23D-149 (3) 1 15 - I 1 7 HINCKLEY ST-BLD I BP-2017-0446
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Map:Block:23D- 149 CITY OF NORTHAMPTON
4ot: -001 PERSONS CONTRACTING WITH UNREGISTERED CONTRACTORS
Permit Building DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE GUARANTY FUND (MGL C142A)
Category:NEW TWO FAMILY BUILDING PERMIT
Permit BP-2017-0446
Project JS-2017-000747
Est.Cost: S279984.00
Fee:SI266A0 PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO:
Const Class: Contractor: License:
Use Group: WRIGHT BUILDERS 101536
Lot Size(sq.ft.): 54450.00 Owner: FRIEDMAN THOMAS H&
Zoning:ttRB(100)/ Applicant: WRIGHT BUILDERS
AT: 115 - 117 HINCKLEY ST - BLD 1
Applicant Address: Phone: Insurance:
48 Bates St (413) 586-82871116) Workers Compensation
NORTHAM PTONMA01060 ISSUED ON:DWI7/2016 0:00:00
TO PERFORM THE FOLLOWING WORK:NEW 2 UNIT CONDO BLDG W/2 BAY
DETACHED GARAGE
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 10/17/2016 0:00:00 $1266.00
212 Main Street, Phone(413)587-1240, Fax:(413)587-1272
Louis Hasbrouck—Building Commissioner
File# BP-2017-0446
APPLICANT/CONTACT PERSON WRIGHT BUILDERS
ADDRESS/PHONE 48 Bates St NORTHAMPTON (413)(586-8287(116)
PROPERTY LOCATION 115- 117 HINCKLEY ST BA*r
MAP 23D PARCEL 149 001 ZONE URB(10Q)/
THIS SECTIQN FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY:
PERMIT APPLICATION CHECKLIST
ENCLOSED REQUIRED DATE
ZONING FORM FILLED OUT
Fee Paid CIGA 6a-/Aa it 44.z0 a
Building Permit Filled out
Fee Paid
Tvoeof construction; NEW UNIT CONDO BLDG W/2 BAY DETACHED GARAGE
New Construction
Non Structural interior renovations
Addition to Existing
Accessary Structure
Building Plans Included:
(ant or License 101536 ,{''�� r/''
3 sets of Plans/Plot Plan �7Gt}e0+Yt C
THE F LLOWING ACTION HAS BEEN TAKEN ON THIS APPLICATION BASED ON
INF MATION 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
Pennit from Conservation Commission Permit from CB Architecture Committee
Permit from Elm Street Commission Permit DPW Storm Water Management
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Signature of Building fficial 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.
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• O CONSTRUCT,ALTER,REPAIR,RENOVATE OR DEMOLISH A ONE OR TWO FAMILY DWELLING
SECTION 1•SITE D4FORMATION
1.1 Property Address:
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SECTION 2 PROPERTY OWNERSHIP/AUTHORIZED AGENT
2.I Owner of Record:
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It Name(Print) /i unent Mailing Address:
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SECTIONS-ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS
Pere Estimated Cost(Dollars)to be
completed by permit applicant
1. Building g 224, 22
2. Elect-mat g 24 r 2 a 2
3. Plumbing I 1%. O't TP
4. Mechanical(HVAC) $ I , 312...
5. Fire Protection _
6. Tofal=(1 +2+3+4 +5) S Number r cs'--- ,,,__
This Section For ONicial use Only ..
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Section 4. ZONING .All Information Must Be Completed, Permit Can Be Denied Due To Incomplete Information I>e&U T tYt I
Existing Proposed Required by Zoning ettE f I
This column to be fin ,by _
Building Depots, +.- -Ptrir 1,
Lot Size �......... .--•V-- J p-e ry�E'PT'
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Setbacks Front I I2.___J " f `'/11 �J'Side L: R: R:7-1 I t"'vtIy,-,� PflReay 11 I 1 ttlf a
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A. Has a Special Permit/Variance/Finding ever been issued for/on the site?
NO O DONT KNOW 0 YES 0
IF YES, date issued:
IF YES: Was the permit recorded at the Registry of Deeds?
NO 0 DONT KNOW 0 YES 0
IF YES: enter Book Page and/or Document#
B. Does the site contain a brook, body of water or wetlands? NO O DONT KNOW O YES O
IF YES, has a permit been or need to be obtained from the Conservation Commission?
Needs to be obtained a Obtained O , Date Issued:
C. Do any signs exist on the property? YES 0 NO O
IF YES, describe size, type and location:
D. Are there any proposed changes to or additions of signs intended for the property? YES O NO O
IF YES, describe size, type and location:
E. Will the construction activity disturb(clearing,grading,excavation,or Filling)over 1 ogre or is it part of a common plan
that will disturb over 1 acre? YES 7( NO C)
IF YES.then a Northampton Storm Water Management Permit born the DPW is required.
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^ECiiON S-DESCRIPf70N OF PROPOSED WORK(check all applicable)
New House 2I\ Addition ❑ Replacement Windows Alteration(s) n Roofing ❑
Pr Doors Cl
Accessory Bldg. ❑ Demolition ❑ New Signs [ID) Decks 10 Siding[oj Other[CIl
Brief Description of Proposed J>Et,4R HO A_RAG F
Work: Ales; UNIT- ( 0.11D0 PLIXo uU/ '2 Stall pvr$XlEan�>¢
Alteration of existing bedroom Yes No Adding new bedroom Yes No
Attached Narrative Renovating unfinished basement Yes No
Puns Attached Roll -Sheet "—
a. Use of building;One Family Two Family ki Other
b. Number of rooms in each family unit: 5 .4 14 Number of Bathrooms Z
c. Is there a garage attached? N(]
pLERSM SEM.` ftTTA(HE1j p 3 Air FEc" SHbAkT
0. Proposed Square footage of new construction. Dimensions
C. Number of Stones" C5NE
f. Method of heating? LEL—' &A IN i S TS Fireplaces or Woodstoves N r) Number of each -"
g, E rorgy Conservation Compliance. ME 5 Masscheck Energy Compliance form attached?
h. Type of construction 5 B
i. Is r^-,,ruction within 100 ft.of wetlands? Yes K No, Is construction within 100 w. gen±?lain_, Yes ei_No
j. Depth of basement or cellar floor below finished grade SLA . tS ( — D"E
k. Will building conform to the Building and Zoning regulations? X Yes No.
I. Septic Tank City Sewer x,_ Private well City water Supply X
SECTION7AI OWNER AUTHORIZA710N-TO BE COMPLETED WHEN
OWNERS AGENT OR CONTRACTOR APPLIES FOR BUIDING PERMIT
I 1(}kUMlAS .tEnM it +iAl ,as Owner of the subject
property
hereby authorize kAlT %IAILDF9w. 5
to act on my behalf, in all tters two to work authorized by this building permit application.
Signature of Owner
Date
1, MARK Lt1)wELA, 1 w{21aHt R.\, * D S ,asowrer/lpjjforiz
6 iflereby declare that the 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.
M tR }C LCDWE LL
Print Name
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Signatu • nerlAgent pate
SECTION A•,CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
A.1 Licensed Construction Supervisor: ^} Not Applicable LI
Name of License Holder: 414gL N. ED IA)r yL (' 5Ffr — \y (p
License Number
fB BRITS ST, NnB-11-IAniorDM , kA k0( oCocc 2 / / 2Et1-.
Address Expiration Date
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Signature Telephone
Not Applicable
Company LLW(pH
Name P,U I.I_OF3ZCt INC Registrationr
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Address (4 13) Expiration Date
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SECTION 10-WORKERS'COMPENSATION INSURANCE AFFIDAVIT(M.G,I c.152.§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..._. ❑
The current exemption for"homeowners"was extended to include Owner-pccupied Dwellings of one(I) or rwo(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 1083.$,1.
pefinitiou 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 Ofcial,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
s Northampton Ordinances,State and Local Zoning Laws and State of Massachusetts General Laws Annotated.
Homeowner Signature
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Planning-Decision City of Northampton
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Hearing No.: PLN-2017-0016 Date: September 14, 2016 Recorded: 10/0513016 oa:44 AM
APPLICATION TYPE SUBMISSION DATE'.
PB Special Permit with Major Site Pia 7/1/2916 Status of Planning Board Decision
conditions as of 9/30416.Emailed to
Applicant's Name: Owner's Name: the Nton Bldg Dept, PB& DPW on
NAME: NAME 9/30/16.
NEW HARMONY PROPERTIES tit FRIEDDMAN THOMAS
A.1'DRESS-: ADDRESS:
48 BATES ST 65 Camp Road
TOWN: TATE ZIP CODE: TOWN STATE: ZIP CODE.
NORTHAMPTON MA 01060 LEVERETT MA 01054
PHONE 1.p,: FAX NO.: PHONE NO: PAC NO.
(413)529.1617
EM0.ADDRESS: EL ADDRESS
Site Information: Surveyor's Name:
STREET NO, SITE ZONING. COMPANY NAME
121 HINCKLEY ST URS(100)I
TOWN: ACTION TAKEN: ADORESS'.
FLORENCE MA 01062 Approved With Conditions
MAP CLOCK LDI: M DATE: 'SECTOR 07 BYLAW:
230 149 001 Chpt.360-10.1:Special Permit TOWN STATE: ZIP CODE
awk:
1702 3411 PHONE l o FAaNO'
EMAIL ADDRESS:
NATURE OF PROPOSED WORK
ZPA-CONSTRUCT 4 DUPLEX RES BLDGS&3 GARAGES
CONOMON OF APPROVAL:
#1.Construction At feast 30 Days prior to issuance of a building permit,final construction plans shall be sent to the
plans were dropped DPW for review and sign off for consistency with city specifications.Plans shall Include a note that
off to DPW On the existing water line wit{be abandoned at the main in accordance with Water Department
requirements
9/23/16.D W P
review&sign off 2.1Prior to any site work,tree protection measures for the trees shown to be saved on site shall be
pending inspected and approved by the City and in accordance with 350-12.3F A certified arborist shall submit
a written letter to the Building Commissioner, Tree Warden and Office of Planning and Sustainability
#2.Prelim inspection by certifying that such area has been so protected in accordance Hid;the site plan.
the Rich P/DPW on 3.)Prior to any site work or removal of significant trees,the City's Tree Warden shall sign off on the
9/30/16.Final assessment by the applicant's arbortst regarding the health of the significant 40"Sugar maple on the
inspection to follow southwest corner of the she.
#3. DONE-Arborist letter 4)Prior to the start of construction or issuance of a Building Permit, the applicant must complete a
sent to Rich P/DPW.He Stonnweter Management Operation,inspection,and Maintenance Agreement thatdefines and ensures
concurred on sugar maple long farm maintenance of the proposed storm water system to the satisfaction of the Department of
removal via 9/29/16 Public Works.
email 5-)Any future fighting changes must-must ragenloir with zoning.
#4. 0&M is 6.)Snow shall not be plowed into the rain gardens.
at Dougoug water McDonald for
review 7.)-The Sewer Manhole shown on the western property line Shall be Pieced entirety within the private
properly boundary
FINDINGS:
The Planning Board granted the special permit with site plan for the construction of 8 new units based upon the following information and
pians submitted with the application:
1. Site Development Plan,Hinckley Trace, New Harmony Properties LLC by T Reynolds Engineering July 2016,Revision Date August
2016. Sheets 1-13.
2,Four Lot,2-Family Conceptual Layoufby T Reynolds Engineering bated 12/15/15,
3.Hinckhry Trace,renderings and elevations by Kuhn Riddle Architects,date June 36 2016 Sheets Cl,Ai.I, 1.2,Al t,2.2,A3.1.
4.Hi-Lite MFG Com inc. Cut Sheet Mr lighting fixtures Sheets it,L
S.Stormwater Drainage Report and Management Plan for Hinckley Trace,Prepared by T Reynolds Engineering dated June 2016,Revised
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August 2016.
6. JSP Land Development Services,Inc. Memo regarding Traffic Analysis Dated August 9, 2016.
7. Open space seating and planting concept images.
In approving the Special Permit the board reviewed information at the hearing and in submittal documents to determine that the
following elements in the Section 10 and the URS table of uses for more than 6 units had been met
(1j.The requested use protects adjoining premises against seriously detrimental uses.If applicable,this shall include provision for
surface water drainage,sound and sight buffers and preservation of views,light,and air, The proposed eight residential units to replace
the single family home are an allowed use Stormwater maintenance standards for the City have beep met and a separate stonnwater
permit was issued by the Department of Public Works. Landscaping elements on the edge of the property are of a residential scale and
character and
(2)The requested use will promote the convenience and safety of vehicular and pedestrian movement within the site and on adjacent
sheets,minimise traffic impacts on the streets and roads in the area.if applicable,this shall include considering the location of driveway
openings fn relation to traffic and adjacent streets, access by emergency vehicles,the arrangement of parking and loading spaces,and
provision for persons with disabilities; The site will be accessed by a single curb cut to serve alt units and the applicant showed that the
same number of units could be developed by right with four.separate driveways serving 4 structures but would result in greater traffic
safety Impacts under the by-right scenario;and
(3) The requested use will promote a harmonious relationship of structures and open spaces to the natural landscape.existing buildings
and other community assets in the area;The structures are sited in a way that minimizes the view through orientation of bulidings and
accessory parking structures while maintaining formal park space on site and
(4) The requested use will not overload,and will mitigate adverse impacts on,the City's resources including the effect on the City's water
supply and distribution system,sanitary and storm sewage collection and treatment systems,fire protection streets and schools;and
(5) The requested use meets any special regulations set forth in this chapter that includes the special permit criteria in the URB for
development of more than six units:
At)The first row of buildings along a street shall face the street and add to the streetscape. There shall not be any parking,except
incidental to a driveway or roadway,between the first row of buildings and the street Parking shall be located behind buildings or
designed otherwise to minimize view from the public street
A2)The area between the property and the mad pavement shell be made to be pedestrian friendly,with sidewalks,street furniture, trees
and other vegetation,all of which shall be in conformance with City standards.All landscaping Incorporated as part of the applicants
design between the street and the building(s)shall facilitate and enhance the pedestrian use of sidewalks and other areas adjacent to the
building.Such streetscape may include rebuilding by the applicant,as necessary,of granite curbs,ADA-compliant concrete sidewalks,
tree belts,and drainage improvements incorporating low-impact development standards for any necessary drainage improvements
triggered by these changes.
43)Buildings that abut existing residential properties shah incorporate building articulation alongside facades.Building projections shall
be incorporated for any side facade that is longer than 30 feet
A4)Front facades shall have setbacks consistent with other buildings within the block or provide a different setback that is necessary to
address any natural resources constraints.
B1)Projects shall connect to all surrounding neighborhoods with bicycle and pedestrian access to the extent possible.
a)For projects that have more than one vehicular access,driveways and roadways shall internally and externally connect to each other
and dead-end streets shall be avoided whenever possible.Dead-end roadways and driveways shalt never exceed 500 feet and,to the
extent possible,must Include a bicycle and pedestrian connection from the dead-end street to a street,common area,park or civic space.
b)For projects that have a single vehicular access,such access shall not exceed 500 feat and pedestrian access shall also be provided
directly from any stye t to residential units.
92)The design standards for the length of dead-end streets,protection of natural features,sidewalks, wheelchair romps, landscaping,
utilities,and the construction method and materials for water lines,sanitary sewers,storm sewers,fire protection.sidewalks,private
roads and other infrastructure shall be those set forth in Chapter 290,Subdivision of Land.These standards shall apply even for private
roadways and driveways that aro not part of a subdivision,unless waived by the Planning Board.
B3)Driveways and private roadways shall be designed to function as private alleys,or shared streets with pedestrians and cyclists,and
engineered to keep speeds below 15 miles per hour,or yield streets with separate sidewalks as shown in the subdivision regulations.
Such sidewalks shall connect to sidewalks along adjacent streets.
84)Vehicular access shall connect to surrounding streets as appropriate to ensure safe and efficient flow of traffic within the surrounding
neighborhood and to mitigate Increases in baffle on nearby streets.
85)Preexisting paths historically used as bicycle and pedestrian trails shall be presented to the extent possible and merited with
appropriate signage.
CI)All projects shaft include a par+dcommon area fully designed and constructed to be integrated into the project,which area shall be
easily accessible and available her residents of the project At a minimum,this space shall be 300 square feet or 30 square feet per
dwelling unit of buildable land area,whichever is greater.
C2)All such space shall be contiguous unless waived by the Planning Board upon finding that it is In the public interest and consistent
with the Intent and purpose of this section.
D1)Home Energy Rating System(HERS)rating for the building envelope at least 25%lower than the current municipal standard at the
time the special permit is requested,but in no trent shall the HERS rating be greeter than 47 for units of 1,200 square feet or less,and no
greater than 41 for units larger than 1,200 square feet Alternatively,for units of 1,200 square feet or less,the Planning Board may
consider a comparable energy standard to the HERS rating of 47 after consultation with the Building Commissioner.
02)U.S.Green Building Council I FCD New Construction Gold or Neighborhood Development Gold Certified.
El)Buildings shall meet one of the following standards:
a) 11%of the units shall be"affordable units"as that term is defined is§350.2.1 of the Code of the City of Northampton;or
Et}Contain 25%or more of the units no larger than 1,200 square feet gross floor area.
E2)Equal access,All projects shall provide equal access to all building amenities,park and civic space and public entrances to buildings
to residents of both affordable and non-affordable units.
F.Internet connectivity.All projects that include infrastructure making Internet connectivity available shall do so without differences in
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quality,capacity or speed to residents of both affordable and non-affordable units.
;and
f6)The requested use bears a positive relationship to the public convenience or welfare.The use will not unduly impair the integrity of
character of the district or adjoining zones,nor be detrimental to the health,morals,or genera!weltere.The use shall be in harmony with
the general purpose and Intent of the ordinance;The City's goal to encourage a variety of housing types and sizes that exceed energy
efficiency standards was envisioned when the ordinance was adopted; and
(7) If applicable,the requested use will promote City planning objectives to the extent possible and will not adversely affect those
objectives,as defined in City master or study plans adopted under MGL c.41,§81C and 81D.Sustainable Northampton encourages MAA
housing where Infrastructure supports new development and encourages the development of smaller housing units to accommodate the
changing needs of the City's population These goals are identified through the City's housing needs assessment and production plan
and the Sustainable Northampton.
COULD NOT DEROGATE BECAUSE.
FILING DEADLIN@: MAILING DATE: HEARING CONTINUED DATE DECISION DRAFT BY. APPEAL DATE.
7/21/2016 8/4/2016 9/22/2016
REFERRALS IN DATE: HEARING DEADLINE DATE: NEARING CLOSE DArt FINAL SIGNING Sy APPEAL DEADLINE.
77222016 W4/2016 9/8+2016 9/22/2016 10/4/2016
;IRS-ADVf'lt!SING DATE: 'HEARING DATE: VOTING DATE DECISION DATE:
8/11/2016 9/8/2016 9/14/2016
SECOND ADVERTISING DATE: HEARING TIME. VOTING DEADLINE: DECISION DEADLINE;
7:30 PM 12/7/2016 12/7/2016
MEMe.eER$PRFSF.NT. VOTE }}
TheresafTess)Poe votes to Grant �' �S )i0 t 3 z F
Alan Verson votes to Grant i r i ' ----_
Dan Felten votes to Deny ;- 1 4 2
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John Lutz votes o Grant
Debin Bruce votes to Grant --, .. , --„. ._
Ann DeWitt Brooks votes to Grant
'MOTION MADE 6Y. SECONDED BY: VOTE COUNT'. DECISION'.
i Alan Verson Ann DeWitt Brooks 51 Approved with Conditions
MINUTES OF MEETING.
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6 Carolyn Misch,as agent to the Planning Board,certify that this is a true and accurate decision made by the Planning Board and cattily
that a copy of this and all plans have been hied with the Board and the City Clerk on the date shown above.
I certi b
that a copy of this ision has .en mailed to the Owner and Applicant.
Notice of Appeal
An appeal from the decision of the Planning Board may be made by any person aggrieved pursuant to MGL Chapt.40A, Section 17 as
amended within twenty(20)days after the date of the filing of the notice of the decision with the City Clerk. The date is listed above. Such
appeal may be made to the Hampshire Superior Court with a certified copy of the appeal sent to the City Clerk of the City of Northampton.
October 5,2016
I,Wendy Mazza,City Clerk of the City of Northampton, hereby certify that the above Decision of the
Northampton Planning Board was filed in the Office of the City Clerk on September 14,2016, that
twenty days have elapsed since such filing and that no appeal has been filed in this mattteerrr,,1//1
Attest: iaacin°.121.4111
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ATTEST: HAMPSHIRE, / ~E �, ' , AEGISTZR
MARY •LBERDA.''
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Official Receipt for Recording in: a
Hampshire County Registry of Deeds
33RingSt. •
Northampton, Massachusetts 01060 •
Issued To:
WRIGHT BUILDERS INC C a
413-586-8287
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Recording Fees
Doomed Recording
Description Number Book/Page Mount
OECIS 00021227 12429 170 475.00
IFN HARMONY PROP •
475.00
Collected haunts •
,
Payment
Type Amount
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Check 52154 475.00
475.00
Total Received : $75.00
Less Total Recordings: 475.00
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Change Due 5.00
Thank You
MARY OLBERDING- Register of Deeds
By: Debbie t
Receipt# Date rite
0306678 10/05/2016 08:44a
-- -- Status of Stormwater
Management Permit Decision
conditions as of 9/30/16.
Emailed to the DPW, Nton
Bldg Dept & PB on 9/30/16.
44411%N STORM WATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT
APPLICATION DECISION
City of Nmnuper
Depurknm of Public work, ',.
Project/Site Name: Hinckley Trace
Project Street or Location!Assessor ID: 121.Hincicley Street J loreence!23D-149-001._.,,
Applicant Name: New Harmony Properties LW
Applicant Address/Phone:48 Bates Avenue,Northampton, MA/iwright[ 4htbuilders.com
Owner Name:Tom Friedman
Owner Address/Phone:65 Camp Road,Leverett,MA
Application Submission Dale: i/62016
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THE FOLLOWING ACTION BY THE NOR'THAMP'TON DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS HAS BEEN TAKEN ON THIS APPLICATION BASED ON INFORMATION
PRESENTED:
Disapproval of the Stormwater Management Permit Application based on a
determination within seven days of the receipt of the application that the
application u administratively incomplete(see attached documentation).
Approval of the Stormwater Management Permit Application.
X Approval of the Stormwater Management Permit Application subject to any
conditions, modifications or restrictions required by the Department of
Public Works(see below)
Disapproval of the Stormwater Management Permit Application based upon
a determination that the proposed plan,as submitted does not meet the
• purposes set forth in the Northampton Stormwater Management.
Standard Permit Conditions:
1. All a/caring, grading,drainage, construction,and development shall be conducted in
strict accordance with the following plans and information submitted with the application
and as amended by any conditions attached to this permit:
a. Site Development Plans,Hinckley Trace, 121 Hinckley St, Florence, MA, Sheet 6
Revision Date 6//112016,Sheets 1, 7, R, 10, 11, 12, 13 Revision Date 8/5/2016,
Sheet 5 Revision Date 7/30/2016, Sheets 2, 3,4, 9 Dated 7/1/2016,Stamped by
Terrance R.Reynolds,P.E.,T Reynolds Engineering.
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b. Stormwater Drainage Report and Management Plan for Hinckley Trace, 121
Hinckley Stent, Florence, MA, Dated June 2016, Prepared by T Reynolds
Engineering.
c. Revised HydroCAD drainage calculations for the proposed Post-Development
conditions,dated 8111/2016,prepared by T Reynolds Engineering.
2, The Northampton Department of Public Works(DPW)or its authorized representative
shall be provided access to the property to conduct inspections before,during, and after
construction activities as necessary. The applicant shall arrange with the DPW lo
schedule the following inspections: Initial Inspection, Erosion Control Inspection, Bury
Inspection,and Final Inspection.The DPW may also conduct random inspections to
ensure effective control of erosion and sedimentation during all phases of construction.
3. The owner shall retain the design engineer W document the construction of proposed
stormwater infrastructure. The design engineer shall check elevations,inverts, layout and
other critical aspects of the system as they are being umstructed. At the completion of the •
work,including construction of stormwater management facilities and landscaping the
applicant shall submit to the DPW as-built plans stamped by a professional engineer of
record in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and a statement from a professional
engineer of record in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts certifying that the materials
and construction of the stormwater management system was constructed in accordance
with the approved plan and will function as designed.All changes to the approved
storm water facilities shall be documented by a professional engineer of record in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts and approved by the DPW prior to submission of as-
built plans and the certificationstatement described above. The preparation of as-built
plans requires routine inspections and surveying of stormwata system comports while
they.are being constructed.
4. Annual Reports that are stamped by a Registered Professional Engineer documenting
the actions completed as required by the Operation,Maintenance and Inspection
Agreement shall be submitted to the Northampton Department of Public Works by
October 1r1 of each year(see Specific Condition 1 below).
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5. If construction of the proposed stormwater system has not started within five years of the
issue date of this permit, then the permit will expiry and a new pcanit will be required.
Construction is defined as clewing, grading, excavation,filling, and installation of
drainage structures on the lots specified in this permit_
Specific Permit Conditions:
pl.Stormwater 1- Prior to issuance of a Building Permit,the applicant shall record an executed Stormwater
O&M is at Doug Operation,Maintenance, and Inspection Agreement that is binding on all subsequent
McDonald for owners of land served by the private stounwater management facility by recording it in
review the land records of the Registry of Deeds, The maintenance schedule and responsibility
for maintenance of all components of the proposed stormwater management system must
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be adequately specified.in Attachment A to this Agreement The draft Post Construction
Operation Maintenance Plan submitted as part of the Stormwater Drainage Report must
be revised to include operation and maintenance items for all components of the proposed
drainage system to the satisfaction of the DPW.The DPW can provide additional.
guidance on required revisions to the maintenance schedule.The filial agreement shall be
approved by the Northampton DPW and signed by the owner and the Mayor of
Northampton.The final agreementshall be recorded at the.Registry of Deeds at the
p2.Terry Reynolds owner's expense. Section 22-85 of the Northampton.Stormwater Management Ordinance
submitted the provides additional guidance for the requirements of this agreement.
SWPPP to the
DPW for approval. 2. This project will be required to submit one or wort Native of Intent(NOD to the U.S.
Copy of EPA NCH EPA for coverage under theNPDFS Storinwater.Construction General Permit.A copy Of
filing was dropped the final NO1 and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan(SWEEP)shall be submitted to
off to the DPW on the Northampton DPW for approval prior to the start of construction and prior to issuance
9/23/16 of a:building permit.
p3.Construction 3. Construction plans and specifications shalt be submitted to the DPW for approval poor to
pians were dropped issuance of a building permit and prior to the start of construction.
off to DPW on
9/23/16.DWP 4.. The proposed stormwatermanagementsystem is designed to mitigate peak stonnwater
review&sign off flows. It.after construction of the
pending proposed system,the system is found to increase
stormwater flows to adjacent properties or to the municipal stormdrain system,the owner
shall redesign and reconstruct fitedrainage system to prevent any increased stormwater
flows to adjacent properties Or themunicipal storm chain system.
5. All rain gardens,biofilter.wales,level spreaders and other non-piped components of the
proposed stonnwater system shall be constructed as proposed and stabilized prior to
receiving drainage.flows from the proposed development.
6: The constructionplatsmust be revised to be consistent with the drainage calculations for
all specifications of the stormwatcr system.
7. The construction plans must be revised to specify the elevationof the bottomof the stone
and the elevation of underdrains for the proposed rain gardens consistent withthe
specifications in the drainage calculations.
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City of Northampton 212 Main Street, Northampton, MA 01060
Solid Waste Disposal Affidavit
In accordance of the provisions of MGL c 40, S54, I acknowledge that as
a condition of the building permit all debris resulting from the construction
activity governed by this Building Permit shall be disposed of in a properly
licensed solid waste disposal facility, as defined by MGL c 111, S 150A.
Address of the work:
The debris will be transported by: Int Ht g'nl Locc2
The debris will be received by: VR l l ENI VE CY C l_11•1
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Building permit number:
Name of Permit Applicant iJ\RR( L-tu>Z.0
Date Signature of Permit Applicant
City of Northampton
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212 Main Street • Municipal Building �///
, Northampton, HA 01060
Fee Calculator for Residential Properties
Location : 121 1-1\MCt\r1 ST., BLDG I , UNIT /4 /g , FLoccE, Ce
Square Footage Amount
Basement @ .20 N /,4 N/A
1ST Floor @ .50 aoSa, It 102 (a
2nd Floor@ .50 NIA N14
h Floors, Finish Attic, Garage @ .20 5 `I 2 2 $ 19
Deck / Porches @ .20 a o 8 F;•z 141 le
Total : 5' I 21.40
MUNICIPAL WATER AVAILABILITY APPLICATION
Northampton Water Department
237 Prospect St.
Northampton,MA 01060
587-1097
A Department of Public Works Trench Permit shall be required prior to any construction or
connection activity associated with this application.
Location: 121 Hinckley Street/Hinckley Trace Florence,MA
Inquiry Made By: Wright Builders, Linda 586-8287 a 116
Date of Inquiry: 9/19/16 Fire Line Irrigation Domestic X
Number of Type of Single Family Type of Private
Units: 44 bldg's's Unit(s): Apart. Comm. Ownership: Condo X
8 units Multi-family Condo's X Rental
(Applicant to fill out the above)
Municipal Water Main in Existing service to
Front of Location? Yes: I/ No: site? Yes:(47o
Size of WaterMain: 61 Material: C—h— Age: iff 7
Approximate Static Street Flow Test Conducted: Yes: No:
Pressure: 80 If done attach results
Size of Service Connection
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Suggested Meter Size: g Y. niefers
Comments: The Water Department cannot guarantee adequate water pressure during peak demand
times at elevations above 320 feet.
• A corresponding water entrance fee shall be paid prior to making any connection to the municipal water
system.
• Arrangements of such installation shall be made with the Northampton Water Department with a minimum
of 5 working days notification.
• All work shall conform to Northampton Water Department specifications.
Water Superintendent Date
Water Entry$ 200 Meter$ I 04 Radio$ 1,080
cc: City of Northampton Building Dept./Commissioner
Note: If this availabili is for a new construction it must be hand delivered to the Buildint t S
Inspector. -A1 7`�
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MUNICIPAL SEWER AVAILABILITY APPLICATION
Northampton Streets Department
125 Locust Street
Northampton, MA 01060
413-5874570
A Department of Public Works Trench Permit and Sewer Entry Permit shall be required prior to any
construction or connection activity associated with this application.
Location: 121 HINCKLEY STREET, HINCKLEY TRACE, FLORENCE
Date of Inquiry: 09119/16
Inquirer with contact info: WRIGHT BUILDERS, LINDA 586-8287 X 116
Reason for Request: NEW CONSTRUCTION/
Municipal Sewer Main in Front of Location: Yes �/ No
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Size of Sewer Main: g Material: VC Age: j ) ;Z 6'
Depth of Sewer Main: 6
Length of Sewer Main: 210 Rtor+ crown stt.en ft.,1 rrr
Size of Service Connection: !d“
Type of Service Connection: ‘YES f
Tie-in to Sanitary Main: I1/211.0 Tie-in to Sanitary Stub: pin
Comments: rifer` SEwcr r+..ttd pisnnr/ fv, ;Erect-.
City Requires 6' cleanout installed at City Property Line
Note:If this availability is for new construction,this form must be hand delivered to Building Inspector.
A corresponding "sewer enterance fee" shall be paid prior to making any connection to the
municipal sewer system. Arrangements of such intstallation shall be made with the Northampton
Streets Department with a minimum of 5 working days notificaiton. All work shall conform to
Northampton Streets Department specifications.
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Sewer Dept. Foreman 4Y
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Home Energy Rating Certificate HIS &
Property HERS HERS
Rating Type: Projected Rating Certified Energy Rater: Adin Maynard ..
Hinckley Trace_Bldng1_2BR Rating Date: 09/15/2016 Rating Number:
Northampton, MA 01060 Registry ID:
Projected Rating: Based on Plans - Field Confirmation Required. Estimated Annual Energy Cost
HERS Index: 43 Use MMBtu Cost Percent
Heating 7.2 $227 23%
General Information Cooling 2.4 $36 4%
Conditioned Area 996 sq. ft. House Type Duplex, single unit Hot Water 2.4 $112 12%
Conditioned Volume 12376 cubic ft. Foundation Stab Lights/Appliances 13.0 $559 58%
Bedrooms 2 Photovoltaics -0.0 $-0 -0%
Service Charges $33 3%
Mechanical Systems Features Total 25.0 $966 100%
Air-source heat pump: Electric, Htg: 12.5 HSPF. Clg: 26.1 SEER.
Water Heating: Heat pump, Electric, 3.39 EF, 50.0 Gal. Criteria
Duct Leakage to Outside NA This home meets or exceeds the minimum criteria for the following:
Ventilation System Balanced: ERV, 50 cfm, 60.0 watts.
Programmable Thermostat Heat=Yes; Cool=Yes
Building Shell Features
Ceiling Flat NA Stab R-15.0 Edge, R-20.0 Under
Sealed Attic NA Exposed Floor NA
Vaulted Ceiling R-61.0 Window Type U-Value: 0.170, SHGC: 0.200
Above Grade Walls R-36.0 Infiltration Rate Htg: 1.00 Clg: 1.00 ACH50
Foundation Walls NA Method Blower door test TITLE
Company
Lights and Appliance Features Address
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Percent Interior Lighting 100.00 Range/Oven Fuel Electric City, State, Zip •
Percent Exterior Lighting 5.00 Clothes Dryer Fuel Electric Phone ft
Refrigerator (kWh/yr) 539 Clothes Dryer EF 3.73 Fax U
Dishwasher(kWh/yr) 268 Ceiling Fan (cfm/Watt) 0.00
REM/Rate-Residential Energy Analysis and Rating Software v14.6.1
This information does not constitute any warranty of energy cost or savings. m 1985-2015 Noresco, Boulder, Colorado.
The Home Energy Rating Standard Disclosure for this home is available from the rating provider.
Home Energy Rating Certificate HIS
Property HERS HERS
Rating Type: Projected Rating Certified Energy Rater: Adin Maynard ,
Hinckley Trace_Bldngl_3BR Rating Date: 09/15/2016 Rating Number:
Northampton , MA 01060 Registry ID:
Projected Rating: Based on Plans - Field Confirmation Required. Estimated Annual Energy Cost
Use MMBtu Cost Percent
HERS Index: 45 Heating 9.2 $306 26%
General Information Cooling 3.4 $52 4%
Conditioned Area 1236 sq. ft. House Type Duplex, single unit Hot Water 2.9 $134 11%
Conditioned Volume 15222 cubic ft. Foundation Slab Lights/Appliances 15.2 $655 56%
Bedrooms 3 Photovoltaics -0.0 $-0 -0%
Service Charges $33 3%
Mechanical Systems Features Total 30.8 $tteo 100%
Air-source heat pump: Electric, Htg: 12.5 HSPF. Clg: 26.1 SEER.
Air-source heat pump: Electric, Htg: 12.0 HSPF. Clg: 21.0 SEER. Criteria
Water Heating: Heat pump, Electric, 3.39 EF, 50.0 Gal. This home meets or exceeds the minimum criteria for the following:
Duct Leakage to Outside NA
Ventilation System Balanced: ERV, 50 cfm, 60.0 watts.
Programmable Thermostat Heat=Yes;Cool-Yes
Building Shell Features
Ceiling Flat NA Slab R-15.0 Edge, R-20.0 Under
Sealed Attic NA Exposed Floor NA
Vaulted Ceiling R-61.0 Window Type U-Value: 0.170, SHGC: 0.200
Above Grade Walls R-36.0 Infiltration Rate Htg: 1.00 Clg: 1.00 ACH50
Foundation Walls NA Method Blower door test TITLE
Company
Lights and Appliance Features Address
Percent Interior Lighting 100.00 Range/Oven Fuel Electric City, State, Zip
Percent Exterior Lighting 5.00 Clothes Dryer Fuel Electric Phone#
Refrigerator (kWh/yr) 539 Clothes Dryer EF 3.73 Fax#
Dishwasher(kWh/yr) 268 Ceiling Fan (cfm/Watt) 0.00 /
REM/Rate-Residential Energy Analysis and Rating Software v14.6.1
This information does not constitute any warranty of energy cost or savings. ®1985-2015 Noresco, Boulder, Colorado.
The Home Energy Rating Standard Disclosure for this home is available from the rating provider.
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DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTIONS
`_, 212 Main Street • Municipal Building -ea aere
Northampton, MA 01050
INSPECTOR
Wright Builders, Inc. October 14, 2015
48 Bates Street
Northampton, MA 01060
Subject Location: 115 to 129 Hinckley St.
Map Block: 23D-149
Mr. Ledwell,
Your building permit application with plans dated 9-27-16 has been approved as drawn and per this memo.
All work must meet all applicable codes whether noted or not included within this memo.
Please follow up on the following items:
These items will need to be accomplished as the project moves forward and before rough inspections;
1. Required egress through a bedroom is a non-typical application which we will allow in this case with
a restriction that the bedroom doors do not have any type of locking hardware! OR you may choose
to go to the BBRS for relief from this code section which would likely be granted.
2. Exterior soffits must be fire blocked at separation between units. R302.11 (6)
3. Any fire stop penetrations must meet the requirements in R02.4.1.2 which may be an issue at detail
C3/A3.3
4. Kitchen soffits indicated on A1.5 will need fire stopping per R302.11.1 (1)
5. The portal frames in the garages have specific installation requirements; the installation needs to be
verified by the responsible person during installation to assure all details are followed.
6. The portal frame indicated on detail 5/61.2 appears to need to be constructed in two sections with
continuous studs in the middle section to help prevent hinging per R602.10.4.1.1
7. Dryer exhaust hidden in the structure require a permanent label per M504.6.5
8. Assure that all step flashing terminations direct water in front of the siding and or trims.
9. Smoke, Heat and CO detectors throughout the structure to current building codes.
10. An emergency escape window is required within every bedroom, basement and walk-in attic.
11. An air barrier is required between the tub or shower and the wall cavity.
Note:The 2012 IECC with MA amendments is the non-stretch energy code and the 9th Edition Building
Code and new Stretch Code are expected to begin in July of 2016.
As of August 4th 2011 the 8'h 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 intended to be comprehensive, nor is it a substitute for purchasing and reading the MA codes.
Read only international codes are available on line at http://publicecodes.cyberregs.com/icod/one
must also consider the MA amendments to these codes which can be found at www.mass.gov/dps/bbrs .
The current relevant building codes are:
2009 IBC, 2009 IEBC, 2009 IMC, 2009 IRC,2009 or 2012 IECC, AA115, MA amendments.
1. Structures shall conform to 780 CMR 8th 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. or if
high water table or severe soils waterproofing 780 CMR R406.2.
5. Through wall form ties must be removed from both faces and patched with hydraulic cement.780 CMR
R406.2 of amendments.
6. Foundation anchor bolts must be '/:" and be embedded a minimum of 7" into the concrete. 10" bolts!
780 CMR R403.1.6
7. CMU foundations require 3/8" parging before damp proofing. 780 CMR R406.1 see exceptions.
8. Emergency escape is required out of every basement whether habitable or not,each bedroom and walk-
in attics.780 CMR R310.1
9. Crawl spaces can be treated in three different ways,vented (poor idea), exhausted (similar to exhaust
only systems), or treating the space with supply and return. See 780 CMR R408
10. 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. When there is neither of these a structural ridge is
required with a load path to the foundation.
11. Steel straps over the ridge or 1x4 minimum collar ties are required 4' OC in the upper 1/"0780 CMR
R802.3.1
12. Ridge boards must be the full depth of the cut. 780 CMR R802.3.
13. A complete window and header schedule is required. 780 CMR Table R502.5 for header sizing and
number of jack studs required.
14. Wood walls shall be capped with double plates to provide overlapping at corners and intersecting walls
with bearing partitions,joints staggered 2' minimum. 780 CMR R602.3.2
a. Exception:A single plate may be used or plates may be excluded over lintels provided the
plates/lintels are adequately connected by a 3" x 6" plate .036 galvanized steel nailed to each
segment with 6-8d nails
15. All framing materials which are not code prescriptive must have stamped engineering.
a. LVLs
b. I-joist and or Floor Truss
c. Roof truss
16. All I-Joist need to be protected from fire with''/: drywall or 5/8 wood structural panel. (R501.3)
17. A braced wall plan identifying appropriate braced wall areas where required (R301.1) and braced wall
method being used. 780 CMR 602.10.
a. Garage corners and large corner window/door layout may require special solutions.
b. All corners must be appropriately attached to the foundation.
c. When using PFH (R602.10.3.3) or PFG (R602.10.3.4)the nailing requirement is 4" and 3"
respectively using 8d common nails or galvanized box nails. PNEUMATIC nails must be full
headed with the temper and shank sizing meeting the strict code requirement.
18. When nailing sheathing make sure your pneumatic nailers' pressure is properly set. Nails set too deep
perforate the sheathing weakening it and contribute to building damage in high wind events.
19. 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
20. 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
21. Windows over 72"above grade with the opening less than 24 above the finished floor shall meet the 4"
sphere rule. Order restrictors. 780 CMR R612.2
22. 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 15`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
23. Stairs have critical standards, make sure you know the floor finishes when planning. Minimum tread 9",
maximum riser 8 W', maximum overall variance for the run is 3/8",4" sphere rule on risers except where
the total rise is 30"or less 780 CMR R311.7.4.3 Exception,4 3/8" on balustrade, 6" in the triangle.
Graspable rail 1'/A" 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. Rails
must be continuous and returned to the wall if not to newel post.780 CMR R311.7.
24. 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.
25. Floor joist systems that are not equal to 1%" nominal dimension must be covered with 'A" drywall or
5/8" wood structural panel or equivalent with some exceptions. 780 CMR R501.3
26. 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, or holes
in joist are a maximum 1/3 the depth not closer than 2" from the top or bottom or to any other hole.
Notches are different.
27. Drilling or notching of more than 50%of the wall plate width of an exterior wall or load bearing partition
requires a 16 GA 1 '/:" strap across the area and 6" beyond each side with 8- lOnd nails. 780 CMR
R602.6.1
28. Where dryer ducts penetrate the wall they must be sealed with fire caulk. 780 CMR M504.2
29. Dryer ducts must terminate outside of the building, have a backdraft damper, cannot include a screen,
and require 3' clearance from windows.780 CMR M504.4
30. Dryer duct transition is limited to 8'of aluminum flex, must be exposed, and the proper UL listing. 780
CMR M504.6.3
31. Dryer duct maximum equivalent length is 35' less 5' per 90°elbow or per manufacturer's specs. 780
CMR M502.6.4, no screwed connections use foil tape appropriate for the use.
32. Dryer ducts when concealed must have a permanent label or tag within 6' of the duct connection 780
CMR M502.6.5
33. Makeup air is required for dryers exhausting more than 200 CFM.780 CMR M504.5
34. Makeup air is required for any exhaust hood over 400 CFM. 780 CMR M505.2
35. Fireplaces require all combustion air be provided from the exterior and below the firebox, duct work
maintaining 1" clearance for 5' from the duct outlet for all fireplaces and airtight doors. 2009 IECC
402.4.3
36. Fire and draft stopping shall be completed before rough inspection.Typical locations,top (ceiling) and
bottom (floor) plates, soffits, and every 10' within enclosed cavities. 780 CMR R302.
37. Ignition barriers are required over all thermal plastics and must be in place before final. 780 CMR R316.
38. Dwelling/Garage fire separation. An attached garage (within 3' of main structure) is required to have Y"
drywall on the garage side of the separation wall and if there is a finished space above the garage all
walls must have%" drywall and the ceiling 5/8" drywall. 780 CMR R302.6
39. Energy aspects shall comply with the stretch energy code. 780 CMR Appendix 115AA or 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. A signed copy of the Thermal Bypass Checklist.
d. Energy information including mechanical equipment posted on the electric panel.
e. Remodeling and Additions can be completed in accordance with ]ECC 2009 with Energy Star
Windows and the Thermal Bypass Checklist. Duct blast testing when practicable.
f. All band joist insulation must be enclosed within an air tight cavity, which you must create.
40. Vapor retarders. Although these are still in the code have 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 has filtered dirt out of the air moving
through the insulation.780 CMR R601.2 for vapor retarders and Table N1102.4.2 for air sealing
requirements.
41. Unvented attic assemblies. Hot roofs are allowed, but have specific requirements 780 CMR R806.4.
42. 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. Lateral attachment is required for each deck
per section 502.2.2.3.
43. Smoke and CO detectors as required. 780 CMR R314 and R315.
a. Smokes in each bedroom, within 10' of a bedroom door, and at the bottom of a stair leading to
a finished floor above.
b. CO within 10' of bedroom doors, at each level, for every 1500 sqft, (plumbing code in the
mechanical room) Except if there are no fossil burning fuels or attached garage.
c. Heat detector in attached garage, and other large unfinished unconditioned spaces.
44. Closets beneath stair which have doors must be drywalled with V?. 780 CMR R302.7
45. If there is mechanical equipment ora combustible roof, 30 sqft of space, and 30" measured from top of
ceiling joist to bottom of rafters an attic access of minimum RO of 22" x 30" is required to be located in
an accessible place. It must be insulated equal to surrounding,gasketed, and secured in place.
46. Clearances above gas stoves and cook tops burners is 24" to non-combustible or 30"to combustibles.
Relevant items must be submitted to the building department for approvals before inspections and or
Certificates of Occupancy can be issued.
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: cmillerc northamptonma.gov
Thank you f your cooperation on these matters.
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Chuck Miller
City of Northampton
Assistant Commissioner and Zoning Enforcement