Franklin Zoning Ordinance

23 394 Chapter Defined Terms DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS Franklin Zoning Ordinance Effective December 8, 2020 Tower Any structure that is designed and constructed primarily for the purpose of supporting one or more antennas for radio, telephone, and similar communications purposes, including self-supporting guyed towers, lattice towers, or monopole towers. The term includes cellular telephone towers, common-carrier towers, microwave towers, radio and television transmission towers, and the like. This term includes any alternative tower structures, such as man-made trees, bell steeples, clock towers, light poles and similarly designed mounting structures that camouflage or conceal the presence of antennas or towers. The term includes the structure and any support thereto. Townhouse (Building Type) The principal building type described as such in Section 6.6, Townhouse. Townhouse (Use Type) A type of residential use where the dwelling units are joined side-by-side and separated by shared walls. They have independent access to the exterior and generally have small yards. Traffic Calming Measure A natural or constructed feature located within or adjacent to a street that is designed to reduce motorist speed and/or vehicle volumes, while at the same time increasing safety for pedestrians and non-motorized vehicles. Traffic Impact Study An analysis of the effect of traffic generated by a proposed development or redevelopment on street capacity, operations, and public safety. Trail An access way, whether paved or unpaved, that is intended to serve multiple modes of travel including walking, jogging, bicycling, or other forms of non-motorized transport. Transitional Features Architectural elements or site aspects that provide a compatible transition between land uses, subdivisions, sites, lots, or structures throughout the City. Transportation and Street Technical Standards The transportation design requirements that present a comprehensive approach to designing new and modified streets within the City of Franklin. Travel Lane Portions of a public or private street, internal drive, or drive aisle intended solely for the movement of vehicles, not parking or standing. Tree Bank A fund as described in Subsection 17.2.8, Tree Bank. Tree Pit Pervious areas within a sidewalk, plaza, or other impervious surface that have been designated for the growth of street tree roots. Tree pits may or may not be covered by a grate