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Sharon gives roof and preservation update for Mermaid House; historic office OKs color variance
Summary
Sharon reported the roofing materials for the Mermaid House are expected July 30, said attic work and trusses are complete, and confirmed coordination with the State Historic Preservation Office over materials and display of retrieved historic wood.
Sharon provided an update on the ongoing restoration of the Mermaid House, saying the roofing materials are expected to arrive around July 30 and that crews will coordinate weather and documentation before removing tarps and installing the new roof. "We got the word from our roofer this morning that the bridal for Mermaid House is expected to arrive approximately July 30," Sharon said.
She described recent work in the attic — replacement of an unsafe ladder and installation of new trusses — and said crews have found modern drywall over original historic elements. Sharon told the committee that the project team has coordinated with the State Historic Preservation Office and that officials are "cool with what we're doing," including a non-exact color match for the new metal roof and plans to retrieve some historic wood for display. The update included plans for historic photo documentation and a note that some original sheathing was missing or deteriorated.
