Franklin Historic District Design Guidelines

DRAFT FRANKLIN HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGN GUIDELINES 18 introduction  and modern features. The goal of these Chapters are to ensure that site and setting changes are respectful to the context of the building, its setting, and the surrounding historic district. Part of the HZC responsibility for locally designated historic districts is careful review of demolition and relocation requests for historic structures. Chapter 10 provides guidance for which to consider these requests and are limited to extraordinary circumstances. Chapter 11 contains descriptions of Franklin’s locally and nationally designated historic districts and landmarks. This Chapter also includes an overview of key architectural styles typically found within Franklin’s historic districts. Chapter 12 contains the glossary for definitions of words used throughout the Guidelines. When a word is not defined in the glossary, any nationally accepted English dictionary may be used to obtain the definition. Relationship to Other City Policies The Guidelines reflect the City’s goal to preserve its historic resources while promoting economic development. The Guidelines help to implement the broad policy and regulations of several City documents, including Envision Franklin, the Preservation Plan, the Franklin Zoning Ordinance, and the Franklin Parks Master Plan. The Guidelines may be periodically updated as other City policies and ordinances are updated to ensure consistency.