Franklin Historic Preservation Advisory Committee Debates Firehouse Addition and Church Accessibility Projects

Overview: The Franklin Township Historic Preservation Advisory Committee convened to discuss multiple applications, including a controversial proposal for an addition to the Milstone Valley Fire Department, a project to improve accessibility at the Kingston Presbyterian Church, and various residential restorations.

Franklin Committee Approves McDonald’s and School Building Renovations

Overview: The Franklin Historic Preservation Advisory Committee recently approved several applications, including significant architectural changes to a local McDonald’s and the construction of a multi-purpose building at a school. These approvals mark notable changes within the community’s landscape and were among the topics discussed at the meeting.

Franklin Committee Discusses New Development at Former Kmart Site

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Franklin Historic Preservation Advisory Committee delved into a review of a proposed 200-unit residential building project at the former Kmart location on Easton Avenue. The project, aimed at active adults, sparked discussions centered around its architectural design, landscaping, visual impact, and integration with the historic district. With no public comments presented, the committee’s dialogue with the developers became the meeting’s focal point, addressing concerns and suggesting potential improvements to ensure the project aligns with the community’s historical and aesthetic values.

Historic Franklin Schoolhouse Roof at Risk of Collapse

Overview: The Franklin Township Historic Preservation Advisory Committee’s recent meeting highlighted the issue of a historic schoolhouse’s roof at risk of collapse, among discussions on property modifications and concerns over maintaining the township’s heritage. The committee’s focus on immediate and future preservation underscored the importance of safeguarding Franklin’s historical structures.

Franklin Township Discusses Historic Preservation and District Boundaries

Overview: The Franklin Township Historic Preservation Advisory Committee convened recently to address several issues surrounding the preservation and oversight of historic structures and districts. Among the topics discussed, the most significant involved the ongoing debate about the definition and boundaries of historic districts, particularly the East Avenue Corridor, and the need for administrative approval for changes to historic properties.