Franklin Zoning Ordinance

23 346 Chapter Defined Terms DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS Franklin Zoning Ordinance Effective December 30, 2019 Cap The structural elements, design features, and materials associated with the top floor or top edge of the building to differentiate it from the middle and create a visual end to the building. Carport A roofed structure not more than 75 percent enclosed by walls and attached to or near the principal building that is provided for the purpose of sheltering one or more vehicles. Cemeteries Land used or intended to be used for burying the remains of human dead and dedicated for cemetery purposes, includingmausoleums and mortuaries when operated in conjunction with and within the boundaries of the cemetery. Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) A document approvingwork on local landmarks or properties in Franklin’s Historic Preservation Overlay District based on the Franklin Historic District Design Guidelines. Certificate of Occupancy The final permit or authorization issued by the City allowing occupancy or use of a building, certifying that the building has been constructed in accordance with all applicable requirements. Certified Arborist A certified arborist shall mean any International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist, ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, or current member of the American Society of Consulting Arborists. Change of Use The act of replacing a use in favor of another use. Charitable, Fraternal, or Social Organizations A facility for administrative, meeting, or social purposes for aprivateor nonprofit organization, primarily for use by administrative personnel, members, and guests. City Website The City of Franklin official website, www. franklintn.gov. Civic and Institutional Uses The classification of those principal uses as listed under that heading in Subsection 5.1.3, Permitted Principal Uses by Zoning District. Civic Building The principal building type described as such in Section 6.10, Civic Building. Clinic An establishment providing therapeutic, preventative, or corrective medical treatment or health care services. Activities include health care appointments, medical procedures, surgical procedures, emergency treatment, diagnostic services, walk-in medical services, and other health-related care. Services are provided on an outpatient basis, generally requiring a stay of less than 24 hours.