Historical Commission denies Millett Cottage demolition
East Bridgewater Historical Commission votes to deny demolition of Millett Cottage. The Historical Commission voted 6-0 to deny a March 30 demolition permit application for the property at 54 Plymouth Street, designated as historically significant and located in the town's Common Historic District.
Historical Commission · Meeting of April 2, 2026
East Bridgewater Historical Commission votes to deny demolition of Millett Cottage. The Historical Commission voted 6-0 to deny a March 30 demolition permit application for the property at 54 Plymouth Street, designated as historically significant and located in the town's Common Historic District. The denial automatically triggers a 120-day delay under town bylaws.
Chair Dale R. Julius reported that both the Massachusetts Historical Commission and town administrator Charlie Selig have expressed concern about the proposed demolition, with the state recommending documentation of the property through written descriptions and photographs.
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Source: the Historical Commission meeting of April 2, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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