Franklin Historic District Design Guidelines

DRAFT FRANKLIN HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGN GUIDELINES 208 Franklin’s Historic Resources Historic District Architectural Styles Italianate style, ca. 1840-1885 Distinguishing Characteristics Plan Square, rectangular, or asymmetrical Roof Generally hipped, sometimes gabled Chimney Generally interior Entrance Paired or single doors, oftenwith a large glass pane; rectangular, arched, or segmentally arched; elaborate crowning Windows Rectangular or arched, elaborate crowns, often grouped Materials Brick or wood sided Porches Common, simply designed, often small Details Dentils and braces in eaves, crowns at openings