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Meeting Summary
The Franklin Municipal Planning Commission approved a 3-year vesting extension for the Middle 8 PUD (38 units, 3,000 sq ft commercial on 7.2 acres at 209 Old Liberty Pike) to allow the developer Trueland additional time amid difficult financial markets. The commission also approved revisions to the Hillcrest Hillside Overlay (HHO) boundaries for 202.6 acres at 354 Franklin Road, providing additional buffer protection for Ash Drive residents. Both items passed unanimously (7-0) with two commissioners absent.
Key Decisions (2)
Vesting Extension for Middle 8 PUD at 209 Old Liberty Pike
Resolution 2026-12 approved extending vested rights for the Middle 8 PUD subdivision for 3 years until 08/08/2029. The development plan includes 38 residential units at 191 units per acre and 3,000 square feet of non-residential space on 7.2 acres. Developer Trueland requested extension due to difficulty in financial markets. Site plan was approved October 2024 but no permits pulled yet.
HHO Boundary Revision at 354 Franklin Road
Ordinance 2025-54 approved revising the Hillcrest Hillside Overlay (HHO) district boundaries for 202.6 acres located South of Mack Hatcher Memorial Parkway and East of Franklin Road. The applicant revised the proposed HHO line to match the conservation design concept line, providing additional buffer to residential lots along Ash Drive. The HHO line now includes the historic stone wall on its north side.
Zoning Changes (1)
354 Franklin Road (South of Mack Hatcher Memorial Parkway and East of Franklin Road)
Greg Gamble (representative)
Development Activity (1)
Middle 8 PUD
38 residential units at 191 units per acre, 3,000 square feet of non-residential space on 7.2 acres. Modified parking standards: 1.02 spaces per studio, 1.02 per 1-bedroom, 1.89 per 2-bedroom, 2.76 per 3-bedroom.
Market Signals (2)
Sentiment
Developer Trueland cited 'difficulty in the financial markets' as reason for requesting vesting extension, indicating challenging conditions for multifamily development financing.
Housing Demand
Williamson County Association housing study presentation scheduled for April 28 BOMA work session, suggesting regional focus on housing policy and demand analysis.