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Franklin rejects rezoning request on South Liberty Pike after council voices transition concerns

Board of Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Franklin, Tennessee · January 14, 2026
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Summary

The board voted unanimously to disapprove rezoning two parcels on South Liberty Pike to RC‑4 (allowing four stories), citing concerns about residential transition, power‑line easements and neighborhood compatibility despite applicant testimony about site constraints limiting practical heights.

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted Jan. 13 to disapprove a rezoning request that would have changed 16.81 acres on South Liberty Pike (addresses 1211 and 1217 Liberty Pike) from General Office to Regional Commerce RC‑4, which would allow up to four stories.

Adam Kronk, engineer for property owner Ray Morris, told the board he…

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