A church has filed a request for a restaurant permit to operate a 200-seat dining area at 44 Franklin St. This allows the space to serve food to the public under health and safety regulations.

The Greater Framingham Community Church applied for the permit. The request covers a restaurant with seating for 200 people. The permit number is BOH2003242.

The board of health will review the application. Once approved, the church can begin serving meals. Until then, the space cannot operate as a restaurant.