1999-03-24CITY OF BEVERLY MASSACHUSETTS
PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES
BOARD: Historic District Commission
SUBCOMMITTEE:
DATE: March 24, 1999
PLACE: Beverly Public Library
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: William Finch,John Condon,John Frates
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Alan Syenki,William Lee,Larry Simpson
OTHERS PRESENT:
RECORDER: Florence Sagarino
William Finch calls the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m
ROBERT & AURIEL NELSON/12 DAVIS STREET/
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
Mr. Nelson explains to the members that the house is located
on Davis Street next to the flag shop. He presents sketch
drawings to the members explaining that he would like to place
two dormers on the roof where there presently exists two windows.
The dormers will be facing south. He states he has been before
the Historic Society with his plan. He explains that this is
a two family house that was built in 1719 and was half the size
that it presently is. The house was expanded in 1810 and the
only work done since then was to put aluminum siding and the
windows. He points out that there are three skylights on the
back side and that there will be two Anderson windows on the
roof.
Mr. Finch states that his understanding is that there were
replacement windows and aluminum and then will be replaced with
wood clapboards. Mr. Nelson explains that they wish to put
back two windows and finish the addition which was once a barn,
putting 6 over 6. He states that there are two A dormers facing
south on the roof and 3 skylights facing north.
Mr. Finch points out the detailing and would like Nelson to
try to preserve this when removing the aluminum. He states
that he has two concerns: 1) adding dormers and skylights
and dressing up the "ell" which is visible from the street;
2) would like a detail of what will go back and the type of
windows. He asks if he has any problems with the changes.
He states that in replacing the windows - presently it is 1
over 1 windows.
Mr. Frates questions whether this will be a two family home
to which Mr. Nelson answers no. Mr. Frates states he has no
problem, except perhaps the skylights, which could set a
precedent for others.
Mr. Nelson states that this will be a very low profile and needs
them for light and will also serve as an emergency egress. He states that these will be the
same color as the roof shingles which are light gray, heavy duty shingles.
Mr. Finch states that he feels that they need a more detailed drawing showing what the
dormers will be. He inquires when the applicant feels the work will be done. Mr. Nelson
responds that completion will be this summer. Mr. Finch states he has no problems with
the windows and also that cedar clapboards be 4 inches with the smooth side out. He also
states that he prefers windows are wood Brosco with an historic sill and also would like
to see details of the windows and front entrance.
Mr. Finch asks if there are any questions. Hearing none, declares the hearing closed.
Mr. Frates:
Motion to request that the applicant be granted a Certificate of
Appropriateness with the condition he send in more information. Motion
carries.
Meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.