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Commission allows reuse or synthetic slate for damaged rear roof at 413 Harrison Street

Historic Preservation Commission · November 18, 2025
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Applicant David Gay was allowed to repair the front slate and, for the damaged rear, either repair with original slate or replace with synthetic slate matching size and exposure; commissioners cited bylaws that generally disallow asphalt simulated slate and encouraged the applicant to obtain pricing to preserve original materials where feasible.

David Gay appeared before the commission to request permission to restore the street‑facing slate roof and replace the rear slate roofing with asphalt shingle because of sheathing damage caused by vines and moisture intrusion.

Gay said the front, roadside slate is mostly sound and could be repaired, while the rear roof has extensive…

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