17C-251 (2) Feel free to call if you have any questions. My telephone number is 587 -1240 and office hours are Monday
through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, excepting we close for walk -ins at 12:00 noon on Wednesdays. My email
address is: cmillernorthamptonma.gov
Thank you for your co on these matters.
6 ck Miller
City of Northampton
Assistant Commissioner and Zoning Enforcement
14. Egress and emergency escape requirements shall be strictly met.
a. Basements, habitable attics, and all sleeping rooms require emergency escape. 780 CMR R310
b. Windows within 44" of floor, DH 3.3 sqft min window size, Casement 20 "x41" exception 5 sqft
at 1 floor. Minimum clear opening 20 "x24" or 24 "x20 ". 780 CMR R310.1.1
c. Two doors remote as possible at the normal level of travel, opening measured from the face of
the slab to the stop with door at 90 degrees, one 32" and one 28" minimum 78" high. 780 CMR
R311.2
d. Landing at each door 36" out and the width of the door minimum 36 ", maximum step 7 %" from
the top of the threshold and only in- swinging doors. 780 CMR R311.3
15. Stairs have critical standards, make sure you know the floor finishes when planning. Minimum tread 9 ",
maximum riser 8 % ", maximum overall variance for the run is 3/8 ", 4" sphere rule on risers, 4 3/8" on
balustrade, 6" in the triangle. Graspable rail 1 %" minimum and 2" maximum rail, height minimum 34"
maximum 38 ", required for 4 or more risers. Landing to landing constitutes a new run. Minimum 6'8"
ceiling height from nosing. 780 CMR R311.7.
16. Guards 36" minimum height above walking surface, a bench is a walking surface, required for more than
30" above floor or grade within 36 ", 4" sphere rule. 780 CMR R312.1.
17. Educate the plumber and electrician about maximum notch and hole sizes, and placement. 780 CMR
R502.8 and R602.6. In bearing studs holes not larger than 40% of a stud no closer than 5/8 to the edge,
In interior non - bearing studs holes not larger than 60% of a stud no closer than 5/8 to the edge, in
bearing walls if more than 50% of a plate is cut or notched a 1 %z" 16ga. strap must extend a minimum of
6" past the cut both directions and be nailed with 8 -10d per side, or holes in joist are a maximum 1/3
the depth not closer than 2" from the top or bottom. Notches are different.
18. Fire and draft stopping shall be completed before rough inspection. 780 CMR R302.
19. Ignition barriers in place before final. 780 CMR R316.
20. Energy aspects shall comply with the stretch energy code. 780 CMR Appendix 115AA and 2009 IECC.
a. An initial HERS evaluation is required including insulation levels anticipated.
b. A final HERS evaluation confirming code requirements have been met including duct testing.
c. Energy information including mechanical equipment posted on the electric panel.
d. Remodeling and Additions can be completed in accordance with IECC 2009 with Energy Star
Building Option Package.
21. Vapor retarders. Although these are still in the code there are exceptions, one must understand that
there is a difference between a vapor retarder or barrier and an air barrier. An air barrier is intended to
stop air flow (convection) a vapor retarder or barrier is intended to stop molecular moisture transfer
(diffusion). A vapor retarder or barrier is effective even if there are some holes or gaps, however an air
barrier has to be absolute and complete. If air can leak through an electrical device or through a crack it
follows the path of least resistance and carries 99% of the moisture in a structure. This is evident every
time one exposes fiberglass insulation and finds black insulation, which is dirt filter out of the air moving
through the insulation. 780 CMR R601.2 for vapor retarders and Table N1102.4.2 for air sealing
requirements.
22. Unvented attic assemblies. Hot roofs are allowed, but have specific requirements 780 CMR R806.4.
23. Deck ledgers and post must be appropriately attached, bolts or lags. 780 CMR R502.2.2.1 Note: ThruLoks
are engineered for post attachment supporting a railing.
24. Smoke and CO detectors as required. 780 CMR R314 and R315.
25. Closets beneath stair which have doors must be drywalled with % ". 780 CMR R302.7
Relevant items must be submitted to the building department for approvals before inspections and or CO can be
signed. Other items are intended to avoid costly issues at inspections.
City of Northampton
Massachusetts
DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTIONS a
212 Main Street • Municipal Building X C%
1 Northampton, MA 01060 \ '' �,
INSPECTOR
Patrick Galvin March 9, 2012
107 Blues Hills Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Subject Location: 41 North Main Street
Map Block: 17C - 251
Mr. Galvin,
These are some items that will require attention:
1. In process inspection while roof structure is exposed.
2. Rebuilt section must meet current energy /building codes.
3. Appropriate bearing to below frost for point loads must be inspected.
4. Ledger fasteners and post fasteners must meet current code.
5. Final as-builts will be needed before final inspection.
As of August 4 2011 the 8 Edition MA code is the 2009 IRC with MA amendments.
In the following are some generic requirements which seem to be problematic.
This is not a substitute for purchasing and reading the MA codes.
1. Structures shall conform to 780 CMR 8 Edition 1 and 2 family building codes with MA amendments.
2. Grading plan for structures being constructed required. 780 CMR R401.3 for drainage requirements.
3. A basement drainage system is required in all basements 780 CMR R405.2.3. except those in group I
soils (table R405.1)
4. Foundations that retain earth and enclose interior space require damp proofing 780 CMR R406.1.
5. Ceiling joist are intended to prevent spread, once raised above the wall plate they become rafters ties
and may require up sizing of rafters and increased nailing for example with a 4" slope 8 -16nd common
are required at each connection. 780 CMR R802.3.1.
6. Steel straps over the ridge or 1x4 minimum collar ties are required 4' OC in the upper 1 / 3rd 780 CMR
R802.3.1
7. Ridge boards must be the full depth of the cut. 780 CMR R802.3.
8. A complete window and header schedule is required. 780 CMR Table R502.5 for header sizing and
number of jack studs required.
9. All framing materials which are not code prescriptive must have stamped engineering.
a. LVLs
b. I -joist and or Floor Truss
c. Roof truss
10. A braced wall plan identifying appropriate braced wall areas and braced wall method being used. 780
CMR 602.10.
a. Garage corners and large window /door layout may require special solutions.
b. All corners must be appropriately attached to the foundation.
11. Ceiling heights minimum 7' for habitable spaces, 6'8" for bathrooms includes tub /shower area if a
shower head is used, 6'8" for basements, 6'4" at beams /ducts. 780 CMR R305.1. MA amended
12. Hazardous glazing locations, within 24" of a door, or within 60" of a stair, or across from hot tubs, spas,
bathtubs within 60" if not 60" above the walking surface, and other locations. 780 CMR R308.4
13. Windows over 72" above grade with the opening less than 24 above the finished floor shall meet the 4"
sphere rule. 780 CMR R612.2
City of Northampton
Massachusetts �
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DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTIONS
212 Main Street • Municipal Building
,;; -reCrt Northampton, MA 01060
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INSPECTOR
Louis Hasbrouck Chuck Miller
Building Commissioner Assistant Commissioner
'HOME OWNER EXEMPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The State of Massachusetts allows the homeowner the right under 780CMR 108.3.4 to act as his /her
construction supervisor. The state defines "Homeowner" as, " Person(s) who owns a parcel on which
he /she resides or intends to be, a one or two family dwelling, attached or detached structures
accessory to such use and /or farm structures. A person who constructs more than one home in a two -
year period shall not be considered a home owner."
The building department for the City of Northampton wants any person(s) who seek to use the home
owner exemption, to act as their own construction supervisor, to be aware that by doing so you
become responsible for compliance with state building codes and regulations. The inspection
process requires that the building department be called to inspect work at various stages, which include
foundation /footings (before backfill), sonotube holes (before pour), a rough building inspection
(before work is concealed), insulation inspection (if required) and a final building inspection.
The building department requires these inspections before the work is concealed, failure to secure
these inspections can result in failure to obtain a certificate of occupancy until the work can be
inspected.
If the homeowner hires other trades to perform work (electrical, plumbing & gas) the homeowner will be
responsible to make sure that the trades hired secure their proper permits in conjunction to the building
permit issued, and that they get their required inspections. Failure of the individual trades to secure
the permits and inspections as required can DELAY the project' until 'siiCh time as the proper permits
and inspections are made
I, understand the above.
(Home owner /resident's signature requesting e
I will call to schedule all required building inspections necessary for the building permit issued to me.
Date
Address of work location
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• The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
;,�,,,i z m Department of Industrial Accidents
, `. Office of Investigations
- 600 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
www.mass.gov/dia
Workers' Compensation Insurance Affidavit: Builders /Contractors /Electricians /Plumbers
Applicant Information Please Print Legibly
Name ( Business /Organization/Individual): ( (L Ar C•Z,4L.�1l� _
Address: 1t-- SUE HI uL% i Am AIL Rye T' n/LA
City /State /Zip: CSlb62 Phone #: `W5 2) ` 5 - s"
Are you an employer? Check the appropriate box: Type of project (required):
1. ❑ I am a employer with 4. ❑ I am a general contractor and I
employees (full and/or part-time).* have hired the sub - contractors 6. 111 New construction
listed on the attached sheet. 7. &Remodeling
2.NI am a sole proprietor or partner-
These sub - contractors have
ship and have no employees 8. ❑ Demolition
working for me in any capacity. employees and have workers' 9. ❑ Building addition
[No workers' comp. insurance comp. insurance.I
required.] 5. n We are a corporation and its 10.0 Electrical repairs or additions
3. ❑ I am a homeowner doing all work officers have exercised their 11.0 Plumbing repairs or additions
myself. [No workers' comp. right of exemption per MGL 12.0 Roof repairs
insurance required.] t c. 152, § 1(4), and we have no
employees. [No workers' 13.0 Other
comp. insurance required.]
*Any applicant that checks box #1 must also fill out the section below showing their workers' compensation policy information.
t Homeowners who submit this affidavit indicating they are doing all work and then hire outside contractors must submit a new affidavit indicating such.
Contractors that check this box must attached an additional sheet showing the name of the sub - contractors and state whether or not those entities have
employees. If the sub - contractors have employees, they must provide their workers' comp. policy number.
I am an employer that is providing workers' compensation insurance for my employees. Below is the policy and job site
information.
Insurance Company Name: 'IRS
Policy # or Self -ins. Lic. #: e9,43r. 11,11 Expiration Date: ZDjv
Job Site Address: 4 {t . Moa/l `' /00(44 4 c .M a 44 A City/State /Zip: 1S10b0
Attach a copy of the workers' compensation policy declaration page (showing the policy number and expiration date).
Failure to secure coverage as required under Section 25A of MGL c. 152 can lead to the imposition of criminal penalties of a
fine up to $1,500.00 and/or one -year imprisonment, as well as civil penalties in the form of a STOP WORK ORDER and a fine
of up to $250.00 a day against the violator. Be advised that a copy of this statement may be forwarded to the Office of
Investigations of the DIA for insurance coverage verification.
I do hereby certify under the pains and penalties of perjury that the information provided above is t and correct.
Signature: - / Q� _ _ Date: Sf J 3 l 2,
/ Phone #: kA■2 Cys G.S`b
- Official use only. Do not write in this area, to be completed by city or town official
City or Town: Permit/License #
Issuing Authority (circle one):
1. Board of Health 2. Building Department 3. City/Town Clerk 4. Electrical Inspector 5. Plumbing Inspector
6. Other
Contact Person: Phone #:
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SECTION 8 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
8.1 Licensed Construction Supervisor: Not Applicable ❑
Name of License Holder : ?n t 1 u- - 6ku)\ 1 4 3'
License Number
t (51 - ihA..c.s Arittt b MA- 06 1_ ((q /Zo t
Address Expiration Date
4SO v �.. LWL, 7 ignature Telephone
;9:t . e • is teredToirie m. rovemenftZritract Not Applicable ❑
Company Name Registration Number
10r 1Sl uE 1-11L AA Lb Am it-ewr MA' mock- Cl /Lb! Z
Address Expiration Date
Telephone Yt3 LS"! LS'3S"
SECTION 10 WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE AFFIDAVIT (M G L c .A52, § 25C(6))
Workers Compensation Insurance affidavit must be completed and submitted with this application. Failure to provide this affidavit will result
in the denial of the issuance of the building permit.
Signed Affidavit Attached Yes ❑ No ❑
a i11 f w1 r = mj ion
The current exemption for "homeowners" was extended to include Owner- occupied Dwellings of one (1) or two(2) families
and to allow such homeowner to engage an individual for hire who does not possess a license, provided that the owner acts
as supervisor. CMR 780, Sixth Edition Section 108.3.5.1.
Definition of Homeowner: Person (s) who own a parcel of land on which he /she resides or intends to reside on which there
is, or is intended to be, a one or two family dwelling, attached or detached structures accessory to such use and/ or farm
structures. A person who constructs more than one home in a two -year period shall not be considered a homeowner.
Such "homeowner" shall submit to the Building Official, on a form acceptable to the Building Official, that he /she shall be
responsible for all such work performed under the building permit.
As acting Construction Supervisor your presence on the job site will be required from time to time, during and upon
completion of the work for which this permit is issued.
Also be advised that with reference to Chapter 152 (Workers' Compensation) and Chapter 153 (Liability of Employers to
Employees for injuries not resulting in Death) of the Massachusetts General Laws Annotated, you may be liable for person(s)
you hire to perform work for you under this permit.
The undersigned "homeowner" certifies and assumes responsibility for compliance with the State Building Code, City of
Northampton Ordinances, State and Local Zoning Laws and State of Massachusetts General Laws Annotated.
Homeowner Signature ,
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SECTION 5- DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK (check all applicable)
New House ❑ Addition ❑ Replacement Windows Alteratidn(s) ®• . Roofing I I
Or Doors 0
Accessory Bldg. ❑ Demolition ❑ New Signs [O] ^ Decks E0� Siding [0] •Other.[b]
Brief Descriptio� Prpposed C
Work: I �lb0 \ AfJ�\ fLie Q0"\ / ^
Alteration of existing bedroom Yes PL. No Adding new bedroom Yes k No
Attached Narrative Renovating unfinished basement Yes p( No
Plans Attached Roll - Sheet
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a ew Doses'antl, addit on.to.'ezistinq: ausinq, Arnp'lete; >the follo - g:
a. Use of building : One Family Two Family Other 0 !� (� t '
b. Number of rooms in each family unit: Number of Bathrooms
c. Is there a garage attached?
d. Proposed Square footage of new construction. Dimensions
e. Number of stories?
f. Method of heating? Fireplaces or Woodstoves Number of each '
g. Energy Conservation Compliance. Masscheck Energy Compliance form attached?
h. Type of construction
i. Is construction within 100 ft. of wetlands? Yes No. Is construction within 100 yr. floodplain Yes No
j. Depth of basement or cellar floor below finished grade
k. Will building conform to the Building and Zoning regulations? Yes No .
I. Septic Tank City Sewer Private well City water Supply
SECTION Ta DWNER AUTHORIZATION - :TO BE COMPLETED WHEN
OWNERS AGENT OR CONTRACTOR APPLIES FOR'BUILDING PERMIT
tV I, C' va vA , as Owner of the subject
property
hereby authorize P1�'V'R -I C K A. 6H -L4ti".)
to act on my behalf, ' all matters rel ive to work authorized by this building permit application.
Signature of Owner Date
� ,k. t. egtitA) , as Owner /Authorized
Agent here y declare that t statements and information on the foregoing application are true and accurate, to the best of my knowledge
and belief.
Signed under the pains and penalties of perjury.
Prin + :me
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Si! ature o Owner!' ge Date
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Section 4. ZONING Alt Information Must Be Completed. Permit Can Be Denied Due To Incomplete Information
Existing Proposed Required 'Zoning 't ,
This coluoin to t4 filled in by
Building Departhient
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Lot Size 1 1 I
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Frontage .
Setbacks Front f I I i
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Side L:1 ' R: ; L:1 i R:! .
1 1 i I 1
Rear ET 1 I i
Building Height
Bldg. Square Footage 1 11 1 1 1 .
Open Space Footage %
1 r-----,
(Lot area mmus bldg & paved I
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parking)
1 i
# of Parking Spaces ' :
Fill: . / 1
1 '
(volume & Location)
A. Has a Special Permit/Variance/Finding ever been issued for/on the site?
NO G DONT KNOW 0 YES 0
.
IF YES, date issued: ' . ' . .
1
IF YES: Was the permit recorded at,the Registry of Deeds?
NO 0 DONT KNOW 0 YES 0
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IF YES: enter Book ; P age i I and/or Document # t
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B. Does the site contain a brook, body of water or wetlands? NO „A DONT KNOW 0 YES 0
IF YES, has a permit been or need to be obtained from the Conservation Commission?
Needs to be obtained 0 Obtained
0 , Date Issued:
C. Do any signs exist on the property? YES 0 NO 0
IF YES, describe size, type and location:
D. Are there any proposed changes to or additions of signs intended for the property ? YES 0 NO 0
IF YES, describe size, type and location:
E. Will the construction activity disturb (clearing, grading, excavation, or filling) over 1 acre or is it part of a common plan
that will disturb over 1 acre? YES 0 NO
IF YES, then a Northampton Storm Water Management Permit from the DPW is required.
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6 01 Building D epa rt ment • -w +- � '
212 Main Street S ' Sae ic.'v a � f� .- � ' ° 1 �
Room 100 earl •I . - &
Northampton, MA 01060 _ • •�
' . °, phone 413- 587 -1240 Fax 413- 587 -1272 : t e ,, � � .
0 er Specify y ` ' . ���4 #
APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT, ALTER, REPAIR, RENOVATE OR DEMOLISH A ONE OR TWO FAMILY DWELLING
SECTION 1= SITE INFORMATION `
::,-,'7,ix t ,� Thi section to be.c ompleted y office , �
1.1 Property Address b R
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'.Elm St. District '
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SECTION 2 - PROPERTY OWNERSHIP /AUTHORIZED AGENT ,.
2.1 Owner of Record: /c.ae6NC6& •
4 LS Or ti i -9 a� s� M Ml,
1 N - e (Prin Current Mailing Address:
7V :i' .. , �►= :.� '' .� L. r Telephone "{ 1 3 5 - V 6 6
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2.2 Authorized Agent:
.tL L h GAtdvit La Hwy 1- tILt,s iz� / I��i'
Na e (Print) Current Mailing Address:
4( 2s - (4,s1 �
nature Telephone
SECTION 3 ='ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS ,-
Item Estimated Cost (Dollars) to be , Official Use Only
completed by permit applicant °
1. Building (a)°Budi i
ng Permt F
.$ 3i DO il e 4.
2. Electrical (b)-Estimated Total Cost of;',... i z
,.. Constriction from .(6) ..._ ,
3. Plumbing - Building Permit Fee
4. Mechanical (HVAC) fi
5. Fire Protection
= ( ) 13, flb
6. Total ' - -
- 1 +2 +3 +4 +5 "� . Check Number
-s ... r :. This Section For Official Use Only..
Building Permit Number _ Date
Issued
Signature..
Buildin C Buildings = ; Date
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File # BP- 2012 -0765
APPLICANT /CONTACT PERSON PATRICK GALVIN
ADDRESS/PHONE 107 BLUE HILLS RD AMHERST (413) 253 -6585 0
PROPERTY LOCATION 41 NORTH MAIN ST
MAP 17C PARCEL 251 001 ZONE SI/URB(100)/
THIS SECTION FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY:
PERMIT APPLICATION CHECKLIST
ENCLOSED REQUIRED DATE
ZONING FORM FILLED OUT
Fee Paid
Building Permit Filled out (� r
Fee Paid 7 / / g �
Typeof Construction: REBUILD REAR EGRESS PORCH /STAIRS (SAME FOOTPRINT)
New Construction
Non Structural interior renovations
Addition to Existing
Accessory Structure
Building Plans Included:
Owner/ Statement or License 013977
3 sets of Plans / Plot Plan
THE F LOWING ACTION HAS BEEN TAKEN ON THIS APPLICATION BASED ON
NF ATION PRESENTED:
Approved Additional permits required (see below)
PLANNING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER:§
Intermediate Project: Site Plan AND /OR 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
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Signal. - 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 Office of
Planning & Development for more information.
41 NORTH MAIN ST BP- 2012 -0765
GIS #: COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Map:Block: 17C - 251 CITY OF NORTHAMPTON
Lot: -001 PERSONS CONTRACTING WITH UNREGISTERED CONTRACTORS
Permit: Building DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE GUARANTY FUND (MGL c.142A)
Category: renovation BUILDING PERMIT
Permit # BP- 2012 -0765
Project # JS- 2012 - 001344
Est. Cost: $3000.00
Fee: $55.00 PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO:
Const. Class: Contractor: License:
Use Group: PATRICK GALVIN 013977
Lot Size(sq. ft.): 29969.28 Owner: VITOLS ELSA C C/O HPMG
Zoning: Applicant: PATRICK GALVIN
AT: 41 NORTH MAIN ST
Applicant Address: Phone: Insurance:
107 BLUE HILLS RD (413) 253 -6585 () WC
AM H E RSTMA01002 ISSUED ON: 3/12/2012 0:00:00
TO PERFORM THE FOLLOWING WORK: REBUILD REAR EGRESS PORCH /STAIRS
(SAME FOOTPRINT)
POST THIS CARD SO IT IS VISIBLE FROM THE STREET
Inspector of Plumbing Inspector of Wiring D.P.W. Building Inspector
Underground: Service: Meter:
Footings:
Rough: Rough: House # Foundation:
Driveway Final:
Final: Final:
Rough Frame:
Gas: Fire Department Fireplace /Chimney:
Rough: Oil: Insulation:
Final: Smoke: Final:
THIS PERMIT MAY BE REVOKED BY THE CITY OF NORTHAMPTON UPON VIOLATION OF
ANY OF ITS RULES AND REGULATIONS.
Certificate of Occupancy Signature:
FeeType: Date Paid: Amount:
Building 3/12/2012 0:00:00 $55.00
212 Main Street, Phone (413) 587 -1240, Fax: (413) 587 -1272
Louis Hasbrouck — Building Commissioner