HomeMy WebLinkAbout169 Route 6A Public Comment George DavisMay 2, 2025
Old Kings Highway Historical Committee
MAY 0 5 2025
Old King's Highway
Historic District
Re: 169A Rt. 6A; Yarmouthport, MA
Greetings,
In my capacity as a Licensed Construction Supervisor, and as a resident of Yarmouthport,
Mr. Bilezikian asked me to review the structure at this address and lend my opinion as to the
viability of saving and restoring the structure into a residential dwelling.
Having spent a bit of time exploring the structure and crawlspace below; I believe it makes
little sense to attempt such an effort. At the very minimum the building will need to be lifted and a
new foundation installed below. As part of that one would most definitely replace the floor
assembly as it is badly degraded and unsound.
Once we accept this as obvious, which it is, I would then examine the remaining elements
of the building with an eye toward what is necessarily going to be replaced, which would
undoubtably include all exterior trim, siding, windows, etc. i would then consider what structural
elements within need to be replaced or supplemented, which is nearly all of it, given the
requirements of the Building and Energy Codes.
Once all of this is considered, it begs the question; what is really remaining. The answer is
"not much". I recommend razing the building and approving anew structure that architecturally
honors the history and aesthetic of the neighborhood.
Sincerely,
George Davis, President
George Davis Inc.
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