Franklin

Easy Access to Accelerated Success

Franklin County, NC offers close proximity to the Research Triangle Park, the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, world renowned educational institutions, as well as a wide variety of activities, while maintaining an exceptional quality of life. With the presence of fast-tracked permitting averaging 8 – 10 weeks and 90 – 120-day average for rezoning, cost competitive land prices, and business growth and support initiatives, Franklin County is a compelling location for all businesses seeking accelerated growth and success.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Novonesis, the world leader in biological solutions, houses their North American Headquarters in Franklin County where they conduct both research and development as well as enzyme manufacturing.

Main building of Louisburg College. The front of the building is lined with classic, tall columns.

Franklin County is in close proximity to Duke University, NC State University, and UNC Chapel Hill, as well as numerous other educational institutions in the Research Triangle region. Vance-Granville Community College has a satellite campus where the BioWorks program was created and is home to Louisburg College.

Triangle North Executive Airport is owned and operated by Franklin County and contributes roughly $24,280,000 to region's annual economic output.

Aerial view of Franklin County airport. Little airplanes line the tarmac.

Infrastructure and Support

Front sign of RDU airport. An airplane is taking off in the background.

Raleigh-Durham International Airport is just 25 miles away, and the Ports of Norfolk, Wilmington and Morehead City are located less than three hours away. These ports connect Franklin County companies to the world.
Triangle North Executive Airport is a thriving $85.55 million economic engine with more than 80 tenants, including a flight training school and a helicopter training school and aviation-related services. With a planned runway extension from 5,500 feet to 6,200, along with a new terminal building and additional hangers, the airport provides easy access to the Research Triangle Region.

A CSX north-south line transverses western Franklin County, parallel to U.S. HWY 1 in the county’s predominately industrial zoned area.

Freight train chugging along on a sunny afternoon.

Aerial view of Interstate 95 and US Highway 64 interchange.

Access to I-540, I-440, I-40, I-85 in under 30 minutes, and I-95 in under 40 minutes. Other major highways, including US HWY 1, US 401, US HWY 64, NC 96 HWY and NC 56 HWY all provide easy access for shipping and logistics.
Research Triangle Park is a 35-minute commute