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Franklin council adopts permit-fee hikes averaging about 9% effective Jan. 1, 2026
Summary
Council approved ordinances updating building, plumbing and electrical/HVAC permit fees to reflect an average 9% increase tied to the consumer price index and comparable municipal rates; some language clarifications were requested before final implementation.
The City of Franklin Common Council on Dec. 2 approved three ordinances to revise the city's building, plumbing and electrical/HVAC permit-fee schedules. City staff said the changes — if approved — would take effect Jan. 1, 2026.
The permitting director told the council the fee package was developed with the finance director and calibrated to the consumer price index and surrounding…
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