Franklin Historic District Design Guidelines

DRAFT FRANKLIN HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGN GUIDELINES 225 chapter 13 Stucco An exterior finish, usually textured, composed of Portland cement, lime, sand, and water Surround An encircling border or decorative frame, usually at windows or doors Transom A horizontal opening (or bar) over a door or window Trim The decorative framing of openings and other features on a facade True Divided-Light Window A historic window profile that consists of multiple panes of glass separated by muntins Vernacular A regional form or adaptation of an architectural style Wall Dormer Dormer created by the upward extension of a wall and a breaking of the roofline Weatherboard Wood siding consisting of overlapping boards usually thicker at one edge than the other Zoning Ordinance The Franklin Zoning Ordinance as adopted by the City of Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen