[MassHistPres] Looking for someone who can move an 18th/early 19th century house

[Peter K Johnson]

Last year the Hanover Historical Commission placed a year-long demolition
delay on a historic house in town. Since we have been unsuccessful in
convincing the owner to retain the house as part of the plan for the
property, this past December we decided that moving the house was the only
way to save it.

We have located a site and identified a builder experienced in old house
restoration/renovation, and he is willing to take on this project. He has a
team of specialists in place - all of whom he has worked with in the past.
However, he has not found a house mover. Does anyone have any
recommendations?  He has contacted Gordon Building Movers in Hingham, but
recently they have not been returning calls.

The move would be one mile, on public streets. This would be a private
project; the Commission would have no legal role. Our role has been - and
will be - to provide information and make inquiries and introductions for
the man who has agreed to take this on. The house needs to be moved prior
to June 8, 2022.

Suggestions and advice from anyone who has experience with such a project
would also be appreciated.

Thanks,

Peter Johnson
Chair
Hanover Historical Commission
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