The City of Franklin and Carter Lumber have reached a tentative agreement to re-open operations in Franklin, this time in space available in the former Davidson/Stock facility on US 31.

Carter Lumber will occupy the remaining 25 plus acres of the site, and will specialize in products designed to meet the needs of the residential and commercial builder. The new facility will have a showroom along with truss and custom millwork manufacturing capabilities. Products that will be sold include, lumber, custom millwork, windows, doors, kitchens, trusses, panels and engineered floors. The facility will open in June of this year, and the new operation is expected to create 80 to 100 jobs.

“I believe Carter Lumber will be a great business and community partner for the city of Franklin,” Mayor Fred Paris said. “This company will bring long-term, sustainable jobs to our community, and we will work with them to make sure they are a success story.”

The city will also work with Carter Lumber regarding drainage improvements and tax abatement for qualified equipment, the mayor said.

“We look forward to being part of the community and are excited about this opportunity. As the Professional Lumberyard, we are dedicated to providing builders with quality brand name products and exceptional service”, said Kip Gleckler Carter Lumber Regional Vice President.

Family owned Carter Lumber was founded in 1932 and has 190 locations in 10 states and employs more than 2,500 people. They are the 9th largest supplier of building materials to professional builders in North America.