Affordable Housing Inclusionary Zoning Ordinances
Summary
Four ordinances were on the agenda to create inclusionary zoning districts, which typically require or incentivize affordable housing in new residential development. Together with a redevelopment-area designation, they could shape where affordable housing appears in Franklin.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Mar 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Inclusionary districts can affect developer costs and housing prices, but no specific figures were provided.
Households seeking affordable housing options in Franklin could benefit from the new districts.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Franklin Township Council Work Session/Regular Meeting - Mar 10, 2026
The township updated its affordable housing development fee rules to comply with state Fair Housing Act and UHAC requirements. These fees fund affordable housing obligations, so developers' contributions now follow the updated state-compliant structure.
Franklin Township Planning Board Meeting - Jan 21, 2026
Four ordinances were on the agenda to create inclusionary zoning districts, which typically require or incentivize affordable housing in new residential development. Together with a redevelopment-area designation, they could shape where affordable housing appears in Franklin.
Franklin Township Council Work Session/Regular Meeting - Jan 13, 2026
The council introduced four MFIZ inclusionary zoning ordinances and a Franklin Boulevard redevelopment plan update as part of the township's affordable housing plan, with final adoption expected February 10.
Related development
MFIZ-5 Inclusionary Zone District (Dunbar)
Would require affordable housing units in the development, part of the township's housing plan.
MFIZ-2 Inclusionary Zone District (Pomegranate Investments)
Would require affordable housing units in the development, part of the township's housing plan.
MFIZ-4 Inclusionary Zone District (Royal Somerset)
Would require affordable housing units in the development, part of the township's housing plan.
MFIZ-1 Inclusionary Zone District (Apartment Conversion)
Would require affordable housing units in the development, part of the township's housing plan.
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