In the City of Franklin, Ohio, the C-1 District is known as the General Commercial District, the C-1 district is designed for regional commercial activity. It is intended for high-traffic areas, specifically around major transportation nodes and the intersections of primary arterial streets. Permitted Principal Uses Based on the city’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), the C-1 district typically allows for a broad range of retail and service-oriented businesses. Permitted uses usually include: • Retail Goods: Clothing stores, hardware stores, electronics, and general merchandise. • Personal Services: Barbershops, beauty salons, dry cleaning (drop-off/pickup), and tailors. • Professional Offices: Banks, real estate agencies, insurance offices, and general business offices. • Food and Beverage: Restaurants (with or without drive-throughs), bakeries, and cafes. • Medical/Healthcare: Medical clinics, dental offices, and pharmacies. • Repair Services: Small appliance or jewelry repair (excluding heavy automotive body work, which may require specific conditions). Conditional & Accessory Uses Certain uses may be allowed but require a Conditional Use Permit, meaning the Planning Commission must review them to ensure they won’t negatively impact traffic or neighboring properties. These often include: • Gas stations and automotive service shops. • Entertainment facilities (theaters, bowling alleys). • Outdoor storage or sales areas.