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Courthouse fencing design gets mixed reactions; staff asks for material details and return if administrative approval not suitable

Franklin Historic Zoning Commission · January 21, 2026
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Summary

Williamson County's proposed security perimeter for the courthouse parking area (brick piers, wood privacy panels, metal gates) drew support for security but commissioners urged more monumental materials (brick/stone caps, limestone) because of the civic setting and asked for additional details before agreeing to administrative approval.

James Denny Jr. presented a security fencing concept for the rear parking area at the Williamson County Courthouse on 4th Avenue South: brick base and posts with western red cedar privacy panels and metal vehicular/pedestrian gates. Denny emphasized placement more than 20 feet behind the front façade and that the pedestrian and vehicular gates are secure openings; he clarified that the pedestrian graphic shown is intended as a…

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