[MassHistPres] Demolition Alternatives

[Marcia Starkey]

I wonder if the Commission has researched values of similar with respect to
condition, size and location or has otherwise tried to present a case for
the reality of his situation.  It appears that he thinks he can realize a
substantial profit in a replacement building. Can this be confirmed?  Is
there a neighborhood and if so, has the Commission tried to find out what it
would like to see.  Has the Commission a track record with Delays ? and
could this reflect positively or negatively on future cases: might be
considered.   On the other hand, it sounds as though he may reconsider as
time goes by and are there details in your suggestion that should be
persuasive?  If so, can you request an additional delay if the conversation
improves and the building is worth the Commission's "cost". 

 

Marcia Starkey

Greenfield HC       

 

 

From: masshistpres-bounces at cs.umb.edu
[mailto:masshistpres-bounces at cs.umb.edu] On Behalf Of Diane Gilbert
Sent: Friday, September 07, 2012 3:42 PM
To: Harrigan, Timothy; Untitled
Subject: Re: [MassHistPres] Demolition Alternatives

 

Dear Tim,

I infer from your email that the Historical Commission conferred on this
single-family home the "preferably preserved" status.  Your delay calls for
a year during which to resolve the fate of this property with the owner.
That's a long time considering you haven't made any progress with the owner
so far.  Collaboration is key especially when there's the burden of money
involved for one of the parties.

My questions are:  What's the historical significance of this house and
could you share a bit of its history and importance to Easton.  What's the
selling price? How much is it worth to the Town?  Is it rare?  One of the
few examples left of a certain building style?  The year built?