556 Commercial St

Historic District Survey information for 556 Commercial St

Architectural Description: 556 Commercial St. is a 1-story cottage with a large 2-story addition; rear 2-story section and end connection create a U-shaped plan; 1-story section near Commercial Street has cross-gable roof sheathed in wood shingles; exterior is clad in wood shingles; fenestration includes 6/6 DHS and multi-light windows, all with storms; left gable end has central entry with flanking DHS windows; large brick chimney at roof ridge near gable end. The 2-story section has a side-gable roof sheathed in wood shingles; gable wall dormer and large shed dormer; exterior is clad in wood shingles and aluminum siding; irregular fenestration includes 6/6 vinyl DHS; secondary entrance located on right side.

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Commercial Street (Provincetown, Mass.), Dwellings, and Historic Districts--Massachusetts--Provincetown

 (Mass. Historical Commission Form B)