance.
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: October 3, 2022 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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Map
View from Williams Street
View from Washington Square North
Chimney 1 Closeup
Chimney 2
Closeup
Closeup 2