SALEM HISTORICAL COMMISSION
MINUTES
DECEMBER 1, 2010
A meeting of the Salem Historical Commission was held on Wednesday, December 1, 2010 at 120 Washington Street, Salem, MA. Present were Ms. Diozzi, Mr. Hart, Ms. Harper, Ms. Bellin.
Ms. McCrea and Ms. Keenan entered later in the meeting.
15 Cambridge Street
Deborah and Kevin Guinee submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for paint colors. Proposed body color options are SW7668 Zircon, SW7657 Tinsmith, SW7658 Gray Clouds and SW7663 Monorail Silver. The trim will be basic white, the shutters black and the door black. Patrick Reddy was present.
Documents & Exhibits
- Application
- Photographs
- Paint chips
Mr. Reddy stated that he is currently under agreement to purchase the property.
Ms. Harper asked what the color would be for the foundation.
Mr. Reddy stated that they will take off the purple and leave the exposed brick.
Mr. Hart stated that it should be stripped chemically, noting that it will ruin the brick if it is sanded.
Mr. Hart made a motion to approve the application as submitted, including removal of the paint from the brick with a chemical as approved by the Health Department. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried.
Ms. McCrea joined the meeting at this time.
Other Business
A. Minutes
Ms. Bellin made a motion to approve the minutes of November 17, 2010. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried.
Ms. Keenan joined the meeting at this time.
B. Guidelines – Windows
Ms. Guy stated that she would like the Commission to review the Windows section of the guidelines, specifically #6 and #7 concerning Low E/reflective glass and double-glazed/simulated divided light windows.
Ms. Guy suggested that #6 & #7 be replaced as follows:
#6 Low E or reflective glass is not appropriate in historic districts.~
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#7 Double-glazed or simulated divided light windows must be reviewed on a case by case basis and the Commission must~examine a real size sash sample of any double glazed window proposed.~~Vinyl or aluminum clad window exteriors are not appropriate and will not be approved.~ Windows that will be considered~must have 7/8" muntins and wood exterior~(where there is a wood choice, it should be cedar - pine is not a good choice for coastal communities).~~ When available, the spacers between the glass should be bronze.~The profile of exterior muntins~must replicate the putty line on~traditional single-glazed windows or the~existing windows of the house (custom profile may be required).~ The double-glazed wood windows that the
Commission has approved to date are:
- Pella Architect Series (Wood Exterior) Double Hung Window with ILT's, 7/8" muntin
- LePage 7/8” SDL (Wood Exterior)
- J. B. Sash Proper Bostonian (Wood Exterior)
- Marvin Ultimate Double Hung (Wood Exterior) windows with 7/8” muntins and bronze spacers.
Ms. Harper made a motion to approve the replacement of #6 and #7 as recommended. Ms. Bellin seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried.
60-62 Washington Square South
In continuation of a prior meeting, Hodges Court Real Estate, LLC submitted an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the alteration of the window configuration in the first floor sunroom. The applicant was not present. The Commission is required by statute to act on any application within 60 days therefore must act on the application.
Ms. Bellin made a motion to deny the application without prejudice. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried.
There being no further business, Ms. Bellin made a motion to adjourn. Ms. McCrea seconded the motion, all were in favor and the motion so carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Jane A. Guy
Clerk of the Commission
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