Franklin trying out new traffic pattern
The town of Franklin will begin a 90-day trial of a new one block long parking plan for Main Street from town hall to the town square beginning March 26, depending on the weather.
Using a temporary type of parking tape and signage, town Planner Justin Setser and Town Engineer Nathanael Moore will lay out the new parking scheme, which will keep angled parking on the south side of Main Street but change to parallel parking on the right side.
Town officials hope the public will respond to the new plan and provide feedback on how it’s working.
Comments can be submitted by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., calling 828.524.2516 or by filling out a comment form at the front desk of town hall.
Following the temporary tests and feedback, there may be other changes to the town’s parking patterns. During the initial test, there will be additional loading zones put in place.
