Franklin Zoning Ordinance

23 348 Chapter Defined Terms DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS Franklin Zoning Ordinance Effective December 30, 2019 of construction materials in a permanent position and fastened in a permanent manner. Where excavation, demolition or removal of an existing building has been substantially begun prior to rebuilding, such excavation, demolition or removal shall be deemed to be construction; provided, that work shall be carried on diligently and complies with all applicable requirements. Continuum of Care Facilities A facility providing one or any combination of assisted living, nursing home, or skilled nursing for the elderly or for other individuals incapacitated in some manner for medical reasons, as determined and licensed and/ or certified by the Tennessee Department of Health, Board of Licensing Health Care Facilities. Included in this definition are homes for the aged, as defined by T.C.A. § 68-11-201. Continuumof care facilities may include a small amount of age-restricted independent living as part of the overall continuum of care. Convenience Sign A type of sign described as such in Section 15.6, Convenience Sign. Copy Area The smallest geometric shape that encloses all graphics, letters, and logos of the sign face. Corner Lot A lot located at the intersection of two streets that has frontage on each street. Each street frontage is considered a front lot line. Cornice A horizontal member, structural or nonstructural, of any building, projecting outward from the top of exterior walls, including eaves and other roof overhang. Correctional Facilities A facility for the detention, confinement, treatment or rehabilitation of persons arrested or convicted for the violation of criminal law. Such facilities include an adult detention center, juvenile delinquency center, jail, and prison. These facilities house prisoners who are in the custody of City or county law enforcement and are typically government-owned. Courtyard The type of open space described as such in Section 11.7, Courtyard. Critical Lot An individual lot in a recorded subdivision that requires a more detailed review prior to the issuanceof abuildingpermit due to topography,