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Commission approves metal chimney caps for West Palm Street home, citing tree cover and interior safety concerns
Summary
The commission approved COA 59421 for a black powder-coated stainless-steel chimney cap at the applicant's West Palm Street property, finding it not prominently visible from the public right of way and noting interior safety concerns raised by a chimney inspection.
The Norwich Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a custom stainless-steel, black powder-coated chimney cap at COA 59421, identified at the hearing as West Palm Street, on Sept. 17.
Applicant Karen explained she has four fireplaces and had experienced bat intrusion and water leaks. She said an inspection by a chimney professional recommended limiting use of the fireplaces because of narrow clearances and that the cap is needed to protect masonry and prevent wildlife entry. She described the cap as custom-made, black…
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