Historical Commission designates 31 Fells Road as historically significant, orders delay.
Historical Commission designates 31 Fells Road historically significant and imposes 12-month demolition delay. The Brackett House, designed by local architect Jerome Bailey Foster, was found by all seven commissioners to merit preservation under Chapter 14 of the town bylaws after applicant Hermany
HISTORICAL COMMISSION - TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE · Meeting of January 26, 2026
WINCHESTER — Historical Commission designates 31 Fells Road historically significant and imposes 12-month demolition delay. The Brackett House, designed by local architect Jerome Bailey Foster, was found by all seven commissioners to merit preservation under Chapter 14 of the town bylaws after applicant Hermany Da Silva proposed removing exterior siding and adding a second story. Chair Bruce Hickey determined the scope of work constitutes demolition and therefore requires commission review.
Commissioners offered design alternatives, including preserving the front facade and relocating additions to the rear, and scheduled a follow-up meeting to discuss preservation options during the delay period.
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Source: the HISTORICAL COMMISSION - TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE meeting of January 26, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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