Welcome to the
Town of Franklin, North Carolina
Incorporated 1855
Welcome to the Town of Franklin. We invite you to explore our website for the latest information for residents, businesses, and visitors. Information is updated on a regular basis with announcements and other events happening in and around Franklin. Town Council meeting agendas & minutes, Town of Franklin sign & zoning ordinances, Public Notices and other information can also be found on FranklinNC.com.
The National Weather Service has issued a COLD WEATHER ADVISORY and an EXTREME COLD WARNING for the Franklin area from Midnight until Noon Monday. The Cold Weather Advisory is for elevations below 3,500 feet and the Extreme Cold Warning for elevations above 3,500 feet.
For the Extreme Cold Warning above 3500 feet, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 19 below expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory below 3500 feet, very cold wind chills as low as 5 to 14 below expected.
The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Pets and livestock will be endangered by extreme cold if left unprotected for extended periods.
If you must go outside ... dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves. Use caution traveling and wear appropriate clothing.
Holiday closingMartin Luther King Jr. Day
The Town of Franklin offices will be closed on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and will re-open on a regular schedule on Tuesday, January 21st.
Town of Franklin holidays are in accordance with the North Carolina State Holiday Schedule.
Town Hall OFfice HoursNew Office Hours
Franklin Town Hall is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Payments at the window are accepted from 8:30 a.m. until 5:25 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 8:30 a.m. until 2:55 p.m. on Friday.
The drop box is also available for payments before and after hours and on weekends.
Social DistrictLatest Information
A social district is a designated outdoor area where people can legally consume alcoholic beverages. Social districts are regulated by the NC Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Commission since approval by the NC Legislature in 2021.
The Town of Franklin has created an informational page concerning the Social District (tap or click the link below).
In addition, a QR code is located on all of the various social district indicators.
