[MassHistPres] Architectural Shingles

[Sullivan, Charles M.]

We also strongly prefer conventional three-tab shingles, preferably in a neutral color like charcoal (not black), and we require an application for a Certificate if the owner wants to install anything else. 

Architectural shingles are a relatively recent innovation that make a modern design statement; they don't really resemble any traditional material like wood or slate. Three-tabs are innocuous and have been around since the early 20th century.

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Charles M. Sullivan, Executive Director
Cambridge Historical Commission
831 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, Mass.  02139
617 349-4684 voice, 349-3116 fax


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[mailto:masshistpres-bounces at cs.umb.edu]On Behalf Of Anne Forbes
Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2006 2:26 PM
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Cc: HDC at acton-ma.gov
Subject: Re: [MassHistPres] Architectural Shingles


Susan--

The Acton bylaw includes the exclusions for in-kind replacement or "color of 
material used on roofs," but if an applicant wants to replace 3-tab shingles 
with "architectural," our commission does require an application and a 
Certificate of Appropriateness.

Since there are many different styles, we ask to see samples and/or 
manufacturers' cut sheets.  Then we approve a shingle that we feel is 
reasonably compatible with the character of the building and the district, 
but at the same time we make it clear that 3-tab shingles are preferred. 
(Though I've heard that fewer manufacturers will be making them in the 
future.)

Anne Forbes
Acton HDC

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From: "Susan Bragdon" <sbragdon at comcast.net>
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Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2006 11:33 AM
Subject: [MassHistPres] Architectural Shingles


>
> I am looking for input as to other Historic Districts feelings on
> architectural shingles vs the 3 tab asphalt.  I am on the Marblehead
> Historic Districts Commission and more and more people are looking for the
> AS.  Any input would be great.  Thank you.
>
> Susan Bragdon
> Marblehead Historic Districts Commission Member
>
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