Image Credit: Camping World
The Tennessee Conservative [By David Seal] –
The City of Sevierville, Tennessee has taken its zoning dispute with Camping World RV Sales to a new level concerning a 130-foot pole that features a 3200 square foot American Flag.
The city is asking the Chancery Court of Sevier County to impose a $50 per day fine for a zoning violation because the pole exceeds the 44-foot maximum limit.
For background on the issue a news report is linked here.
The Sevierville business had earlier requested a variance from the local Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) for the length of the flagpole, but it was denied on February 1, 2024, at their regular meeting. The suit alleges that defendant Camping World did not appeal against the decision but proceeded with the flag installation anyway.
Sevierville is not only seeking a $50 per day fine but is asking the Chancery Court for injunctive relief to force the business to comply with the 44-foot height limit that is described in its zoning ordinance.
The suit lists the date of March 5, 2025, as the beginning date for which the daily fine commenced, the same date that a citation was hand delivered to Camping world by local police officers.
The Tennessee Conservative News will continue to follow this issue and report on any new developments as details become available, including any decision made by the court.
About the Author: David Seal is a retired Jefferson County educator, recognized artist, local businessman, 917 Society Volunteer, and past Chairman of the Jefferson County Republican Party. He has also served Jefferson County as a County Commissioner and is a citizen lobbyist for the people on issues such as eminent domain, property rights, education, and broadband accessibility on the state level. David is also a 2024 winner of The Tennessee Conservative Flame Award & has received an accolade from the Institute For Justice for successfully lobbing the TN legislature to protect property rights. David can be reached at david@tennesseeconservativenews.com.
