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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBuilding Permit #359-14 - 217 WAVERLY ROAD 10/17/2013 l ` { TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER APPLICATION FOR PLAN EXAMINATION Permit NO: 1 Date Received iDate Issued: ID i( IMPORTANT: Applicant must complete all items on this page LOCATION r_ C)a Uer 6'v _ e � _ — - _ - Pr t PROPERTY OWNER Print loo Year Old Structure yes no MAP NO: PARCEL ZONING DISTRICT: ;Historic District ye . no Machine Shop Village ye no TYPE OF IMPROVEMENT PROPOSED USE Residential Non- Residential ❑ New Building KOne family ❑Addition ❑Two or more family ❑ Industrial ❑Alteration No. of units: ❑ Commercial repair, replacement ❑Assessory Bldg ❑ Others: ❑ Demolition ❑ Other Septic ❑Well ❑ Floodplain q Wetlands ❑ Watershed District 0 Water/Sewer DESCRIPTION OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED: dentific tion Please Type or Print Clearly) Y) OWNER: Name: X \1 ll<h d Phone: 97POA Address: a' �e g, J , CONTRACTOR Name: +..J�r �l�l r Phone: Add ress:�2- myl* .C !; 4 ,4e Supervisor's Construction`License: Exp. Date: Home Improvement License: �a � Exp. Date:s,-a ,. �11 ARCHITECT/ENGINEER Phone: Address: Reg. No. FEE SCHEDULE:BULDING PERMIT:$12.00 PER$1000.00 OF THE TOTAL ESTIMATED COST BASED ON$125.00 PER S.F. Total Project Cost: $ ®® FEE: $ Check No.: Receipt No.: 31)-00 NOTE: Persons con'tr cting with unregistered contractors do not have access to the guarantyfund Signature of AgentlOwner,. Slgafure.of contractor, Plans Submitted 17J Plans Waived ❑ Certified Plot Plan ❑ Stamped Plans ❑ Plans Submitted❑ Plans Waived❑ Certified Plot Plan ❑ Stamped Plans ❑ -TYPE_OF=-SEWERAGEDISP_OSAL Public Sewer ❑ Tanning/MassageBodyArt ❑ .. 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 I -CONSERVATION Reviewed on Signature COMMENTS HEALTH Reviewed on Signature s 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 To` is Engineer: Signature: -- Located 384 Osgood Street FIRE DEPARTMENT - Temp Dumpster on site yes no Located at 124 Mair; Street Fire Depai�trne►it signature/date`' + _- �, COMMENTS s 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 service drop requires approval of Electrical Inspector Yes No DANGER ZONE LITERATURE: Yes No MGL-Chapter 166.Section 21A=F and G min.$100-$1000 fine NOTES and DATA— (For department use I' ® Notified for pickup - Date Doc.Building Permit Revised 2010 1 F Building Department The foliswing is`a`list of the required forms to be filled out-for the appropriate permit to be obtained. Roofing, Siding, Interior Rehabilitation Permits o Building Permit Application o Workers Comp Affidavit o Photo Copy Of H.I.C. And/Or C.S.L. Licenses o Copy of Contract ❑ Floor Plan Or Proposed Interior Work o 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 o Certified Surveyed Plot Plan o Workers Comp Affidavit o 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 NOTE: All dumpster permits require sign off from Fire Department prior to issuance of Bldg Permit New Construction (Single and Two Family) ❑ Building Permit Application o Certified Proposed Plot Plan o Photo of H.I.C. And C.S.L. Licenses o Workers Comp Affidavit o Two Sets of Building Plans (One To Be Returned) to Include Sprinkler Plan And Hydraulic Calculations (If Applicable) Li Copy of Contract ❑ Mass check Energy Compliance Report ❑ Engineering Affidavits for Engineered products NOTE: All dumpster permits require sign off from Fire Department prior to issuance of Bldg Permit In all cans if a variance or special permit was required the Town Clerks office must stamp the decision from the Board of Appeals that the apw-al period is over. The applicant must then get this recorded at the Registry of Deeds. One copy and proof of recording must be subm-tted with the building application Doc: Doe.Building Permit Revised 2012 . Location No. Date ) e - TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER Certificate of Occupancy $� Building/Frame Permit Fee $ t� of Foundation Permit Fee $ Other Permit Fee $ to TOTAL $ Check# 27003 Building Inspector ACCORhIP CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE DATE(MM/DDIYYYY) 05/22/2013 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 INSURANCE 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(ies) 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 certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). PRODUCER 02025-001 CONTACT NAME: Degnan Insurance Agency Inc PVH�Nn o,Ext): (978)688-4474 Fes.No.: (978)327-6558 85 Salem Street EMAIL Lawrence,MA 01843 ADDRESS: —INSURERS l AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC# INSURED INSURER4, A.I.M.Mutual Insurance Company 33758 James Debrecini INSURER B, Family Roofing&Painting INSURER C., 2 Tanager Way Londonderry,NH 03053 INSURER D: INSURER E, 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 CEnTI,ICATc ;v',A' 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. ILTR TYPE OF INSURANCE INSR WVBD POLICY NUMBER POLICY EFF .POLICY EXP (MM/DD/YYW MM/DD/YYYY LIMITS GENERAL LIABILITY EACH OCCURRENCE $ COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY DAMAGE TO RENTED $ PREMISES Ea occurrence CLAIMS-MADE OCCUR MED EXP(Any one person) $ PERSONAL&ADV INJURY $ GENERAL AGGREGATE $ I EN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: PRODUCTS-COMP/OP AGG $ OLICY RO- OC ECT AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT $ Ea accident ANY AUTO — ALL OWNED J SCHEDULED BODILY INJURY(Per person) $ __ AUTOS AUTOS BODILY INJURY(Per accident) $ HIRED AUTOS NON-OWNED PROPERTYDAMAGE AUTOS Per accident $ $ ;DED LLA LIAB OCCUR EACH OCCURRENCE $ LIAB CLAIMS MADE AGGREGATE $ RETENTION $ $ WORKERS CApMP NSATI N TORY LIMITS ER AND EMPLOYERS�LIABILQTY X W TA O H- ANY PROoPRIETIo R/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE Y/N A OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED? a NIA AWC-400-7025900-2013A E.L.EACH ACCIDENT $ 100,000 (Mandatory to NH) 5/11/2013 5/11/2014 i �n E.L.DISEASE-EA EMPLOYEE $ 100,000 k1gyCRIP�ION VF OPERATIONS below E.L.DISEASE-POLICY LIMIT $ 500,000 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS I LOCATIONS/VEHICLES(Attach ACORD 101,Additional Remarks.Schedule,if more space is required) The workers compensation policy does.not provide coverage for James Debrecini CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION Great Woods Post&Beam Co.lnc 253 Low Street SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE Newburyport,MA 01950 THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL_ BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ©1988-2010 ACORD CORPORATION.All rights reserved. ACORD 25(2010/05) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD 1assBchusetts-Department of Public Safety Ii Board of Bujiding Regulations and Standards C.'onstructiowS-upon icor Speci;altr License: CSSL-099685 r 1 JAMES J DEB19CENI f -r 2 TANAGER*AY#��n LONDONDERRY NH 03053 JJ t 7'ttt Expiration `.t CommissionertiU6/2013 ' . ✓/ze -�o�n�i�wouuea/� o�✓�,craaaelu�eel7o S` -\ Office 6.f:4ajnsumer affairs&Business Regulat zm _ HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR Registration: 4=122385 Type: Expiration: 8/26/2014 DBA *J& WEATHERSEAL'+ JAMES DEB REGENIF_�e - 2 TANAGER WAY ' LONDONDERRY,NH t Undersecretary !1 The Commonwealth of Massachusetts " Department of IndustrialAccidents Office of Investigations 600 Washington.Street Boston,MA.02111 www.massgov/dia Workers' Compensation Insurance Affidavit:Builders/ContrcactorsfElectricians/Plumbers Applicant Information Please Print Lealbly Name(Business/Organi'zationffndividual): J, /P 4 eArL`��'�/l/ Address: /GflCS G� City/State/Zip:/Z ef_24 Phone#: Are p"11 employer?Check the appropriate box: Type of project(required): I.El I am a employer with 4. ❑ I am a general contractor and I 6. ❑New construction employees(full and/or part-time).* have hired the sub-contractors 2.El am a sole proprietor orpartner- listed on the attached sheet. �• ❑Remodeling ship and'have no employees These sub-contractors have 8. ❑Demolition working for me in any capacityworkers'comp.insurance. 9. El Building addition [No workers'comp.insurance 5. [] We are a corporation and its required.] officers have exercised their 10.❑Electrical repairs or additions 3.El am a homeowner,.doing all work right of exemption per MGL I LEI Plum repairs or additions myself. [No workers'comp. c. 152,§1(4),and we have no 12 oof repairs insurance required.] employees.[No workers' q �- 13.[1Other comp.insurance required.] 'Any applicant that checks box 41 must also fill out the section below showing their workers'compensation policy information. T Homeowners who submit this affidavit indicating they aie doing all work and then hire outside contractors must submit a new affidavit indicating such. tContractors that check this box must attached an additional sheet showing the name of the sub-contractors and their workers'comp.policy information. I am an employer that is providing workers'compensation insurance for my employees. Below is the policy and job site information. Insurance Company Name:. y�ll r� `, f Policy#or S elf-ins.Lie.#: #W(f� y��^�D��a�pf //tExpiratioa Date: l Job Site Address City/State/Zip: Attach a copy of the workers'compensation-policy declaration page(showing the policy number and expiration date). Failure to secure coverage as xequiredunder Section 25A of MGL c.152 can lead to the imposition of criminal penalties of a fine up to$1,500.00 and/or oner-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 maybe forwarded to the Office of Investigations of the DTA for insurance coverage verification. I do hereby certify under t aim and penaltfe`f perjury that the information provided ab Ove is true and correct - Signature: �j Date: Phone#: Official use only. Do not write in this area,to be completed by city or town official. City or Town: Permit/License# Issuing Authority(circle one): 1.Board of Health 2.Building Department 3.City/Town Clerk 4.Electrical Inspector s.Plumbing Inspector 6.Other - - -Ph nn a#- i Information and Instructions Massachusetts General Laws chapter 152 requires all employers to provide workers'compensation for their employees. Pursuant to this statute,an employee is defined as"...every person in the service of another under any contract ofhire, express or implied,oral or.written." An employeY is defined as"an individual,partnership,association,corporation or other legal entity,or any two or more of the foregoing engaged in a joint enterprise,and including the legal representatives of a deceased employer,or the receiver or trustee of an individual,partnership,association or other legal entity,employing employees. However the owner of a dwelling house having not more than three apartments and who resides therein,or the occupant of the dwelling house of another who employs persons to do maintenance,construction or repair work on such dwelling house or on the grounds or building appurtenant thereto shall not because of such employment be deemed to be an employer.,, MGL chapter 152,§25C(6)also states that"every state or local lie-ensing agency shall withhold the issuance or renewal of a license or permit to operate a business or to construct buildings in the commonwealth for any applicant who has not produced-acceptable evidence of compliance with the insurance coverage required." Additionally,MGL chapter 152,§25C(7)states"Neither the commonwealth nor any of its political subdivisions shall enter into any contract for the performance of public work until acceptable evidence of compliance with the insurance requirements of this chapter have been presented to the contracting authority." Applicants Please fill out the workers'compensation affidavit completely,by checking the boxes that apply to your situation and,if necessary,supply sub-contractors)name(s),address(es)and phone number(s)along with their certificate(s)of insurance. Limited Liability Companies(LLC)or Limited Liability Partnerships(LLP)with no employees other than the members or partners,are not required to carry workers'compensation insurance. If an LLC or LLP does have employees,a policy is required. Be advised that this affidavit maybe submitted to the Department of Industrial Accidents for confirmation of insurance coverage. Also be sure to sign and date the affidavit. The affidavit should be retumed to the city or town that the application for the permit or license is being requested,not the Department of Industrial Accidents. Should you have any questions regarding the law or if you are required to obtain a workers' compensation policy,please call the Department at the number listed below. Self-insured companies should enter their self-insurance license number onthe appropriate Eno. City or Town Officials Please be sure that the affidavit is complete and printed legibly. The Department has provided a space at the bottom of the affidavit for you to fill out in the event the Office of Investigations has to contact you regarding the applicant. Please be sure to fill in the permit/license number which will be used as a reference number. In addition,an applicant that must submit multiple permit/license applications an any given year,need only-'submit one affidavit indicating current Policy information(ifnecessary)and under"Job Site Address"the applicant should write"all locations in (city or town)."A copy of the affidavit that has been officially stamped or marked by the city or town may be provided to the applicant as proof that a valid affidavit is on file for future permits or licenses. A new affidavit must be filled out each year.Where a homeowner or citizen is obtaining a license or permit not related to any business or commercial venture (i.e.a dog license or permit to burn leaves etc.)said person is NOT required to complete this affidavit. The Office of investigations would like to thank you in advance for your cooperation and should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give us a call. The Department's address,telephone and fax number: Tho CoWmojiwealt� o MassachvsPtts ' Depafteut of Itidustdal Accidents Office ofIimstigatiol.s 600 Washii7gton.Street Boston} 021 Z x TQ1,#617-727-4900 @xt 406o-l.-877-MASSAFE Revised 5-26-05 Fax#617-727-7749 168 Maple Street James Debreceni Methuen,MA 01844 LIC#99685 (978)683-5127 FAMILY HIC#122385 t { ROOFERS & PAINTERS Bill To: r Address: �� g0 6 �C"'C9-17 ) q � Phone: 151b ,e � V" ALL WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED 10 YEARS r ESTIMATE INITIAL DEPOSIT 1ST PAYMENT [] 2ND PAYMENT ] FINAL PAYMENT ��� NORTH T( w- i f t&ndover O " - 0 No. - ��Mf h , ver, Mass, coc"Ic"aw1c� y1' �,9 A�R�TED POP C2 S u BOARD OF HEALTH Food/Kitchen PERMIT T LD Septic System THIS CERTIFIES THAT V.ta.ict rt.d A................................................... BUILDING INSPECTOR has permission to erect buildings on .a.r.;...... . a'AWIN. Foundation . . Rough to be occupied as .......... .. ......a ......� ..... ...4he .�r .... /. .�. Chimney provided that the person acce thI this permit shall in eve res t con the terms of the li p p p g p Pp Final on file in this office, and to the provisions of the Codes and By-Laws gelatin 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 MONTHS ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR UNLESS CONSTRUC N 9WRTS Rough Service .......... ............. ....................................... Final BUILDING INSPECTOR 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. Smoke Det. SEE REVERSE SIDE Massachusetts Home Improvement SamgDle Contract 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. Seek legal advice if necessary. Any person planning home improvements should first obtain.a copy of Massachusetts Consumer Guide to Home Improvement"before agreeing to any work "A on your residence.You may obtain a free copy by calling the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation's Consumer Information Hotline at 617-973-8787 or 1-888-283-3757 or on our website. Homeowner Xnformation Contractor Information Name /`1Cs=f Com nyName ' Street Address(do not use a Post OPcetBox address) Contractor/Salesperson/Owner IN �� 4 City/Town State Zip Code Bpsiness Address(must includes a street address) D'a ime Phone YE Evening Phone CiWfown State Zip Code Mailing Address(It different from above) Business Phone(p Federal Employer M or S.S.Number j Home ImprovementContmctorReg:Number Expiration date Law requires that mostiiome improvement validregistration torsumbo have r, � e a valid registration nnmhcr �/X The Contractor agrees to do the following worIc 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 necessarv) Required Permits-The following building 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 own permits will be excluded from the Guaranty Fund provisions of &6' D Date when contractor will begin contracted work. I 1VfGlL chapter 142A.) i Date when contracted work will be substantially completed. Total Contract Price and Payment Schedule I. The Contractor agrees to perform the work,fiunish the material and labor specified above for the total sum of: Payments will be made according to the following schedule: I $ 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 Upon completion of 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 work begins gm order to meet the completion schedule.(**) $ to be paid for NOTES:(*)Including all finance charges Q*'*)Law requires that any deposit or down-payment required by the contractor before work begins may not exceed the greater of(a)one-third of the total contract price or(b)the actual cost of any special equipment or custom made material which must be special ordered in advance to meet the completion schedule. E Warranty-Is an express w irranty being provided by the contractor? ❑No R a(iii terms of the warranty must belthtched to the contract) Subcontractors The contractor agrees to be solely responsible for completion of the work described regardless of the actions of any third party/subcontractor utilized by the contractor. The contractor further agrees to be solely responsible for all payments to all subcontractors for materials and laborunderthis apr6ement 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. o Don't be pressured into signing the contract.Take time to read and fully understand it. Ask questions if something is unclear., C Make sure the contractor has a valid Home Im rovement Contractor Registration. The law requires most home improvement contractors and subcontractors to be registered with the Director ofHome 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. o 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. o 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. 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 main office or branch office by ordinary mail posted,by telegram sent or delivery, third business da following Ye l not later than fiht y �wmg tllo signing of this agreement. Seethe attached notice of cancellation form for an midnight ofthe explanation of this right. DO NOYSIGN TBIS CONTRACT IF THERE ARE ANY BLANK SPACES!!! Two identical copies of the contract must be completed and signed One copy should go to the homeowner. The other sltotddbe lcept by the contractor. t Home Br's Signature 4COnatole's—Sign—ature 'Date ' Date . Contractor Arbitration The Home?improvement Contractor Law provides homeowners with the right to initiate an arbitration 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 world give the contractor the same right to arbitration as is afforded to the homeowner by the Home Improvement Contractor Law. The contractor and the homeowner herebymutually agree in advance that in the event the contractor has a dispute Y �' p concerning this contract;the contractor may submit the dispute to a private arbitration fir-m 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 arbitratio as provided In Massachusetts General Laws,chapter 142 Home er's Signature CoAractofs Signature NOTICE: The signatures of the parties above apply only-to the agreement of the parties to 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. Homeowner's Rights A homeowner's rights under the Home Improvement Contractor Law(MGL chapter 142A)and other consumer protection laws(i.e.MGL chapter 93A)may not be waived in any way, even by agreement. 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 worlamnlilce 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 guarantees 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 consumer/homeowner rights, contact the Consumer Information Hotline(listed below). Executioii of Contract The contract must be executed in duplicate and should not be signed until a copy of all exhibits and referenced doctumnts have been attached. Parties are also advised not to sign the document until all blanc sections have been 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 kept by the contractor. Any modification to the.original contract must be in writing and agreed to by both parties. Contracted work may not begin until both parties have received a filly executed copy of rue uoauact, ,Md the three day rescission pe6bdlaas expired.. 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 funds not yet due be placed in a j oint escrow account as a prerequisite to continuing the contracted work. Withdrawal of fiends from said account world require the signatures of both parties. Additional Information .If you have general questions or need additional information about the Home Improvement Contractor Law or other consumer rights, or if you wish to obtain a free copy of "A Massachusetts Consumer Guide to Home Improvement" contact:i i Consumer Information Hotline Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation 10 Park Plaza,Room 5170,Boston,MA 02116 617-973-8787, 888-283-3757 or visit the OCABR website at hM://www.mass.gov/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 16 Park Plaza,Room 5170,Boston,MA 02116 617-973-8787, 888-283-3757 or visit the HIC website at bM://www.tnass.gov/ocabr/ Go online to view the status of a Home Improvement Contractor's Registration: . hitt)-//dy.state.ma.us/li.oineimprovement/licenseelist.asb 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 508-652-4800,508-755-2548 or 413-734-3114 Version 2.1-11/22/2010