70 Commercial St

Historic District Survey information for 70 Commercial St

Architectural Description: This is a 1-1/2 story, 3-bay sidehall cottage with side ell. A brick ridge chimney and two gable dormers are located in the side ell; wood cornice; skylights in west roof slope. There are 2 entrances on the primary facade, each with panel doors, fanlights and storms, and also with flat door hoods and end brackets. Fenestration includes two flat-roofed square bays with brackets (one in gable front section; one on side ell); 2/2 DHS windows in most of building; most were replaced in 2004. Wood deck (modern) along front; At the time of field survey in 2004, the eastern facade was covered in tar paper - under construction. The rear portion is clad in wood shingles and has 1/1 DHS with inoperable shutters. A wooden exterior stair leads to a 2nd-story deck. Access to building at this second story is via a sliding glass door. One round 3/3 DHS wheel window.

Historical Narrative: Currently undergoing renovations.

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

 (Mass. Historical Commission Form B)