Skanska Begins Work on New Franklin City Hall
The full demolition is complete, with new meeting rooms and public spaces to be completed by 2027
FRANKLIN, Tenn – November 5, 2025 – Skanska, one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, has begun work on the new Franklin City Hall. With demolition of the original structure complete, the first phase of construction is now underway. The new, state-of-the-art facility will feature expanded government office space, public meeting rooms, open plazas, green space, and public art installations. Completion is expected by fall 2027.
“We are excited and thankful to the City of Franklin for the opportunity to work on a new City Hall,” said Dennis Georgatos, Senior Vice President – Account Manager at Skanska. “Franklin City Hall is an anchor in historic Downtown Franklin, and this new space will serve as a community gathering point, blending modern features with the area’s beloved charm.”
Recently, Skanska erected the tower crane on site, marking a major milestone in the construction process and preparing the team to begin vertical concrete work.
The new City Hall will transform an entire block on the historic Public Square into a vibrant, community-centered destination.
Project highlights include:
- A three-story City Hall designed to accommodate more than 240 employees
- Dedicated public meeting spaces for civic groups such as the Public Arts Commission and Downtown Neighborhood Association
- Commercial tenant spaces along Third Avenue South to support local businesses and enhance street-level activity
- A subgrade parking garage with approximately 200 spaces to ease downtown parking needs
- A new plaza constructed over part of the parking deck
- Expanded public restrooms to better serve downtown Franklin visitors
- An enlarged plaza on the Square to support community events and festivals
- A pedestrian promenade with full ADA accessibility for improved walkability and inclusivity
- Utility and streetscape upgrades on both sides of Third Avenue, including wider sidewalks, landscaping, and public seating
- A new one-acre public park to provide green space and recreational opportunities
Site demolition and enabling activities, including utilities, sitework, and shoring, have already been completed.
While the new building will incorporate modern infrastructure and amenities, its exterior design will reflect the historic character of Downtown Franklin, preserving the architectural integrity of the area.
Franklin’s new City Hall is expected to be completed by fall 2027. For more information on the project, please visit: https://www.franklintn.gov/our-city/planning-for-the-new-city-hall
About Skanska
Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe and the United States, global revenue totaled $16.8 billion in 2024. Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector’s net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million. Together with our customers and the collective expertise of our 6,300 teammates in the U.S. and 26,300 globally, we create innovative and sustainable solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime.
