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Aug 13, 2026

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Commission Reviews Historic Property Applications

Published Aug 13, 2026

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Briefing

Aug 5, 2026

Historical Commission meeting summary

The commission voted unanimously to support a variance for Dickson Chapel accessibility improvements, part of a project with a reported construction cost of $1,006,613 and an architectural fee of $101,750.

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Briefing

Jul 15, 2026

Historical Commission approves property changes

The commission approved preservation-related work at 46 Chestnut Street, 278 Lafayette Street, 2 River Street, and 21 North Street, and found the building at 26 Linden Street not historically significant. Several other applications were continued for additional information, site review, or applicant participation.

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Briefing

Jul 1, 2026

Historical Commission Approves Several Property Changes

The Commission approved a support letter for St. Peter’s Church’s accessibility variance request, approved window changes at 6 Harrington Court, authorized a garage replacement at 225 Loring Avenue, and approved gutter options at 78 Federal Street. Four applications were continued to July 15 for further review.

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Briefing

Jun 17, 2026

Historical Commission meeting summary

The commission approved demolition of the metal garage at 395 Essex Street and allowed removal under a Certificate of Appropriateness. Several other property applications were continued to July 1, while a structural assessment described serious deterioration at the Winter Island Coast Guard hangar.

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Briefing

Jun 3, 2026

Historical Commission Meeting Summary

The Commission approved proposed fencing at 2 River Street, four matching six-over-nine windows at 1 Forrester Street, and the latest solar-panel structure proposal at 331 Essex Street. Several other property applications were continued to the next meeting on June 17, 2026.

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Briefing

May 20, 2026

Historical Commission reviews property changes

The commission approved flood and stormwater mitigation plans for 115 Derby Street and agreed to send a letter of support to the Massachusetts Historical Commission, while continuing review of window-infill finishes. It also approved a 6.5- to 7-foot fence at 42 Warren Street, revised building details at 38 Washington Square South, and several exterior changes at 1 Pickering Street.

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Briefing

May 6, 2026

Historical Commission meeting summary

The commission conditionally approved major design changes at 5 Broad Street, including window replacements, HVAC condenser relocation, fencing, and roofing work. It also continued applications for a heat pump at 415 Essex Street, solar panels at 331 Essex Street, work at 6 Harrington Court, and a fence at 42 Warren Street to May 20.

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Briefing

Apr 15, 2026

Historical Commission Approves Several Property Changes

The Commission approved a 4-2 waiver allowing demolition of buildings at 73-75 and 83-87 Lafayette Street, with requirements to document existing conditions through photographs and drawings.

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Briefing

Apr 8, 2026

Historical Commission Meeting Summary

The commission approved several property changes, including single-riser gas service replacements on Lafayette Street, condensers and vents at 17½ River Street, and revised gutters and downspouts at 78 Federal Street. Other applications, including exterior gas meters, solar panels, a demolition-delay waiver, and several ongoing projects, were continued for further review.

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Briefing

Mar 18, 2026

Historical Commission reviews preservation projects

The Commission voted that the 8 Harrison Road building was historically significant but not preferably preserved, allowing the demolition-delay review to proceed. It also approved demolition-delay relief for the rear ell roof and walls at 35 Irving Street and approved an updated support letter for Winter Island Park pathway and bank restoration.

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Briefing

Mar 4, 2026

Historical Commission approves preservation plans

The commission approved Option 7 for renovating the 0 Washington Square bandstand, including an accessible ramp design and unpainted brass or bronze railings, with additional review reserved for later plan changes.

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Briefing

Feb 18, 2026

Historical Commission Approves Preservation Work

The commission approved exterior preservation work at St. Peter’s Church, electrical upgrades at 415 Essex Street to help keep the Fire Department operational, and cornice restoration at 35 Flint Street. It continued several other applications, including the Salem Common bandstand renovation, to March 4 or March 18.

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Briefing

Feb 4, 2026

Historical Commission meeting summary

The commission approved exterior electrical upgrades and a heat pump installation at 415 Essex Street, preferring that conduit be routed inside the building where feasible; if it remains outside, it must be painted to match the building. The commission also continued reviews of 0 Washington Square, 35 Flint Street, and 20 Hathorne Street, while approving a window replacement at 49 Warren Street.

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Briefing

Jan 21, 2026

Historical Commission reviews preservation projects

The commission approved updated fencing plans at 2 River Street with cedar required for posts and panels, and reissued a Certificate of Appropriateness for one year at 293 Lafayette Street. Several other applications were continued, including 415 Essex Street pending a site visit.

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Briefing

Jan 7, 2026

Commission Reviews Historic Property Applications

The commission unanimously found the garage and warehouse buildings at 45 Jefferson Avenue were not historically significant, clearing the historical-significance finding needed for the proposed project. It also approved the 373 Essex Street roof replacement application by a 6-1 vote, while continuing several other applications to January 21.

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