Commission approves Franklin Builders’ townhome development
March 18, 2026 | Town of Merrillville, Lake County, Indiana
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The Maryville Plan Commission approved final PUD plans from Franklin Builders to build 24 townhomes and one single‑family home on roughly 3.32 acres.
Terrence Franklin presented the scheme and said engineering and permitting details had been worked through; staff confirmed required infrastructure (curb, gutter, sanitary sewer, water and storm sewer) will be provided. "We're seeking to build 24 townhomes and 1 single family home," Franklin said during his presentation.
Commission discussion covered pricing and the design of a mother‑in‑law suite; the petitioner said comparable four‑bedroom units in the area sell near the $425,000 range. Commissioners confirmed coordination with the ward councilman and that town legal staff had no concerns. Brian Dearing moved to approve the final PUD; the motion was seconded and passed on a 7–0 roll‑call.
Staff said the project will return to council as required by the PUD process and that the petitioner would finalize any required covenants or a management agreement prior to final recording.
Terrence Franklin presented the scheme and said engineering and permitting details had been worked through; staff confirmed required infrastructure (curb, gutter, sanitary sewer, water and storm sewer) will be provided. "We're seeking to build 24 townhomes and 1 single family home," Franklin said during his presentation.
Commission discussion covered pricing and the design of a mother‑in‑law suite; the petitioner said comparable four‑bedroom units in the area sell near the $425,000 range. Commissioners confirmed coordination with the ward councilman and that town legal staff had no concerns. Brian Dearing moved to approve the final PUD; the motion was seconded and passed on a 7–0 roll‑call.
Staff said the project will return to council as required by the PUD process and that the petitioner would finalize any required covenants or a management agreement prior to final recording.
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