Commercial Permitting Timelines and Delays
Summary
City staff and commissioners evaluated the popular One Stop expedited permit program, looking at ways to handle increasing project volume without burning out staff. Ideas included bringing back mandatory in-person meetings to ensure higher quality applications.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Maintains expedited services within existing staff allocations.
Applicants utilizing expedited review for smaller projects benefit from faster turnaround times.
Applicants whose projects exceed volume limits or who struggle with virtual submission formats.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Mayor and Aldermen - Sep 22, 2026
Local business owners spoke during public comment about frustrating delays in obtaining permits to open new commercial spaces in downtown Franklin.
Development Services Advisory Commission - Jan 6, 2026
City staff and commissioners evaluated the popular One Stop expedited permit program, looking at ways to handle increasing project volume without burning out staff. Ideas included bringing back mandatory in-person meetings to ensure higher quality applications.
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