[MassHistPres] demo delay procedures, solicting comments

[Sullivan, Charles M.]

Cambridge's delay is only six months, but we frequently get requests for a waiver - or we used to, before the crash.

The CHC makes two determinations - whether the building is significant, and, if so, whether it is preferably preserved in relation to the proposed replacement. The Commission will entertain requests to terminate the delay period for a preferably-preserved significant building if the proponent has altered the replacement project in some way that enhances the public's interest in the outcome - for example, by incorporating the old structure or by making the replacement building more compatible with its surroundings. We have managed to gain some significantly improved projects in this way.

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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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Subject: [MassHistPres] demo delay procedures, solicting comments

I hate to tear us away from a very lively discussion on window efficiency, but I am seeking the comments of historical commissions and/or staff on how they administer their demo delay's.  In particular, the Newton Historical Commission has been discussing the issuance of waivers of delay.  I would like to know at what point commissions consider issuing a waiver and under what circumstances.  Only re-use of the building, move to another location, unsuccessful sale, ect.  When do you consider issuing waivers, a few weeks, or months into the delay?  Do you have a policy on such matters?  I realize that part of this is relative to the length of delay you might have.  If anyone has any information to share I would appreciate it.

Thanks,

Brian Lever
City of Newton
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