Franklin Street Townes Amenity Dispute
Summary
The townhome development off South Franklin Street has sat with an unbuilt pool and clubhouse for years, and the last townhome building is on hold because of a notice of violation. The rezoning would swap in a playground and pavilion and let the developer finish the site. Residents are frustrated by the delay and want a firm timeline.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 4
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
The developer says the pool's upkeep and insurance costs weren't feasible for the HOA; the playground plan reduces impervious surface and maintenance burden.
Franklin Street Townes residents get a usable year-round amenity, and neighbors get the vacant lot cleaned up and finished.
Residents who expected the advertised pool say they're losing the amenity they bought into.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners (Work) - Oct 6, 2026
The developer of a 61-unit townhome community wants to swap its approved pool and clubhouse for a playground and pavilion. Residents say they were sold on a pool, and safety concerns about a steep drop-off near the playground fueled the board's denial.
Planning Board - Sep 8, 2026
The townhome development off South Franklin Street has sat with an unbuilt pool and clubhouse for years, and the last townhome building is on hold because of a notice of violation. The rezoning would swap in a playground and pavilion and let the developer finish the site. Residents are frustrated by the delay and want a firm timeline.
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