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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBuilding Permit #377 - 157 WAVERLY ROAD 11/7/2012 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER APPLICATION FOR PLAN EXAMINATION Permit N0: Date Received Date Issued/ IMPORTANT:Applicant must complete all items on this page LOCATION t Print PROPERTY OWNER s '' ��'�ctS Unit# Print MAP NO:L PARCEL: ZONING DISTRICT: Historic District yes o ` Machine Shop Village yes no 100 year-old structure yes no TYPE OF IMPROVEMENT PROPOSED USE Residential Non- Residential ❑ New Building ❑One family ❑Addition R"rwo or more family ❑ Industrial Cd�lteration No. of units: ❑Commercial ❑ Repair, replacement ❑Assessory Bldg ❑ Others: ❑ Demolition_ ❑Other g ,S9ptio, ❑WeON •� plain ,e'"�tlands ;!: pfjl@fll�arred ) s nt 'c-t'). t -` ateT/Si �' '2cstt= x DESCRIPTION OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED: I �v `� ( den ification ease Type or t Clearly) OWNER: Name: Phone: (§ � IL Addresssl .1 aN CONTRACTOR Name: MaLylae` ,� Phone: 97 /,,g 7` <� &4) Address: Supervisor's Construction License: a� �� Exp. Date: Home Improvement License: ��� �J Exp. Date: '� ARCHITECT/ENGINEER Phone: ' Address: Reg. No. FEE SCHEDULE:BULDING PERMIT.$92.00 PER$9000.00 OF THE TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTBASED ON$125.00 PER S.F. Total Project Cost: $ yr, FEE: $ � rI- Check No.: - � Receipt No.: NOTE: P o tr i ith istered contr tors tV ve ess to the uaran and g g tY Signafure_o-fA"ent/ canerSignatureof_contractor�.... :.:. . :.. .r... . : .:. .: ; 1 i Plans Submitted ❑ Plans Waived ❑ Certified Plot Plan ❑ Stamped Plans ❑ TYPE OF SEWERAGE DISPOSAL Public Sewer ❑• Tanning/Massage/Body Art ❑ Swimming Pools ❑ Well ❑ Tobacco Sales ❑ Food Packaging/Sales Private(septic tank,etc. ❑ Permanent Dumpster on Site ❑ THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS FOR OFFICE USE ONLY INTERDEPARTMENTAL SIGN OFF - U FORM DATE REJECTED DATE APPROVED PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ❑ ❑ COMMENTS CONSERVATION Reviewed on Signature CJMMENTS HEALTH Reviewed on Signature COMMENTS Zoning Board of Appeals:Variance, Petition No: Zoning Decision/receipt submitted yes Planning Board Decision: Comments Conservation Decision: Comments Water& Sewer Connection/Signature&Date Driveway Permit DPW Town Engineer: Signature: Located 384 Osgood Street FIRE DEPARTMENT -Temp Duinpster on site yes no Located at 124 Main Street Fire Department signature/date COMMENTS i Dimension Number of Stories:.______.Total square feet of floor area, based on Exterior dimensions. Total land area, sq. ft.: ELECTRICAL: Movement of Meter location, mast or servicedroprequires approval of Electrical Inspector Yes DANGER ZONE LITERATURE: Yes No MGL Chapter 166 Section 21A—F and G min.$100-$1000 fine NOTES and DATA— For department use ❑ Notified for pickup - Date Doc:.Building Permit Revised 20117une/mi Building Department The following is a list of the required forms to be filled out for the appropriate permit to be obtained. Roofing, Siding, Interior Rehabilitation Permits ❑ Building Permit Application ❑ Workers Comp Affidavit ❑ Photo Copy of H.I.C. And/Or C.S.L. Licenses ❑ Copy of Contract ❑ Floor Plan Or Proposed Interior Work ❑ Engineering Affidavits for Engineered products NOTE: All dumpster permits require sign off from Fire Department prior to issuance of Bldg Permit Addition or Decks ❑ Building Permit Application ❑ Certified Surveyed.Plot Plan ❑ Workers Comp Affidavit ❑ Photo Copy of H.I.C. And C.S.L. Licenses ❑ Copy Of Contract ❑ Floor/Crossection/Elevation Plan Of Proposed Work With Sprinkler Plan And Hydraulic Calculations (If Applicable) ❑ Mass check Energy Compliance Report (If Applicable) ❑ Engineering Affidavits for Engineered products MOTE: All dumpster permits require sign off from Fire Department prior to issuance of Bldg Permit New Construction (Single and Two Family) ❑ Building Permit Application ❑ Certified Proposed Plot Plan ❑ Photo of H.I.C. And C.S.L. Licenses a Workers Comp Affidavit ❑ Two Sets of Building Plans (One To Be Returned) to Include Sprinkler Plan And Hydraulic Calculations (If Applicable) ❑ Copy of Contract ❑ Mass check Energy Compliance Report ❑ Engineering Affidavits for Engineered products DOTE: All dumpster permits require sign off from Fire Department prior to issuance of Bldg .Permit an all cases if a variance or special permit was required the Town CIerks office must stamp the decision from the Board of Appeals that the appeal period is over. The applicant must then get this recorded at the Registry of Deeds. One copy and proof of recording roust be submitted with the building application Doe: Doe.Building Permit Revised 2008mi Location No Date 2— R a = TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER �u+LV[,016' 0 Certificate of Occupancy $ Building/Frame Permit Fee $ ' Foundation Permit Fee $ Other Permit Fee $ TOTAL $ Check# 25919 Building Inspector Enter construction cost for fee cal- North Andover Fee Calculation Construction Cost . 16,,000.010 m $ - $ 192.00 Plumbing Fee $ 24.00 Gas Fee 100 comm. $ 100.00 Electrical Fee $ 24.00 Total fees collected $ 340.00 157 Waverley Road 377-13 on 11/7/12 New Kitchen Cabinets and Bath Remodel r10 R TH $% .. f E ._ 14 ver O �� �~ to No. � 0 � _ iWVWL � Y C% LAK! h y ver, Mass, • • COCKIC Kl WICK 1' s U BOARD OF HEALTH Food/Kitchen PERM J . Septic System Tc DTHIS CERTIFIES THAT ,�,,,,, ��„ • BUILDING INSPECTOR ................... ........... .......... .................. ............. ... . Foundation has permission to erect.......................... buildings on ...I.��•••1•....... .. ........ ...... ...�........... Rough to be occupied as . .Q .....kws .....................� !. M ........... Chimney provided that the person accepting this permit shall in every respect conform to the terms of the application Final on file in this office, and to the provisions of the Codes and By-Laws relating to the Inspection,Alteration and Construction of Buildings in the Town of North Andover. PLUMBING INSPECTOR VIOLATION of the Zoning or Building Regulations Voids this Permit. Rough Final PERMIT EXPIRES IN 6 MON HS ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR UNLESS CONSTRU go, RTS Rough Service ........ ...... .......................................... , ....... BUILDING INSPE TOR.. Final GAS INSPECTOR Occupancy Permit Required to Occupy Building Rough Display in a Conspicuous Place on the Premises — Do Not Remove Final No Lathing or Dry Wall To Be Done FIRE DEPARTMENT Until Inspected and Approved by the Building Inspector. Burner Street No. SEE REVERSE SIDE Smoke Det. Page 1 of RODDEN CONSTRUCTION License #28538 47 Prescott St. Expires:09/05/2013 N.Andover, Ma.01845 978 687 2934 PROPOSAL TODAY'S DATE JOB NAME 10129112 Phil Cahill DATE OF PLANS/PAGE#'S JOB LOCATION 159 Waverley Rd., North Andover, Ma.0184511emove and replace We propose hereby to furnish material and labor necessary for the completion of: Remove and replace five lineal ft.of upper and lower kitchen cabinets. Refinish wood floor.Install new 2x2 suspended ceiling.Some plaster patching.Re-route some existing electrical and add some new circuits.Supply and install 2 new door slabs and 2 new door units. Bathroom work will include the removal and replacement of the bath tub and vanity unit. Install new 1/2 in. plywood underlayment and ceramic tile floor.Some plaster patching. Install a new 2x2 suspended ceiling. Re-route some wiring and add some new circuits. Painting is by owner. Work will be done on a time and material basis with carpentry rates at 49.00 per hour. We propose hereby to furnish material and labor-complete in accordance with above specifications for the sum of: Sixteen thousand and 00/00 estimated dollars ($16.000.00 ) Payment as follows: Invoices payable upon receiptt_ All material is guaranteed to be as specified. All work to be completed in a substantial workmanlike manner according to specifications submitted,per standard practices. Any alteration or deviation from above specifications involving extra costs will be executed only upon written orders,and will become an extra charge over and above the estimate. All agreements contingent upon strikes,accidents or delays beyond our control. Owner to carry fire,tornado and other necessary insurance. Our workers are fully covered by Workmen's Compensation Insurance.If either party commences legal action to enforce its rights pursuant to this agreement,the prevailing party in said legal action shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorney's fees and costs of litigation relating to said legal action,as determined by a court of competent jurisdiction. Authorized Note: this proposal may be withdrawn by us Signature if not accepted within 19� ._days. ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL The above prices, / � specifications and conditions are satisfactory and are hereby Signature accepted. You are authorized to do the work as specified. Signature Payment will be made as outlined above. Date of Acceptance WWW.THECONTRACTORSGROUP.COM&Diane Dennis Enterprises,.2004 PROP-001 pdf Rev 10-04 - .• Massachusetts- Department of Public SafetN Board of Building- Regulations and Standards Construction Supervisor License License- CS 28538 MICHAEL V RODDEN 47 PRESCOTT ST N ANDOVER, MA 01845 �' • �•���p�rv�rzarzcaeal�z a�C�/��oac�urreCfa . office of Consumer Affairs&Busibess Regulation OME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR Type. egistration: 105903 sxpiration:, -:7/21/2014, individual �. .MICHAEL V.RODDENt-.y Michael Rodden 47 Pr�scotttttM N''o.Andover,MA 01845 Undersecretary - The Comnonweadth ofMassachusetts . - Deparhnent oflndust*1Accidents Oflce oflnvestigations IN 600 Washington Street Boston,MA 02111 ,www.massgov1&a Workers'Compensation Insurance Affidavit:Builders!Contractors/Electricians/Plnmbers Applicant Information Please Print Ledbly 1 Name(Businessiorganh ationwividud): 26df I �A.ddress: �s - �� City/State/Zip: r Phone#: 7R9,3)-f- A718:aeniployerwith n employer?Check the appropriate box: Type of project(required): 1. a 4. ❑ I am a general contractor and I 6 ' employees(full andtorpart time).* have hired1he sub-contractors E]New construction 2.❑ I am a sole proprietor or partner- listed on the attached sheet.? 7. ❑Remodeling ship and'have no employees These sub-contractors have 8. ❑Demolition working for mein any capacity. workers'comp.insurance. 9. ❑Building addition [No workers'comp.insurance 5. ❑We are a corporation and its required.] officers have exercised their 10.�]Electrical repairs or additions 3.[] 1 am ahomeowlner doing allwork right of exemption per MGL 1LJ]Plumbing repairs or additions myself[No workers'comp. c.152,§1(4),and wehave no 12.❑Roof repairs insurance Mpire&]f employees.[No workers' 13.E Other insurance required.] *Any applic nt that chw1cs boot#1 must also fill out the section below showingtheir workers'c ompensation policy h onastion fi Homeowners who submitthis affidavit indicaftiho aie doing all work and then hire outside contractors must submit anew affidavit indicating such #Contractors that check this box must attached an additional sheet showing the name of the sub-contractors and their workers'comp.poIIcy Womation. lam an employer that isprovift workers'compensation insurmwefor vV employees Below is thepollcy and iob site informaflon. Insurance Company Name:. L1 Policy#or Self-ins.Lie. : 1 U3 '- 6r,�.61 Is BxpirationDate: Job Site Address: 01 , ' City/st"Zip: Attach a copy of the workers'compensation policy declaration page(showing the policy number and expiration date). Failure to secure coverage as requiredunder Section 25A of MGL o.152 can lead to the imposition of criminal penalties of a fine up to$1,500.00 and/or one-year imprisonment;as well as civil penalties in the form of a STOP WORK ORDER and a fine of up to$250.00 a day against the violator. Be advised that a copy of this statement may be forwarded to the Office of Investigations of the DTA.for insurance coverage verification. Xdo hereby ce ttf&under the d enalties of perlury that!lie infermation provided above is true andcorrect i afore• Date: /l Phone#• 7 19 Official use only. Do not write in Als area,to be completed by city or town official City or Town: PermitlUcense# Issuing Authority(circle one): 1.Board of Health 2.Building Department 3.City/Town Clerk 4.Electrical Inspector S.Plumbing Inspector 6.Other - - - I Contact Person: Phone#: DATE (MMIDD/YYY`� ACORU® CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE `. F11/07/2012 THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANdE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER,AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED,the policy(iss)must be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED,subject to the terms and conditions of the policy,certain policies may require an endorsement A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the PRODUCER holder in lieu of such endomement(s). CONTACT 08 NAME: PHNE NORTH ANDOVER INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. we ,, Ext): (978) 686-2266 FAX, Noy(978) 686-6410 E-MAILcfernandez@nafins.com M.J. FOSTER INSURANCE SERVICES ADDRESS: PRODUCER 163 MAIN STREET CUSTOMER In aRODDEN CARPENTRY NORTH ANDOVER MA 01845-2508 INSURER(S)AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC# INSURED INSURER A MRCHANTS INSURANCE GROUP 23329 RODDEN CARPENTRY INSURER B :TECHNOLOGY INSURANCE CO 47 PRESCOTT ST INSURER C INSURER O INSURER E NORTH ANDOVER MA 01845- 1 INSURER F : COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER: REVISION NUMBER: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. INSRLTR INSR WVD POLICY NUMBER POLICY EFF POLICY EXP LIMITS TYPE OF INSURANCE (MMIDD/YYYY) (MMIDDIYYYI� A GENERAL LIABILITY Y BORIO54995 2/01/2012 2/01/2013 EACH OCCURRENCE $ 1,000,000 X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY DAMAGE O RE NTED PREMISES Ea occurrence) $ 500,000 CLAIMS-MADE FxI OCCUR / / / / MED EXP(Any one person) $ 15,000 PERSONAL&ADV INJURY $ 1,000,000 GENERAL AGGREGATE $ 2,000,000 GEN IL AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: / / / / PRODUCTS-COMP/OP AGG $ 2,000,000 X POLICY PRO- LOC / / / / $ JECT A AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY KCA7015515 7/16/2012 7/16/2013 COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT $ 1,000,000 ANY AUTO (Ea accident) ALL OWNED AUTOS BODILY INJURY(Per person) $ BODILY INJURY(Per accident) $ X SCHEDULED AUTOS / / / / PROPERTY DAMAGE $ X HIRED AUTOS / / / / (Per accident) X NON-OWNED AUTOS / / / / $ $ UMBRELLA UAB EACH OCCURRENCE $ _ EXCESS LIAR CLAIMS-MADE / / / / AGGREGATE $ DEDUCTIBLE / / / / $ RETENTION $ / / / / $ B WORKERS COMPENSATION 3302016 1/01/2012 1/01/2013 X WC STATU- OTH- AND EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY Y/N TORY IM TS R ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNERIEXECUTIVE / / / / E.L EACH ACCIDENT $ 100,000 OF EXCLUDED? N/A (Mandatory in NH) / / / / E.L.DISEASE-EA EMPLOYE $ 10O 000 If yes,describe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below / / / / E.L.DISEASE-POLICY LIMIT $ 500,000 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS I LOCATIONS I VEHICLES (Attach ACORD 101, Additional Remarks Schedule, a nate space is required) CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER 120 MAIN STREET AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE NORTH ANDOVER MA 01845- ACORD 25(2009/09) ©1988-2009 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. INS025(200909) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD � I Massae usetts Home Improvement Sample Contract . I This form satisfies all basic requirements of the state's Home Improvement Contractor Law(MGL chapter 142A),but does not include standard ' language to protect homeowners ISeck legal advice if necessary. Any person planning home improvements should first obtain a copy of"A Massachusetts Consumer Guide to!-Rome Improvement"before agreeing to any work on your residence.You may obtain a free copy by calling the Office of Consumer Affairs and BLiness Regulation's Consumer Information Hotline at 617-973-8787 or 1-888-283-3757 or on our website. . Homeowner=brmation Contractor Information 'Name Comp ame �8 Street Address(do not use a Post Office Box address) Contractor alesperson/Owner e City/Town State I Zi Code Zip _ Business Address(must include a street address Da a Phone Evening PhoneCity/Town State Zip Co e Mailing Address(h different from above') : i Business Pho Federal Employer ID or S.S.Number I&I Ql • Home Improvement Contractor Rea.Number Expiration data I-nw requires that most home improvement contractors have a valid registration number The Contractor agrees to do the following work for the Homeowner: (Describe in detail the work to completed specifying the type,brand,and grade of materials to be used,use additional sheets if necessary) Required Permits-The followinglbuilding permits are required Proposed Start and Completion Schedule-The following schedule will and will be secured by the contractor:as the homeowner's agent: be adhered to unless circumstances beyond the contractor's control arise (Owners who secure their oven permits will be excluded from the Guaranty Fund provisions of Date when contractor will begin contracted work MGL chapter 142A.) i _Date when contracted work will be substantially completed. Total Contract Price and Paymefitl Schedule The Contractor agrees to perform the work,furnish the material and labor specified above for the total sum of (*) Payments will be made according to;the following schedule: li upon signing contract(not to exceed 1/3 of the total contract price or the cost of special order items,whichever is greater) $ by or upon completion of $ by //_ or upon completion of . I $ upon completion i the contract. (Law forbids demanding full payment until contract is completed to both party's satisfaction) The following material/equipment must be special $ to be paid for ordered before the contracted wohc begins in order to meet the completion schedule i(**) $ to be paid for NOTES:(*)Including all finance charges(**)Law requires that any depositor down-payment required by the contractor before work begins may not exceed the greater of I(a)one-third of the total contract price or(b)the actual cost of any special equipment or custom ma which must be special ordered in advance to meet the completion schedule. de material Ex ress warran it-Is an ex press varmntybeingpirovided b the contr ctor? ❑No Subcontractors-The contractor agrees to be solely responsible for completion of he work d scr bed regardless of the actions of any thud ontract parry/subcontractor utilized by the contractor. The contractor finther agrees to be solely responsible for all payments to all subcontractors for materials and labor under this a eement Contract Acceptance-Upon signing,this document becomes a binding contract under law. Unless otherwise noted within this document,the contract shall not imply that any lien!or other security interest has been placed on the residence. Review the following cautions and notices carefully before signing this contract.1 • Don't be pressured into si • going the contract.Take time to read and fully understand it. Ask questions if something is unclear. Malce sure the contractor has alvalid Home Im rovement Contractor Registration. The law requires most home improvement contractors and subcontractors to be registered'with the Director of Home Improvement Contractor Registration. You may inquire about contractor registration by writing to the Director at 10 Park Plaza,Room 5170,Boston,MA 02116 or by calling 617-973-8787 or 888-283-3757. C Does the contractor have insurance? Ask the Contractor for his insurance company information so that you can confirm coverage,or ask to see a copy of a"proof of insurance"document. • Know your rights and responsibilities. Read the Important Information on the reverse side of this form and get a copy of the Consumer Guide to the Home Improvement Contractor Law. . j You may cancel this agreement if it has been signed at a place other than the contractor's normal place of business,provided you notify the contractor in writing at his/her mainiofficc or branch office by ordinary mail posted,by telegram sent or by delivery,not later than midnight of the third business day following the sighing of this agreement. See the attached notice of cancellation form for an explanation of this right. DO NOT SIGI'I THIS CONTRACT IF THERE ART.ANY 13L SPACES!!! )TVb identical co%es fihe contract must:be completed and signed. one copy should go to the homeowner. The oth c y should be kept by the contractor. I j •�.. ..b-••--�— Hous o r s Sr- aiure Contractor's Signature Date Date � II Contractor Arbitration The Home Improvement Contractor Law provides homeowners with the right to initiate aniarbitration action(as an alternative to court action)if they have a dispute with a contractor. The same right is not automatically afforded to a contractor,however. The contractor would have to resolve any dispute he/she has with a homeowner in court unless both parties agree to the optional clause provided below. This clause would give the contractor the same right to arbitration as is afforded to the homeowner by the Home Improvement Contractor Law. i ! The contractor and the homeowner hereby mutually agree in advance that in the event the contractor has a dispute concerning this contract,the contractor may submit the dispute to a private arbitration firms which has been approved by the Secretary of the Executive Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation and the consumer shall be required to submit to such arbitration as provided In Massachusetts General Laws, chapter 142A. ! . Homeowner's Signature Contractor's Signature NOTICE:The signatures of the parties above apply only to the agreement of the parties toI alternative dispute resolution initiated by the contractor. The homeowner may initiate alternative dispute resolution even where this section is not separately signed by the parties. i Homeowner's Rights A homeowner's rights under the Home Improvement Contractor Law(MGL chapter 142AJ,and other consumer protection laws(i.e.MGL chapter 93A)may not be waived in any way,even by agreement.i However,homeowners may be excluded from certain rights if the contractor they choose is not properly registered as prescribed by law. Homeowners who secure their own building permits are automatically excluded from all Guaranty Fund provisions of the Home Improvement Contractor Law. The contractor is responsible for completing the work as described,in a timely and workmanlilce manner. Homeowners may be entitled to other specific legal rights if the contractor guarantees or provides an express warranty for workmanship or materials. In addition to gutarantees or warranties provided by the contractor,all goods sold in Massachusetts carry an implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. An enumeration of other matters on which the homeowner and contractor lawfully agree may be added to the terms of the contract as long as they do not restrict a homeowner's basic consumer rights. If you have questions about your consLuner/homeowner rights,contact the Consumer Information Hotline(listed below). Execution of Contract The contract must be executed in duplicate and should not be signed until a copy of all exluibits and referenced documents have been attached. Parties are also advised not to sign the document until all biank sections have been i filled in or marked as void,deleted, or not applicable. One original signed copy of the contract with attachments is to be given to the owner and the other Icept b the contractor. An modification to the ori inal contract must be in writing p Y Y g g and agreed to by both parties. Contracted work may not begin until both parties have receilued a fully executed copy of the contract,and the three day rescission period has expired. I Accelerated Payments A contractor may not demand payments in advance of the dates specified on the payment schedule in cases where the homeowner deems him/herself to be financially insecure. However,in instances where a contractor deems him/herself to be financially insecure,the contractor may require that the balance of fiends not yet duel be placed in a j oint escrow account as a prerequisite to continuing the contracted work. Withdrawal of funds from said account would require the signatures of both parties. Additional Information If you have general questions or need additional information about the Home Improve meriti Contractor Law or other consluner rights,or if you wish to obtain a free copy of "A Massachusetts Consumer Guide to Home Improvement" contact: Consumer Information Hotline Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation ! j 10 Park Plaza.,Room 5170,Boston,MA 02116 j I 617-973-8787, 888-283-3757 or visit the OCABR website at http://wwwAass.rov/ocabr/ If you want to verify the registration of a contractor or if you have questions or need additional information specifically about the contractor registration component of the Home Improvement Contractor Law,contact: Director of Home Improvement Contractor Registration Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation i 10 Park Plaza,Room 5170,Boston,MA 02116 i 617-973-8787, 888-283-3757 or visit the IHIC website at http://wwwjnass.aov/ocabr/ Go online to view the status of a Home Improvement Contractor's Registration: htp:Hdb.state.ma.i.is/homeimprovement/licenseelist.asp For assistance with informal mediation of disputes or to register formal complaints against a business,call: Consumer Complaint Section Office of the Attorney General 617-727-8400 AND/OR ; Better Business Bureau I 508-652-4800,508-755-2548 or 413-734-3114 j Version 2.1-11/22/2010 ii