Feb 18, 2025 · Franklin County is located within the world-renowned Research Triangle Region of North Carolina, home of The Research Triangle Park and one of the most globally competitive regions of the world. The region routinely ranks among the best places to live, work and play.

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GOVERNMENT STRUCTURE The County has a commissioner-county manager form of government with seven commissioners. Five of the seven commissioners are elected by district and serve staggered four-year terms.

The Franklin County Tax Office is responsible for listing, appraising, and assessing all real estate, personal property, and registered motor vehicles within Franklin County. The Tax Office is charged with collecting all current and delinquent taxes on this property.

The Register of Deeds office serves as the custodian for documents related to real estate located in Franklin County, which date back to 1776. These documents include deeds, deeds of trust, powers of attorney, assumed names, maps, and other miscellaneous documents related to …

The Franklin County Public Utilities Department provides quality water and sewer services to more than 10,000 customers in Franklin County 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Franklin County government offers high-quality services and affordable taxes for both residents and businesses, and a commitment to responsible fiscal and policy decision-making that promotes long-term economic, social, environmental health and vitality.

Franklin County was established in 1779 and is home to four municipalities – Bunn, Franklinton, Louisburg, and Youngsville -- and part of the Town of Wake Forest. With a growing economy and population of 75,000, Franklin County offers a relaxed suburban-to-rural lifestyle, lifelong learning opportunities and citizen-focused government.

Franklin County Human Resources and Risk Management department is dedicated to partnering with all county agencies and departments to provide the highest level of human resources services that maximize the potential of our greatest asset - our employees.