Addressing
Issuing and Managing Addresses in Franklin County
Contact Us
Addressing Coordinator
Deron Eudy
(636) 583-6369
addressing@franklinmo.gov
Addressing
On August 27, 1998, the Franklin County Commission passed a Commission Order that adopted a policy governing the naming of streets, roads and applicable private drives. Further, this Commission Order established the Franklin County Addressing Authority, which performs all addressing functions for the unincorporated areas of the County.
The County Commission has since designated the Planning & Zoning Department as the Addressing Authority for Franklin County, beginning 2018.
A uniform standard for addressing is very important. Addresses provide a common, systematic means by which people, places and events, can be located within a community. A property address aids 911 Emergency Services in providing a quicker response time.
Franklin County Addressing Policy
Forms
These forms and accompanying documentation can be submitted by email, mail, or in person at our office:
Planning & Zoning
400 E Locust St., Room 006
Union, MO 63084
This is the application required to begin the process. Please note the two pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal.
Private Street Sign Replacement Request
This is the appropriate form to request the replacement or maintenance of a damaged or missing private (blue) street sign or post. Please note the two pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal.
If you need to report a public (green) road sign, missing or damaged signs for county-maintained roads should be reported to the Franklin County Highway Department at (636) 583-6361. Missing or damaged signs for state-maintained roads should be reported to the Missouri Department of Transportation at (888) 275-6636.
This is the appropriate form to request that a road be named, in accordance with the Addressing Policy, Part 3: Road Naming (C)(2)(b). Please note the information listed at the top of the form that is required upon submittal.
Address or District Verification
This is the appropriate form to request address verification or district verification for an address. This may include school district, fire district, etc. Please note the two pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal.
For zoning district verification, please see the Planning & Zoning Applications & Information.
This is the appropriate form to appeal the requirement to name a road in Franklin County. This form will need to be submitted with the fee of $150. The County Commission will make the final determination on the appeal. Please note the two pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal.
Owner/Mailing Address Change Forms
For an owner/mailing address change, the form below will need to be filled out and submitted. Most government offices in the Government Center will receive the forms in person. If mailing the forms, please mail them to the address listed above. If emailing the form, please email the form to planningandzoning@franklinmo.gov. For questions concerning owner/mailing address changes please contact Curtis Ellison or Rochelle Bailey, our GIS Technicians, at 636-583-6369.
Owner/Mailing Address Change Request
This is the appropriate form to request a change to your current mailing address. This form can be mailed in, emailed, or dropped off.
NOTE: If you own personal property in Franklin County, you must also contact the Assessor's Office to change your address for personal property.
Road Signs and Address Display
Follow these instructions for the display of road names and address numbers:
Display address numbers on both sides of the mail box, using 4-inch reflective numbers and 1-inch reflective numbers on the flap. If the mailbox is not located at the driveway, use a 4 x 4 post with 4-inch reflective numbers on each side of the post. If the mailbox is located on a different road than the home/business, add the road name to the mail box as well.
Keep address numbers in good repair and replace as needed. Ensure address numbers are visible by clearing away branches, leaves, snow, etc.
Teach children their address, in case they need to call 911. As a reference for visitors or children, display your address in your home (near the phone or where easily visible).
As an added precaution, post your address on your home/business near the front door or under a light. Use high contrast numbers (e.g. black numbers on white surface, white numbers on a black surface, etc.)
If your private street sign is damaged or missing, please use the "Private Street Sign Replacement Request" Form to report it immediately.
Following these instructions will help to avoid any delays in locating your home or business in an emergency and may save your life and the lives of those around you. Responders will be using signs and numbers to locate you, so all displays should be visible and easily read in any condition.