Franklin (MA) Matters

This session of the radio show shares the audio recording of the Economic Development Subcommittee meeting on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 in Council Chambers. All 4 members of the subcommittee participated in Chambers (Hamblen, Sheridan, Frongillo & Jones). Change in membership acknowledged as Chandler is no longer part of the subcmte and Jones returns to the group.Quick recapDiscussion on the proposed zoning change to enable a commercial kitchen in residential areas if they are on septic systemsHealth Dept Cathy Liberty and Planner Amy Love present for the discussion; Fee is the same as other permits Health covers, and also commensurate with neighboring communitiesClarification questions around coverage of this residential bylaw as proposed, there is a limitation on the kinds of foods prepared in this wayConsideration for this to be enabled for sewer system users would be problematic for monitoring and enforcement if requiredThis is a start and we'll be able to check out for potential enhancementsResident M