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City project to rehabilitate Harlinsdale worker houses advances with design guidance

Franklin City Design Review Committee (subcommittee of the Historic Zoning Commission) · February 18, 2026
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Summary

City and 906 Studio presented plans to rehabilitate two worker houses at Harlinsdale Farm for reuse as a welcome center and staff space. Staff and commissioners urged in‑kind repairs, careful window replication, simple porch/rail designs, and further structural assessment for foundation repair; applicants said they will pursue structural engineering and preserve materials where feasible.

Brandon Pretty of 906 Studio presented rehabilitation plans for two historic worker houses at Harlinsdale Farm, proposed for restoration to serve as a welcome center and small on‑site staff space.

Staff said the project is a city parks department initiative and described repairs: in‑kind wood siding repair, replacement…

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