31B-267 September 22, 2011
57 -59 Center Street
Zoning Permit Application
Project Description
Thomas Douglas Architects proposes a renovation and addition at 57 -59 Center Street.
EXISTING
59 Center Street- The existing two -story structure currently houses multi - family units. It
currently has front, side, and rear non - accessible stair entrances. The existing siding and
windows are in need of repairs and/or replacement. The existing front roof is to remain
hence maintaining the existing scale and height of the building.
57 Center Street- The existing 1 -story masonry block building is currently functioning as
a commercial restaurant (however now vacant).
ADDITION /RENOVAION
We propose a complete renovation of the two existing buildings with a new connecting
structure. The first floor of the 59 Center Street (the currently red building) will be
lowered to be flush with the existing floor height of 57 Center Street (which currently is
Circa) in order to make the entire space accessible and uniform. The addition of a
historically inspired wooden cornice piece will wrap around all three units, visually
connecting the 2 existing buildings with the new addition.
The basic form of the existing structures will remain hence no changes in height or scale.
A new shed dormer on 59 Center Street is proposed. The dormer will increase natural
lighting in the double- height space while creating visual interest on the exterior facade.
Shed dormers are historically accurate to the existing building form. 57 Center Street
shall receive a new storefront window within in the existing opening.
The front of the site will be landscaped to allow for seasonal outdoor seating.
59 Center Street shall receive new shingle siding and new 2 over 2 operable double hung
windows. The front facade shall have floor to ceiling windows and doors. The existing
framing suggests this window /door proportion originally existed. A similar door and
window layout is replicated in the new connector addition.
There will also be upgrades to the electrical services and a new HVAC system. The new
connector addition will also house new accessible toilets, an interior staircase and a
basement for storage and mechanical equipment as well as an open -air, enclosed patio.
10. Do any signs exist on the property? YES a NO
IF YES, describe size, type and location: ONE J Ot ;) ! Thy.. ( fr ) A.) x f ) D J O ki
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Are there any proposed changes to or additions of signs intended for the property? YES X NO
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IF YES, describe size, type and location: P E t M , f) el`) B` R
11. Will the construction activity disturb (clearing, grading, excavation, or filling) over 1 acre or is it part of a common
plan of development that will disturb over 1 acre? YES NO �i
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IF YES, then a Northampton Storm Water Management Permit from the DPW is required.
12. ALL INFORMATION MUST BE COMPLETED, or PERMIT CAN BE DENIED DUE TO LACK OF INFORMATION
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EXISTING PROPOSED REQUIRED BY
ZONING
Lot Size
:7 4 18 s� -r 116 r
Frontage
6/ 60'6
Setbacks Front 0 0
Side 9 R: 2, el L: R: 2 , 0 L: R:
Rear 15,;-4 q
Building Height
2-7 ' -O tr _
Building Square Footage & 3
% Open Space: (tot area
minus building a paved 2 hh
parking 53 P ' �r/. J v
# of Parking Spaces
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# of Loading Docks
0 0
Fill: �.
(volume Et location)
13. Certification: I hereby certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate to the best of
my knowledge.
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Date: 7/�-7 i Applicant's Signature . -�.a!
NOTE: Issuance of a zoning permit does not relieve an appli ant's burden t comply with all zoning
requirements and obtain all required permits from the Board of Health, Conservation Commission,
Historic and Architectural Boards, Department of Public Works and other applicable permit granting
authorities.
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IN PETIT APPLICATION (1o.2) J
Please type or print all information and return this form to the Building
Inspector's Office with the $15 filing fee (check or money order) payable to the
City of Northampton
1. Name of Applicant: T ji v14 lUILjt , l Y—"1 I (- , / our
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Address: /16 PL 1 4}r1)T S T; /vnN e Telephone: q/, 3- 064-#
2. Owner of Property: cU it12- Srw & - :- - r L L
Address: 67 5 51 i ng vl przy(J, MA Telephone: 6J )1 ' 87, -- yy 3 5
3. Status of Applicant: Owner Contract Purchaser Lessee Other (explain) c-7
4. Job Location: 5 7 - 561 LE/J ' 3\¢-M MO / - fl- {/i'me
Parcel Id: Zoning Map# 3 1'5 Parcel# 9,C District(s):
In Elm Street District In Central Business District
(TO BE FILLED IN BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT)
5. Existing Use of Structure /Property: Pk 01-TI - FAM ILi/ I2- I bEA) T7A . /
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6. Description of Proposed Use /Work /Project /Occupation: (Use additional sheets if necessary):
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7. Attached Plans: Sketch Plan L Site Plan /� Engineered /Surveyed Plans
8. Has a Special Permit /Variance /Finding ever been issued for /on the site?
NO DON'T KNOW X YES IF YES, date issued:
IF YES: Was the permit recorded at the Registry of Deeds?
NO DON'T KNOW ✓( YES
IF YES: enter Book Page and /or Document #
9.Does the site contain a brook, body of water or wetlands? NO )4 DON'T KNOW YES
IF YES, has a permit been or need to be obtained from the Conservation Commission?
Needs to be obtained Obtained , date issued:
(Form Continues On Other Side)
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File # MP- 2012 -0031
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APPLICANT /CONTACT PERSON Thomas Douglas Architects
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ADDRESS/PHONE 196 PLEASANT ST (413) 585 -0641
PROPERTY LOCATION 57 CENTER ST
MAP 31B PARCEL 267 001 ZONE CB(100)/
THIS SECTION FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY:
PERMIT APPLICATION CHECKLIST
ENCLOSED REQUIRED DATE
(ZONING FO' FILLED OUT A £ i
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Building Permit Filled out
Fee Paid
Typeof Construction: ZPA - RENO,ADDITIONS & CONNECT
New Construction
Non Structural interior renovations
Addition to Existing
Accessory Structure
Building Plans Included:
Owner/ Statement or License
3 sets of Plans / Plot Plan
THE FOLLOWING ACTION HAS BEEN TAKEN ON THIS APPLICATION BASED ON
INFORMATION PRESENTED:
Approved Additional permits required (see below)
PLANNING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER :§ L D TAB B LE be5 S
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Intermediate Project : Site Plan AND /OR V Special Permit with Site Plan
Major Project: Site Plan AND /OR Special Permit with Site Plan
ZONING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER: §
Finding Special Permit Variance*
Received & Recorded at Registry of Deeds Proof Enclosed
Other Permits Required:
Curb Cut from DPW Water Availability Sewer Availability
Septic Approval Board of Health Well Water Potability Board of Health
Permit from Conservation Commission Permit from CB Architecture Committee
Permit from Elm Street Commission Permit DPW Storm Water Management
9/0 /
Signa e of Building Official Date
Note: Issuance of a Zoning permit does not relieve a applicant's burden to comply with all zoning
requirements and obtain all required permits from Board of Health, Conservation Commission, Department
of public works and other applicable permit granting authorities.
* Variances are granted only to those applicants who meet the strict standards of MGL 40A. Contact the Office of
Planning & Development for more information.