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Board allows temporary sidewalk lift for facade repairs at Lyman's Building
Summary
The Franklin Board granted permission for a small lift to be placed on the North Main Street sidewalk for up to three days (weather dependent) to repair the north façade of 2 East Jefferson Street (Lyman's Building), on condition the contractor coordinates with city staff and minimizes sidewalk blockage.
The Board approved a request allowing a contractor to place a small lift on the North Main Street sidewalk to access and repair the north façade of 2 East Jefferson Street (Lyman's Building). The work was described as a two- to three-day job, weather dependent, and the lift dimensions provided at the meeting were 48 inches wide by 8 feet long; staff said the lift would not permanently or fully block the sidewalk.
Board members clarified that permission from the city is required when the right-of-way is used, even if a separate permit is not always required. Staff recommended the contractor coordinate with planning and zoning and communicate any schedule changes to the city so complaints can be managed and ADA access maintained. The board approved the request by voice vote and asked staff to ensure the work is scheduled to minimize impacts to pedestrians and to maintain a record of the permission.
