FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WKRN) — New affordable housing is coming to the City of Franklin. The city is partnering with Habitat for Humanity to give houses to specific workers.

This is the first time since 2018 that the City of Franklin has partnered with Habitat for Humanity to provide affordable housing for people in the area.

Habitat for Humanity in Williamson-Maury County is partnering with the city to build two new and affordable single family homes.

The homes will be located at 409 Sanchez St. and 1209 Mulberry St. The funding is coming from a community block-grant program.

Both of these homes will be deed restricted for 30 years. The homes will be for teachers, first responders, health care workers, city staff and service employees.

Franklin Vice Mayor Jason Potts said the city is looking forward to the project supporting people in the community.

"This is a great visible, meaningful project that actually aligns with our character and our values," Potts said. "I want to thank the housing commission for being a part of this, specifically Cathleen and Tom, for the hard work they put on this but thank you all."

Franklin's Board of Mayor and Aldermen passed it unanimously. There's no word yet on when construction will begin.

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