Established in 1815
ABOUT
Designed in the likeness of a public building that stood in Hartford, Connecticut, the Franklin Township Hall was built in 1837. It was used as an office for the Franklin Silk Company; after the company failed, the Franklin Township Trustees completed the
Franklin Township Hall in 1840.
SERVICES
Franklin Township provides specific services to its residents. The Franklin Township road crew, managed by David Akerley, provides efficient and effective services in a timely manner.
Contact this department for right-of-way permits, road improvement schedules, chipping schedules and more.
ZONING
We provide contact information for all of our zoning boards, maps, and a detailed zoning resolution of our zoning codes.
LET'S TALK
If you have questions that have not been answered on the site, please feel free to contact us. Our office hours are Monday-Friday, 1:00 to 4:00 at Township Hall and Monday-Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Township garage.
ZONING F.A.Q.
01
How do I find the zoning classification of a piece of property?
Look at the township Zoning Map, locate the property parcel and use the legend to determine the property Zoning District.
02
When do I need a zoning permit?
A Zoning Certificate is required when any building or other structure is erected, moved, added to, demolished, altered, or established. A Zoning Certificate is also required for any “change in use” of a building, structure or land.
03
Do I need a zoning permit for an accessory building [storage shed]?
Yes. All accessory buildings shall be consistent with the Township Zoning Resolution.
04
Do I need a zoning permit for a fence?
Yes. All fences shall be consistent with the Township Zoning Resolution.
05
Do I need a zoning permit for a swimming pool?
Yes. All pools above ground and in ground require a Zoning Certificate. Temporary wading/kiddie pools do not require a Zoning Certificate.
06
Do I need a zoning permit to re-shingle my roof?
No Zoning Certificate is required, unless there are structural changes to the roof.
07
Do I need a zoning permit to remodel the interior of my house?
No Zoning Certificate is required, unless there are structural changes made to the interior (for example, removing a load bearing wall).
08
Where can I place event, yard, and garage sale signs?
Ohio law and Franklin Township zoning prohibits posting of signage on utility poles and in road right-of-ways.