Themes Goals Recommendations Priority Timeframe Create a public digital inventory of historic cemeteries for their preservation management. Foundational Mid-Term Explore opportunities with conservation easements to preserve farmland at risk of future development. Strategic Mid-Term Identify and preserve existing historical and archaeological resources along the Harpeth River corridor. Strategic Mid-Term Expand public access to the Harpeth River Corridor to allow for passive recreational opportunities. Transformational Long-Term Develop funding strategies for archaeological investigations. Strategic Mid-Term Expand the inventory of known archaeological sites and resources. Strategic Mid-Term Amend Franklin's existing Archaeological Ordinance. Foundational Mid-Term Study the potential for creating an Archaeology Overlay Zone. Foundational Mid-Term Conserving Cultural Landscapes 1. Identify and preserve Franklin's cultural landscapes. 2. Preserve historical and cultural resources along the Harpeth River corridor while facilitating recreational uses. 3. Protect and preserve archaeological sites against potential development threats. Themes Goals Recommendations Priority Timeframe Establish a preservation and affordability-focused revolving loan fund. Transformational Long-Term Establish a Community Land Trust to preserve long-term affordability in older and historic neighborhoods. Transformational Long-Term Refine Franklin's Zoning Ordinance requirements for infill development in Central Franklin. Strategic Mid-Term Use zoning and conservation easements to better protect the established character of historic estates. Strategic Mid-Term Promote Neighborhood Conservation Overlays (NCOs). Foundational Near-Term Implement character-sensitive streetscape improvements. Strategic Mid-Term Define gateways into historic districts. Strategic Mid-Term Prioritize filling sidewalk gaps within or near historic districts. Strategic Long-Term Identify and prioritize defining landscapes. Foundational Near-Term Protect key viewsheds to historic and cultural resources. Transformational Long-Term Expand land conservation efforts through strategic partnerships. Strategic Mid-Term 1. Facilitate the acquisition, rehabilitation, and affordable resale of older and historic homes. Protecting Community Character 2. Encourage a contextdriven approach to infill development that protects community character. 3. Strengthen streetscapes as a defining component of Franklin's historic character and pedestrian experience. 4. Preserve open spaces and landscapes that contribute to Franklin's historic setting and identity. 184 FRANKLIN, TN | PRESERVATION PLAN
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