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Affordable Housing
LIHTC Projects
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Population
Franklin, Tennessee has implemented the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program to contribute to its affordable housing inventory. The city has 113 LIHTC-funded units, all of which are designated as low-income. These units represent approximately 0.34% of Franklin's estimated housing inventory of 33,297 units.
Franklin has received $1,869,008 in project tax credits through the LIHTC program. This funding is distributed across two projects, resulting in an average federal funding of $934,504 per project and $16,540 per unit. Franklin's allocation represents 0.41% of Tennessee's total LIHTC funding.
The implementation of LIHTC-funded affordable housing in Franklin spans from 2013 to 2016. The Senior Residence at Reddick Street, completed in 2013, was the first LIHTC project in the city. The most recent project, Reddick Street Apartments, was completed in 2016. This indicates that Franklin has utilized LIHTC for affordable housing for approximately a decade.
The affordable housing inventory in Franklin comprises various unit types. There are 50 one-bedroom units, 43 two-bedroom units, 18 three-bedroom units, and 2 four-bedroom units. This distribution indicates an effort to accommodate diverse household sizes, from individuals to small families.
Franklin's population has grown significantly over the past decade, increasing from 66,278 in 2012 to 86,904 in 2022, representing a 31% increase. This population growth suggests an increasing demand for housing, including affordable options.
The median income in Franklin has risen from $82,300 in 2013 to $108,354 in 2022, a 31.7% increase. This substantial income growth may indicate a widening gap between high and low-income residents, potentially increasing the need for affordable housing options.
Racial demographics in Franklin have shown slight changes over the past decade. The white population has decreased from 82% in 2013 to 77% in 2022, while the Asian population has increased from 4% to 8%. The Black and Hispanic populations have remained relatively stable at approximately 6% each. This gradual diversification of the population may influence the need for culturally sensitive affordable housing solutions.
Franklin's LIHTC-funded affordable housing inventory provides 113 low-income units, which is a modest proportion of the overall housing stock. The city has received nearly $1.9 million in tax credits, demonstrating a commitment to affordable housing development. The two LIHTC projects, completed in 2013 and 2016, offer a range of unit sizes to accommodate diverse household needs. As Franklin continues to experience population growth and demographic changes, ongoing assessment of affordable housing needs will be essential to ensure adequate housing options for all residents.