City of Franklin, Board of Zoning Appeals 6-4-2026

The City of Franklin Board of Zoning Appeals held a meeting on June 4, 2026, primarily to consider a variance request related to a residential construction project at 129 Thompson Alley. The applicant sought approval to encroach up to 20 feet into the 40-foot rear setback due to unique site constraints, including a Middle Tennessee Electric overhead transmission line easement and a smaller lot size than current zoning requirements. Staff analyzed the request and recommended approval, finding that the encroachment would not harm the public good or the intent of the zoning ordinance. After a brief discussion and public comment period, the board unanimously approved the variance request, allowing the construction of a new single-family house with the specified setback encroachment.