Sevierville public meetings in 2025

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several municipal code updates and a budget amendment for fiscal year 2026. The meeting includes votes on funding for community services, police equipment, and golf course upgrades.

• Driving range improvements contract with Cover the Tees and Top Tracer Golf not-to-exceed $535,000
• Funding assistance for Sevier County Food Ministries in the amount of $40,000
• Radio upgrades hardware, installation, and services for $172,257.80
• OpenGov Budgeting and Planning Platform Term 1 cost of $47,746.77
• Hardware and installation for nine police pursuit vehicles for $28,440

The Board passed three ordinances repealing and replacing sections of the municipal code and approved an amendment to the operating and capital budgets for July 2025‑June 2026. It also approved a $40,000 donation to Sevier County Food Ministries and several contracts, including a $47,746.77 OpenGov budgeting platform purchase, a $561,400 golf‑course driving‑range project, a $28,440 police‑vehicle hardware purchase, and a $172,257.80 radio‑system upgrade. The meeting schedule for January was changed, cancelling two regular meetings and setting a new meeting on January 12. All actions were adopted by motion.

• Approved ordinance O2025-018 repealing Title 4, Chapter 1 (5‑0)
• Approved ordinance O2025-019 repealing and replacing Title 4, Chapter 2 (5‑0)
• Approved ordinance O2025-020 repealing and replacing Title 4, Chapter 3 (5‑0)
• Approved ordinance O2025-021 amending operating and capital budgets (5‑0)
• Approved $40,000 donation to Sevier County Food Ministries (motion carried)
• Approved $47,746.77 OpenGov budgeting platform purchase (motion carried)
• Approved $561,400 golf‑course “Eagle’s Nest” driving‑range project contracts (motion carried)
• Approved $28,440 purchase for police pursuit‑vehicle hardware (motion carried)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will hear a staff request for clarification of the mining/extraction use classification. It will also consider Premier Design Group’s request for a 37.5‑foot variance from the permitted height of a concrete batch silo at 1000 Old Knoxville Highway (Tax Map 049A, Group B, Parcel 003.00). The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the November 6, 2025 minutes and a public forum.

• Staff request for interpretation of the mining/extraction use classification
• Case 25-12: Premier Design Group variance request for a 37.5‑ft height increase for a concrete batch silo at 1000 Old Knoxville Hwy, Tax Map 049A Group B Parcel 003.00
• Approval of minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting

The board approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It adopted a motion interpreting the proposed concrete batch plant at 1000 Old Knoxville Highway as a “mining and extraction” facility, also unanimously. The board then deferred the variance request for a 37.5‑foot height increase for the silo to a later date, again by unanimous vote. No other business was taken.

• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Interpreted concrete batch plant as mining and extraction facility (unanimous)
• Deferred variance request D2 for height increase (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider amendments to Sevier County Zoning Regulations regarding signs. The body will also review site plan requests for a concrete plant, an auto parts store, and two residential developments.

• Amendments to Sevier County Zoning Regulations Section 308 Signs
• Final site plan for SRM Ready Mix Plant at 1000 Old Knoxville Hwy
• Final site plan for O’Reilly Auto Parts on Winfield Dunn Parkway
• PUD approval for 25-unit Johnson Estates on Johnson Estates Lane
• PUD approval for Cherokee Overlook Phases 6 & 7 on Bass Pro Dr

The commission unanimously approved the November 6 minutes and amendments to Sevier County zoning regulations for section 308 signs. It deferred the SRM Ready Mix Plant request, approved the O’Reilly Auto Parts retail site plan, and approved the Johnson Estates subdivision pending staff comments. The commission also approved Phase 6 of Cherokee Overlook and denied Phase 7.

• Approved minutes of Nov 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Sevier County zoning regulations (section 308 signs) (unanimous)
• Deferred SRM Ready Mix Plant site plan request until next month (unanimous)
• Approved O’Reilly Auto Parts 7,200‑sq‑ft retail site plan (unanimous)
• Approved Johnson Estates PUD subject to staff comments (unanimous)
• Approved Phase 6 of Cherokee Overlook PUD and denied Phase 7 (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor & Aldermen will consider three ordinances repealing and replacing sections of the municipal personnel code, a resolution directing $2,727,280.90 in‑lieu of property tax payments to several counties, and several contract and grant actions. Additional items include a $191,685 amendment to the Old Knoxville Highway design contract and the creation of a full‑time Golf Department position.

• Ordinance O-2025-018 – repeal Title 4, Chapter 1 of the municipal code (municipal personnel)
• Ordinance O-2025-019 – repeal and replace Title 4, Chapter 2, Section 202 (municipal personnel)
• Ordinance O-2025-020 – repeal and replace Title 4, Chapter 3 (occupational safety and health program)
• Resolution R-2025-017 – directs $2,727,280.90 in‑lieu of property tax payments to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Pittman Center, Sevier County, Blount County, Jefferson County, and the General Fund
• Amendment 2 to the Design Contract for the Old Knoxville Highway at Boyd’s Creek Highway for $191,685

The Board approved ordinances O2025-018, O2025-019, and O2025-020, repealing Title 4, Chapters 1‑3 of the Sevierville Municipal Code concerning municipal personnel and occupational safety. The ordinances passed unanimously on first reading. The Board also approved a tax‑equivalent resolution, grant funding for child safety seats and cybersecurity, contract amendments for road projects, and a new full‑time golf professional position. All motions were carried.

• Ordinance O2025-018 repealing Title 4, Chapter 1 of municipal code passed (unanimous)
• Ordinance O2025-019 repealing and replacing Title 4, Chapter 2 passed (unanimous)
• Ordinance O2025-020 repealing and replacing Title 4, Chapter 3 passed (unanimous)
• Resolution R2025‑017 directing payment of a tax equivalent approved
• Grant approvals: Child Safety Fund program, $75,000 Cybersecurity Grant, $2,000 Public Entity Partners grant approved
• Amendment 2 to Boyds Creek Highway contract for $191,685 approved
• Amendment 3 to TDOT Parkway rehabilitation project (PIN125901.00) approved (fiscal impact $60)
• Creation of full‑time Second Assistant Golf Professional position ($48,694 salary) approved

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor & Aldermen will discuss providing additional financial support to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to maintain operations during a federal government shutdown. The body will also consider several facility contracts and a sewer easement.

• Additional funding for Great Smoky Mountains National Park: $45,000 per week to close a gap and $10,000 per week through January 4, 2026
• One-year lease payment to RA-TEL Broadcasting Company, Inc. for $21,287.38
• Pool heater replacement for the Community Center indoor pool not to exceed $24,500
• Sewer easement of 0.22 acres at the Senior Center property on Chapman Highway for Bob Hollow Townhomes
• Approval of minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting

The board approved additional funding of $45,000 per week for Great Smoky Mountains National Park operations through January 4, 2026. It also approved a one‑year lease payment of $21,287.38 to Ra‑Tel Broadcasting for the Burridge Drive communications site, a 15‑foot sewer easement for the Bob Hollow Townhomes project, and a $24,500 purchase of a pool‑heater replacement. The minutes of the November 3, 2025 meeting were approved without a reading.

• Approved minutes of Nov 3, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved $45,000 per week funding for GSMNP operations through Jan 4, 2026 (motion carried)
• Approved $21,287.38 lease payment to Ra‑Tel Broadcasting for Burridge Drive site (motion carried)
• Approved 15‑foot sewer easement at Senior Center property for Bob Hollow Townhomes (motion carried)
• Approved $24,500 purchase of pool heater replacement from Boiler Equipment Company (motion carried)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss one new business case. The board is reviewing a request for a front setback variance.

• Case 25-11: Wallace Surveying request for a 7’ front setback variance at 1639 Riceland Dr

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. It then approved a front‑setback variance (Item D1) for 1639 Riceland Dr with a 6‑1 vote, citing a septic‑line hardship. The meeting adjourned at 5:25 PM.

• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 7‑ft front setback variance for 1639 Riceland Dr (6‑1 vote)

Planning Commission

The Sevierville Planning Commission will vote on a complete amendment to the Sevier County Zoning Resolution. It will also review three site‑plan requests: a PUD for Cherokee Overlook Phases 6 & 7 on Bass Pro Dr, a 25‑unit PUD for Johnson Estates on Johnson Estates Lane, and a final plan for a new Discount Tire building at 706 Parkway. Staff recommendations note easement issues for Cherokee Overlook, drainage concerns for Johnson Estates, and recommend approval for the Discount Tire project.

• Approval of amendments to the Sevier County Zoning Resolution (full revision of the county zoning regulations).
• Site‑plan request by Skycrest Engineering for PUD approval of Cherokee Overlook Phases 6 & 7 on Bass Pro Dr – Tax Map 008 Parcel 026.00 (city).
• Site‑plan request by Welroc Enterprises LLC for PUD approval of Johnson Estates, a 25‑unit residential project on Johnson Estates Lane – Tax Map 061 Parcel 19.01 (city).
• Site‑plan request by Karen Aleman for final approval of Sevierville Discount Tire at 706 Parkway – Tax Map 061B Parcel 27.00 (city).

The commission approved the October 2, 2025 minutes with a correction for an abstention. It unanimously recommended that Sevier County adopt a comprehensive rewrite of its zoning regulations. It also unanimously approved the site‑plan amendment for Discount Tire at 706 Parkway. Two other site‑plan requests were withdrawn from the agenda.

• Approved October 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous, with correction for Mr. Roberts’ abstention)
• Recommended approval of Sevier County zoning regulation amendments (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan for Discount Tire, 706 Parkway (unanimous)
• Withdrawn Skycrest Engineering request for Cherokee Overlook phases 6 & 7
• Withdrawn Welroc Enterprises request for Johnson Estates

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several contracts and grant applications, including funding for police equipment and park improvements. The body will also review appointments for the Sevierville Housing Authority.

• Purchase of FY2026 golf course chemicals from Simplot for $112,846.26
• Change Orders 2, 3, 4, and 5 for the City Park Improvements Project totaling a $41,840 contract change
• Pest control service contract with Barnes Exterminating not to exceed $10,260 annually
• Police Department grant applications for ballistic vests ($26,125) and body-worn cameras ($10,000)
• Acceptance of a Right of Way donation for the SR 416 Signal Project

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved multiple items, including DOJ grant applications for bulletproof vests ($26,125) and body‑worn cameras ($10,000), a $112,846.26 purchase of golf‑course chemicals, $41,840.00 of change orders for the City Park Improvements project, a $10,260.00 pest‑control contract with a 10% contingency, a right‑of‑way donation for the SR416 signal project, and a sewer connection for a medical office building. All motions carried, with one alderman abstaining on the sewer‑connection vote.

• Approved DOJ Bulletproof Vest grant $26,125.00 (motion carried)
• Approved DOJ Body Worn Camera grant $10,000.00 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of golf‑course chemicals from Simplot AB Retail $112,846.26 (motion carried)
• Approved $41,840.00 change orders for C. Laney & Sons City Park Improvements (motion carried)
• Approved pest‑control contract with Barnes Pest Control $10,260.00 plus 10% contingency (motion carried)
• Accepted right‑of‑way donation of ~0.298 acres easement and ~0.727 acres fee‑simple for SR416 signal project (motion carried)
• Approved sewer connection to medical office building near Chapman Highway and Macon Lane (motion carried, one abstention)

Public Building Authority

The Sevierville Public Building Authority will consider several contract and expense approvals related to Fire Station 4 and local infrastructure. Items include a change order for Vannoy Construction, a diesel exhaust capture system from MagneGrip, expenses exceeding $10,000, and a new traffic signal on SR 66 at Fred Bryan Lane.

• Approve Prime Contract Change Order #001 for Vannoy Construction – total $65,974
• Approve purchase and installation of a Diesel Exhaust Capture System from MagneGrip – $76,104 for Station 4
• Approve expenses over $10,000 for Station 4
• Approve traffic signal on SR 66 at Fred Bryan Lane

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Sevierville Board of Mayor & Aldermen considered three third‑reading items on Lewelling Road: a parking ordinance, a plan of services for annexation, and a high‑density residential zoning amendment. It approved a bid to Southeastern Tank, Inc. to construct a new water tank for $988,800. The board also authorized several grants and purchases, including a $5,000 Walmart Spark Good grant, a $48,269 in‑car camera contract, and a $41,825 slip‑on tanker grant.

• Ordinance O-2025-016 to repeal and replace Title 15, Chapter 5, Motor Vehicles, Traffic and Parking regulations
• Resolution R-2025-015 adopting a Plan of Services for annexation of property on Lewelling Road, Tax Map 072 Parcel 006.01
• Ordinance O-2025-017 amending the zoning map to place a High Density Residential (HDR) designation on Lewelling Road, Tax Map 072 Parcel 006.01
• Award of bid to Southeastern Tank, Inc. for construction of a new water tank for $988,800
• Purchase of five in‑car cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $48,269 over five years

The Board approved Resolution R2025-016 to annex the Lewelling Rd property and Ordinance O2025-017 to place a High Density Residential (HDR) zoning designation on that parcel. It also passed Ordinance O2025-016 to replace Title 15, Chapter 5 of the code governing on‑street parking. Additional actions included approving a $988,800 contract for a new water tank, accepting a $41,825 fire‑department grant, and denying a sewer‑connection request for a medical office. All motions were carried as presented.

• Approved Resolution R2025-016 annexing Lewelling Rd parcel – motion carried
• Approved Ordinance O2025-017 amending zoning map to HDR on Lewelling Rd – unanimous yes votes
• Approved Ordinance O2025-016 replacing on‑street parking regulations – unanimous yes votes
• Approved $988,800 contract with Southeastern Tank, Inc. for second water tank – motion carried
• Approved acceptance of $41,825 US DOI grant and purchase of two tanker units – motion carried
• Approved $5,000 Walmart Foundation grant for bulletproof vests – motion carried
• Approved donation of surplus rescue boat valued at $4,000 to Northview/Kodak Fire Dept – motion carried
• Denied sewer‑connection request for Orange Development medical office – motion carried (one abstention)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Sevierville Board of Mayor & Aldermen will consider several zoning changes and annexations, including high‑density residential designations on Lewelling Road. It will also vote on multiple funding and procurement items such as a $200,000 grant for Great Smoky Mountains National Park operations and a $3,530,000 design services contract for the Old Knoxville Highway. Additional items include a $26,300 ICMA TV proposal and purchases of cameras and equipment for the police department.

• Ordinance O‑2025‑016: amend zoning map to place High Density Residential (HDR) on Lewelling Road, Tax Map 072 Parcel 006.01
• Funding assistance for Great Smoky Mountains National Park Operations, not‑to‑exceed $200,000
• Design services contract for Old Knoxville Highway improvements, amount $3,530,000
• Purchase of five Axon in‑car video cameras, amount $48,269.60
• ICMA TV Proposal with WebsEdge, amount $26,300

The Board approved an ordinance amending the zoning map to place a High Density Residential (HDR) designation on Lewelling Road. It also approved the annexation of the Lewelling Road parcel and a $200,000 funding request for Great Smoky Mountains National Park operations. Additional actions included a $3.53 million design‑services contract for Old Knoxville Highway improvements and a $48,269 purchase of five in‑car cameras for the police department.

• Approved ordinance O2025-017 to place HDR zoning on Lewelling Rd (Yes: Helton, McCroskey, Ohman; No: none)
• Approved Resolution R2025-016 to annex property on Lewelling Rd (motion carried)
• Approved $200,000 funding assistance for Great Smoky Mountains National Park operations (motion carried)
• Approved $3,530,000 design services agreement with CDM Smith for Old Knoxville Highway improvements (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of five in‑car cameras from Axon Enterprise for $48,269 over five years (motion carried)
• Approved $92,000 change order reducing the C. Laney & Sons City Park Improvements contract (motion carried)
• Approved $31,700 expenditure for fiber optic installation to Public Works and Fire Station 3 (motion carried)
• Approved ordinance O2025-016 repealing and replacing Title 15, Chapter 5 traffic and parking regulations (Yes: Helton, McCroskey, Ohman; No: none)

Planning Commission

The Sevierville Planning Commission will consider five new business items, including a rezoning and master plan for a 444‑acre development on Red Bank Road, and site‑plan approvals for Cherokee Overlook phases, a Whataburger restaurant, the Marshall Woods subdivision, and the Johnson Estates residential project. Staff recommendations range from denial of the Cherokee Overlook PUD due to a state right‑of‑way issue, approval of the Whataburger and Marshall Woods plans, and deferral of the Johnson Estates plan pending drainage review. The commission will also review the Kimley‑Horn request to rezone parcels on Red Bank Road to a Master Planned Development.

• Site plan request by Skycrest Engineering for PUD approval of Cherokee Overlook Phases 6 & 7 on Bass Pro Dr (Tax Map 008 Parcel 026.00) – staff recommends denial due to state right‑of‑way abandonment requirement.
• Site plan request by LJA Land Development for Whataburger at 1536 Parkway (Tax Map 072 Parcel 055.00) – staff recommends approval as presented.
• Final plat request by Brent McMahan for Marshall Woods addition at Buena Drive (Tax Map 061G Group C Parcel 030.00) – staff recommends approval as presented.
• Site plan request by Welroc Enterprises LLC for Johnson Estates (25‑unit residential) on Johnson Estates Lane (Tax Map 61 Parcel 19.01) – staff recommends deferral pending drainage and stream issues.
• Preliminary master plan and rezoning request by Kimley‑Horn to change parcels on Red Bank Rd (Tax Map 74 Parcel 048.00 & 049.00) from LDR/MDR to MPD – staff provides detailed review for commission decision.

The commission approved the September 04, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It approved a site plan for Whataburger at 1536 Parkway with a unanimous vote. It approved the Marshall Woods additional plat at Buena Drive with a unanimous vote. It denied the rezoning request for the Red Bank Rd property, with five votes in favor and one opposed.

• Approved September 04, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Whataburger site plan at 1536 Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved Marshall Woods additional plat at Buena Drive (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of Red Bank Rd parcels 048.00 & 049.00 to MPD (5-1)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Sevierville Board of Mayor & Aldermen will vote on multiple zoning map amendments and annexation resolutions. New business includes a grant request for a $2,417,415 emergency generator for the Water Treatment Plant with a required $604,354 cost share. Several equipment purchases and contract awards are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance O-2025-012 – rezone Veteran’s Boulevard from Arterial Commercial to Intermediate Commercial
• Ordinance O-2025-013 – rezone Bass Pro Drive from Tourist Commercial to Intermediate Commercial
• Grant application for an emergency generator for the Water Treatment Plant: $2,417,415 total, $604,354 cost share
• Purchase of a Greens Roller for the Golf Course for $24,025 from Smith Turf & Irrigation
• Purchase of a CAT Generator for $91,489.80 from Stowers Machinery Corp

The Board approved ordinance O2025-012 to rezone Veterans Boulevard (Tax Map 061, parcels 125.03, 125.04 & 149.00) from arterial commercial to intermediate commercial on third reading. It also approved ordinance O2025-013 to rezone Bass Pro Drive (Tax Map 008, parcels 029.00 & 029.01) from tourist commercial to intermediate commercial. Ordinance O2025-014 changed the zoning of Johnson Estates Lane to low‑density residential. Resolutions R2025-012 and R2025-013 annexed Johnson Estates Lane and Maggie Mack Lane into the city limits.

• Approved O2025-012 (Veterans Blvd rezoning) – Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none
• Approved O2025-013 (Bass Pro Drive rezoning) – Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none
• Approved O2025-014 (Johnson Estates Lane rezoned to low‑density residential) – Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none
• Approved R2025-011 (Plan of Services for Johnson Estates Lane annexation) – motion carried
• Approved R2025-012 (Annexation of Johnson Estates Lane) – motion carried
• Approved R2025-013 (Plan of Services for Maggie Mack Lane annexation) – motion carried
• Approved R2025-014 (Annexation of Maggie Mack Lane) – motion carried

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Sevierville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request from Jeff Holcombe to modify driveway slope requirements at 861 Cabin Creek Way. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes and a public forum.

• Variance request for driveway slope at 861 Cabin Creek Way
• Approval of August 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public forum session

The Board approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. After staff explained that the zoning ordinance limits driveway slopes to 10% for the first 20 feet and 15% thereafter, the Board unanimously denied Jeff Holcombe's request to exceed those limits on his Cabin Creek Way property. The meeting adjourned with no further business.

• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Jeff Holcombe driveway slope request (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for a Master Planned Development on Red Bank Rd and amendments to the Sevier County Zoning Resolution. The body will also review site plans for office and restaurant developments and a downtown mural proposal.

• Rezoning request for Red Bank Rd from LDR and MDR to Master Planned Development (MPD)
• Site plan for M & S Properties office development at Dolly Parton Parkway and Ford Ave
• Site plan for Varsity Square Commercial Strip Center at Industrial Park Dr and Graduate Dr
• Site plan for Best Italian Restaurant at Industrial Park Dr and Graduate Dr
• Approval request for Downtown Blueway Mural at 102 Main St

The Planning Commission voted 2‑3 to deny the rezoning request for the Kimley‑Horn 444‑acre master‑planned development on Red Bank Road. The commission then approved a motion to defer the item until a secondary access point is addressed, passing 3‑1. Several other items were approved, including a plan of service, annexation, and high‑density residential zoning for an Andrew Huff property, as well as multiple site‑plan applications.

• Approved Plan of Service for Andrew Huff property on Lewelling Rd (3‑1)
• Approved Annexation for Andrew Huff property on Lewelling Rd (3‑1)
• Approved High Density Residential zoning for Andrew Huff property on Lewelling Rd (3‑1)
• Approved site plan for W.C. Whaley, Inc. office development (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Compass Ventures Varsity Square commercial strip center (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Compass Ventures Best Italian Restaurant (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Grindstead‑Zucker at Ernest McMahan and Snapp Rd (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning request for Kimley‑Horn master‑planned development (2‑3)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The September 1, 2025 meeting of the City of Sevierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen has been cancelled due to the Labor Day holiday.

The regular Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting on September 1, 2025 was cancelled because of the Labor Day holiday. No agenda items were considered and no decisions were made.

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Sevierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen will decide on a fiscal year 2025 budget amendment and vote on several zoning map changes, annexations, and contracts. The meeting also includes routine approvals of expenses and reports from city departments.

• Amend FY2025 budget with $250K for police wages, $7M transfer to capital, $5M to TDZ capital, $3M for Veterans Blvd projects, $530K for Community Center renovation
• Rezone Veteran’s Boulevard from Arterial Commercial to Intermediate Commercial District
• Rezone Bass Pro Drive from Tourist Commercial to Intermediate Commercial District
• Annex and rezone Johnson Estates Lane property with Medium Density Residential zoning
• Annex and rezone Maggie Mack Lane property with Low Density Residential zoning

The Board approved the operating and TDZ capital budget amendments for the fiscal period July 1 2024 through June 30 2025. It also adopted several zoning map amendments and annexation resolutions for Johnson Estates Lane and Maggie Mack Lane, and approved numerous departmental expenditures and purchases. All motions passed with recorded affirmative votes and no recorded opposition.

• Approved Ordinance O2025-011 (operating and TDZ capital budgets) – Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none
• Approved Ordinance O2025-012 (rezone Veterans Blvd parcels to Intermediate Commercial) – Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none
• Approved Ordinance O2025-013 (rezone Bass Pro Drive parcels to Intermediate Commercial) – Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none
• Approved Ordinance O2025-014 (place Medium Density Residential zoning on Johnson Estates Lane) – Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none
• Approved Ordinance O2025-015 (place Low Density Residential zoning on Maggie Mack Lane) – Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none
• Approved Resolution R2025-012 to annex Johnson Estates Lane territory – motion carried on first reading
• Approved Resolution R2025-014 to annex Maggie Mack Lane territory – motion carried on first reading
• Approved $100,000 funding for antique fire engine restoration – motion carried

Public Building Authority

The Sevierville Public Building Authority meets to decide on a contract amendment and multiple purchases for the North Sevierville Project. The Authority will vote on increasing the project budget to $18.63 million and approving a guaranteed maximum price of $10.31 million with Vannoy Construction for buildings and balance of work.

• Amendment to Operating Contract with City of Sevierville for $18,630,000 North Sevierville Project
• Guaranteed Maximum Price #2 with Vannoy Construction for $10,310,249 (buildings and balance of work)
• Purchase appliances for North Sevierville Project
• Purchase flag poles for North Sevierville Project
• Purchase carpet, LVT, ceiling tiles, and exercise room flooring for North Sevierville Project

The board approved an $18,630,000 amendment to the City of Sevierville operating contract and a $10,310,249 guaranteed‑maximum‑price agreement for the North Sevierville Project. It also approved several purchases, including appliances ($10,509), flag poles ($10,103.85), carpet and LVT, ceiling tiles, and exercise‑room flooring, each as presented. Additionally, the Welcome Center’s main entrance will be closed on August 11, 2025 for safety. All motions were carried.

• Approved amendment to operating contract with City of Sevierville for $18,630,000 (motion carried)
• Approved guaranteed maximum price #2 agreement with Vannoy Construction ($10,310,249 price; total contract $15,804,678) (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of appliances from Wayne Blalock’s Hardware for $10,509.00 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of flag poles from The Flagpole Company for $10,103.85 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of carpet and LVT from Interface (state contract #0000157845) up to $31,000.00 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of ceiling tiles from Grainger (Omnia cooperative #240078-01) up to $16,500.00 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of exercise‑room flooring from Interface (state contract #0000157845) up to $21,000.00 (motion carried)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss one new business case. The board is reviewing a request for a zoning variance regarding a sign installation.

• Case 25-09: Variance request from Alexis Guindi, Victoria House LLC for a pole sign at 121 Joy St (Tax Map 049N A Parcel 022.00) in the Town Center Zoning District

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously denied a variance request for a pole sign on the applicant’s property. The minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously. No public forum or staff reports were presented.

• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Alexis Guindi pole sign variance (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several annexation and rezoning requests for residential and commercial properties. The body is also reviewing site plans for a retail center and a Walmart store and fuel center.

• Site plan for Walmart store and fuel center at Winfield Dunn Rd and Fred Bryan Rd
• Site plan for Allensville Square Retail Center on Allensville Square Rd
• Rezoning of Veterans Boulevard property from Arterial Commercial to Intermediate Commercial
• Rezoning of Bass Pro Drive properties from Tourist Commercial to Intermediate Commercial
• Approval request for 'In Dolly’s Footsteps' public art walking tour

The commission approved several annexations, zoning changes and site plans, including a rezoning of 24.7 acres on Veterans Boulevard to intermediate commercial, a rezoning of Bass Pro Drive parcels, and a Walmart store site plan. It also approved annexation and zoning requests for properties on Maggie Mack Lane and Johnson Estates Lane, and adopted a public‑art installation. All actions passed unanimously. The meeting also approved the previous minutes.

• Approved minutes from July 03 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred annexation, plan of services and rezoning for Andrew Huff property on Lewelling Rd (unanimous)
• Approved plan of services for Bazan Construction Inc. on Maggie Mack Lane (unanimous)
• Approved annexation resolution for Bazan Construction Inc. on Maggie Mack Lane (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Bazan Construction Inc. on Maggie Mack Lane (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 24.7 acres on Veterans Boulevard for Olympus Development (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Bass Pro Drive parcels from tourist to intermediate commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Walmart store and fuel center site plan on Winfield Dunn Rd (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss several high-cost infrastructure and equipment purchases. Key items include funding for city park improvements and new technology for patrol cruisers. The body will also consider a resolution regarding payments in lieu of tax for an industrial project.

• City Park improvement project expenses not to exceed $13,570,818
• 60 Axon Fleet 3 Dual Camera Systems for patrol cruisers for $33,000
• 46 laptop docking stations for patrol cruisers for $31,600
• Two-year contract with 120 Water for lead and copper services for $49,017.70
• Aerification of Golf Course greens for $13,186 to Tennessee Turf Services

The Board approved a $13,570,818 contract for a City Park Improvement project that includes new turf fields, a pavilion and utility upgrades. It also approved a resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board to negotiate payments for a 288‑unit affordable housing project. Additional approvals covered grant applications for fire and school resources, purchases of fire uniforms, police in‑car cameras, water‑software licensing, and an extension for a retail package store opening.

• Approved $13,570,818 City Park Improvement contract (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution R2025‑010 for Industrial Development Board to negotiate payments for 288‑unit housing project (motion carried)
• Approved multiple grant applications for fire equipment, school resource officers, water infrastructure, first aid kits, playground equipment, and security cameras (motion carried)
• Approved annual fire department uniform purchases within budget (motion carried)
• Approved fire department expenditures for SCBA air bottles ($29,300) and training services (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of 60 Axon in‑car cameras for police ($33,000) (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of 46 Panasonic Toughbook docking stations for police ($31,600) (motion carried)
• Approved water & sewer software contract with 120 Water for $49,017.70 (motion carried)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board adopted two ordinances updating the sewer use rules and the city’s operating and capital budgets. It approved a series of contracts and purchases, including a $1,020,861 IT software package, a $705,969 traffic‑signal upgrade, wayfinding signage contracts, and 60 police in‑car cameras. Additional approvals covered budget expense payments, a release of a US 441 slope easement, and other department expenditures.

• Approved Ordinance O2025-010 amending the Sewer Use Ordinance (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance O2025-011 amending Operating and TDZ Capital Budgets (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution R2025-009 directing payment of FY2026 budgeted expenses
• Approved Wayfinding contracts with KMA Design for $38,696
• Approved IT software maintenance contract for $1,020,861
• Approved traffic signal upgrade contract with Stansell Electric for $705,969
• Approved purchase of 60 Axon in‑car cameras for $574,332
• Approved release of US 441 slope easement

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The July 7, 2025 meeting of the City of Sevierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen has been cancelled due to the Independence Day holiday.

The regular Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting on July 7, 2025 was cancelled because of the Independence Day holiday. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several rezoning requests and site plan approvals for commercial and residential developments. The body will also vote on the city's 5-year paving and sidewalk plans and elect its officers.

• Site plan for a two-story professional office on Dolly Parton Parkway
• Site plan for an HTeaO drive-through on Dolly Parton Parkway
• Rezoning of 405 Rainbow Road from County R-2 to County C-1 (Rural Commercial)
• Rezoning of Red Bank Rd property to Master Planned Development (MPD)
• Approval of City of Sevierville 5 Year Paving and 5 Year Sidewalk Plans

The Sevierville Planning Commission approved two site‑plan applications, denied a rezoning request, and postponed three pending items. All actions were approved unanimously. The minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously.

• Approved site plan for a professional office on Dolly Parton Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for a drive‑through establishment on Dolly Parton Parkway (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 405 Rainbow Road from County R‑2 to County C‑1 (unanimous)
• Postponed plan of services, annexation, and rezoning items for Lewelling Rd parcel (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider a request for sign updates at 101 E. Main St. The body will determine if the proposed changes are aesthetically consistent with the District.

• Request to replace existing double-sided projecting sign and monument sign panel at 101 E. Main St.

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider the final reading of the FY2026 operating and capital budgets and the 2025 property tax rate. The board is also reviewing a zoning change on Winfield Dunn Parkway and several high-value equipment and land purchases.

• Ordinance O-2025-007 to set FY2026 budget and property tax rate at $0.4254 per $100 of assessed value
• Ordinance O-2025-009 to rezone Tax Map 12, Parcel 178.00 on Winfield Dunn Parkway from AR to AC
• Purchase of property on Fortenberry Road (Tax Map 012, Parcel 105.02 and portion of 105.00) for $1,420,000
• Contract Amendment 1 with Tennessee Department of Transportation for Veterans Boulevard, Phase 2 for $11,997,000
• Purchase of a pre-owned mobile command vehicle for $175,000 using the drug forfeiture fund

The Board passed Ordinance O2025-007, appropriating funds for city departments and establishing the 2025 property tax rate. It also adopted Ordinance O2025-009 rezoning Winfield Dunn Parkway, Ordinance O2025-010 amending the sewer use ordinance, and Ordinance O2025-011 amending the operating and TDZ budgets. Additional actions included approving the purchase of 23.68 acres for $1,420,000 and authorizing numerous contracts and equipment purchases.

• Approved Ordinance O2025-007 (budget and 2025 tax rate) – all four votes yes
• Approved Ordinance O2025-009 (rezone Winfield Dunn Parkway) – all four votes yes
• Approved Ordinance O2025-010 (sewer use amendment) – all four votes yes
• Approved Ordinance O2025-011 (operating and TDZ budget amendment) – all four votes yes
• Approved purchase of 23.68 acres adjacent to North Sevierville Center for $1,420,000
• Approved addendum #1 for joint youth baseball program with City of Pigeon Forge
• Approved purchase of Ferris zero‑turn mower for $12,500
• Approved multiple public works contracts and extensions as presented

Public Building Authority

The Public Building Authority is meeting to discuss and potentially approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price agreement for the North Sevierville Project. The proposed contract covers the sitework package with a target completion date of August 15, 2026.

• Proposed Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement with Vannoy Construction for $5,494,429 for North Sevierville Project sitework

The Authority approved the May 6, 2023 meeting minutes without a reading. It also approved a guaranteed maximum price agreement with Vannoy Construction for the sitework package of the North Sevierville Project, valued at $5,494,429.00 with a substantial completion date of August 15, 2026. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 6, 2023 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved guaranteed maximum price agreement with Vannoy Construction for North Sevierville Project sitework, $5,494,429.00 (motion carried)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board is meeting to consider a second amendment to a purchase agreement with Orange Development, LLC. The proposed change would extend the feasibility period for the buyer until September 9, 2025.

• Proposed second amendment to Purchase Agreement with Orange Development, LLC for approximately 10 acres adjacent to the Sevierville Welcome Center on Highway 66
• Proposed extension of the feasibility period to September 9, 2025, for a planned retail center

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss one new business case. The board is reviewing a request for a variance regarding minimum lot width requirements in the AC district.

• Case 25-07: Amanda Ortiz request for a variance of 50 feet and 57 feet from the required 149 feet minimum lot width to develop two buildings

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request from Amanda Ortiz seeking a 50‑57 foot reduction from the required 149 foot lot width in the AC district. The motion to deny was made by Vice Chairman Stott, seconded by Member Fox, and passed with five votes in favor and one against. Earlier, the board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Denied Amanda Ortiz variance request for lot width (5-1 vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several site plans, including a new Kroger grocery store and fuel center on Parkway. The body will also discuss annexation and zoning requests for properties on Lewelling Road and Maggie Mack Lane.

• Site plan for new Kroger grocery store and fuel center on Parkway
• Conceptual site plan for Cherokee Overlook Phases 6 & 7 on Bass Pro Dr
• Conceptual site plan for a shopping center PUD on Douglas Dam Rd
• Rezoning request for 328 Maggie Mack Lane from LDR and HDR to MDR
• Annexation and zoning requests for properties on Lewelling Rd and Maggie Mack Lane

The commission approved three conceptual site plans: Cherokee Overlook phases 6 & 7, a new Kroger grocery store and fuel center on the Parkway, and a retail facility on Douglas Dam Road. It also deferred four items requested by Andrew Huff and four items requested by Bazan Construction until next month. All actions passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved minutes from May 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred Andrew Huff plan of services, annexation, and rezoning items (unanimous)
• Deferred Bazan Construction plan of services, annexation, and rezoning items (unanimous)
• Approved conceptual site plan for Cherokee Overlook phases 6 & 7 (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for new Kroger grocery store and fuel center (unanimous)
• Approved conceptual site plan for East Tennessee Contractors retail facility on Douglas Dam Rd (unanimous)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a second reading of the fiscal year 2026 budget and the 2025 property tax rate. The meeting includes decisions on several vehicle purchases and a zoning change on Winfield Dunn Parkway.

• Ordinance O-2025-007: 2026 budget and 2025 property tax rate proposed at $0.4254 per $100
• Ordinance O-2025-009: Rezoning Winfield Dunn Parkway (Tax Map 12, Parcel 178.00) from AR to AC
• Purchase of a Quad Axle dump truck from MHC Kenworth for $247,265.89
• Purchase of a F550 dump truck from Ford of Murfreesboro for $101,935
• Purchase of a Ford Explorer Administrative Vehicle for Golf Course for $44,159

The Board approved the minutes of the May 19 meeting and ratified several board appointments. It adopted an ordinance appropriating funds and establishing the 2025 property tax rate, and passed two zoning‑related ordinances. Additional ordinances amending the sewer use code and authorizing a $24,000 grant, vehicle purchases and other contracts were also approved.

• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Ratified listed board and committee appointments (motion carried)
• Approved ordinance O2025-007 appropriating funds and setting 2025 property tax rate (Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none)
• Approved ordinance O2025-009 rezoning Winfield Dunn Parkway (Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none)
• Approved ordinance O2025-010 amendment to Sewer Use Ordinance (Yes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; No: none)
• Approved $24,000 Gary Sinise Foundation grant for ballistic plates (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer for $44,159 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of quad‑axle dump truck for $247,265.89 (motion carried)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor & Aldermen will hold the first reading of Ordinance O-2025-007, which appropriates funds for FY2026, approves fee schedules and pay plan, and sets the property tax rate at $0.4254 per $100 assessed value. Other major items include annexation and rezoning of about 33.4 acres on Pullen Road for residential development, and rezoning of a parcel on Winfield Dunn Parkway from AR to AC. Several contracts and purchases are also up for approval.

• First reading of FY2026 budget ordinance with property tax rate of $0.4254 per $100 assessed value
• Annexation and zoning changes for 33.4 acres on Pullen Road for single-family and medium-density residential development
• Rezoning of property on Winfield Dunn Parkway from AR to AC (Tax Map 12, Parcel 178.00)
• Purchase of LED Retro Lighting Kits from Graybar for $84,454.92
• Contract to replace decorative rails on Bruce Street for $113,500

The Board approved Ordinance O2025-007, adopting the budget and establishing the 2025 property tax rate, with a unanimous vote. It ratified three historic landmarks board appointments, approved Ordinance O2025-009 rezoning Winfield Dunn Parkway, and authorized purchases and contracts totaling $441,779.72. Several Pullen Road annexation items were removed from the agenda.

• Approved Ordinance O2025-007 (budget and property tax rate) – passed on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance O2025-009 rezoning Winfield Dunn Parkway – passed on first reading (5-0)
• Ratified historic landmarks board appointments for Dennis Chambers, Annette Carpenter, and Emily Kile – motion carried
• Approved purchase of LED retro lighting kits for Convention Center ballroom, $84,454.92 – motion carried
• Approved contract for decorative rail replacement on Bruce Street, $113,500.00 – motion carried
• Approved change order #4 for McCroskey Island wastewater plant expansion, $243,824.82 – motion carried
• Removed resolutions R2025-007, R2025-008, and Ordinance O2025-008 from agenda

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Sevierville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two variance requests at its May 8, 2025 meeting. One request from Robert Virden seeks a side yard setback variance of 5 feet and front yard setback variance of 15 feet on Tax Map 037E A Parcel 001.00. The other from East Tennessee Contractors seeks variances from PUD standards for existing and proposed buildings at 167 W. Dumplin Valley, Tax Map 008 Parcel 110.12. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hold a public forum.

• Case 25-05: Robert Virden requests side yard setback variance of 5 ft and front yard setback variance of 15 ft, Tax Map 037E A Parcel 001.00
• Case 25-06: East Tennessee Contractors requests variance from PUD standards for 9' existing building and 4.5' proposed building from required 25 ft exterior setback at 167 W. Dumplin Valley, Tax Map 008 Parcel 110.12
• Approval of minutes from April 3, 2025 meeting
• Public forum for citizen comments

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting. It approved a variance for Robert Virden’s property (side yard setback of 5 ft and front yard setback of 15 ft) with conditions, also by unanimous vote. The board unanimously accepted the withdrawal of East Tennessee Contractors’ variance request for a front‑setback reduction on parcel 110.12, directing the applicant to resubmit an updated site plan later.

• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance for Robert Virden, side yard 5 ft & front yard 15 ft, subject to restrictions (unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal of East Tennessee Contractors variance request for front setback on parcel 110.12 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider old business including a deferred annexation and rezoning request from Andrew Huff for high-density residential on Lewelling Rd, as well as new business with annexation and rezoning requests from Perry Smith Development for properties on Pullen Rd. Multiple site plans are also on the agenda, including a new fire station and public works facility, a concrete plant, and a Skyland Ranch attraction. The commission will also provide comments on the proposed Red Bank Rd development.

• Adoption of Plan of Services and Annexation Resolution for property on Lewelling Rd (Tax Map 72 Parcel 6.01) by Andrew Huff
• Rezoning of Lewelling Rd property to HDR (High Density Residential) zoning district
• Perry Smith Development annexation and rezoning requests for Pullen Rd properties (Tax Map 73 Parcel 26.00 and Tax Map 73B Group E Parcels 1-4) to HDR and LDR
• Rezoning request from Agricultural Residential (AR) to Arterial Commercial (AC) for property on Winfield Dunn Pkwy (Tax Map 12 Parcel 178.00)
• Site plan approval for a new fire station and public works facility (Kodak Center) on Winfield Dunn Parkway

The commission deferred three pending items from Andrew Huff (plan of services, annexation, and rezoning) until next month. It then unanimously approved a series of new business items, including the plan of services, annexation and rezoning to medium‑density residential for Perry Smith Development parcels on Pullen Road, rezoning a Winfield Dunn Parkway property to arterial commercial, and multiple site‑plan approvals for the Kodak Center fire station, a downtown parking lot, a Skyland Ranch attraction, a Blalock Concrete Plant, a Willy’s Metal Roofing breezeway, and a revised plat for Morgan Landing.

• Deferred D1‑D3 (Andrew Huff plan of services, annexation, rezoning) until next month (unanimous)
• Approved plan of services, annexation and rezoning to MDR for Perry Smith Development parcels on Pullen Rd (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from AR to AC for Carlson Consulting property on Winfield Dunn Pkwy (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Kodak Center fire station/public works facility (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for public parking lot on N Parkway & Bruce St (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Skyland Ranch attraction at 1628 Parkway, no moving lights (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Blalock Concrete Plant on Boyd’s Creek Hwy (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Willy’s Metal Roofing with breezeway condition (unanimous)

Public Building Authority

The Public Building Authority will consider a resolution to amend its Indenture of Trust to add Index Period and Fixed Rate Period options for bond issuances, enabling more flexible financing. The board will also vote on four change orders for construction projects, including unused contingency and material changes at the Children's Center and other facilities. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a public forum. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda for the change orders.

• Consider Resolution PBA-R-2025-001 to amend the Indenture of Trust (add Index Period and Fixed Rate Period)
• Consider change order 013 to Denark Construction for unused owner contingency
• Consider change order 1 to RFS Sports for adhesive change at the Children's Center sports floor
• Consider change order 011 to Denark Construction for material change at the entry gable
• Consider change order 2 to RFS Sports for credit for wall base material and adhesive

The Authority approved the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes. It approved Resolution PBA‑R‑2025‑001 to amend the 2008 PBA Indenture of Trust. It approved five construction change orders: a $886.41 credit to Denark Construction, a $1,603.02 adhesive change for RFS Sports, an $8,645.20 material change for Denark Construction, and a $327.00 credit to RFS Sports. All motions carried.

• Approved November 12, 2024 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution PBA‑R‑2025‑001 to amend the PBA Indenture of Trust dated September 1, 2008 (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order 013 to Denark Construction for $886.41 credit (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order 1 to RFS Sports for $1,603.02 adhesive change (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order 011 to Denark Construction for $8,645.20 material change (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order 2 to RFS Sports for $327.00 credit for wall base material and adhesive (motion carried)

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board will consider approving an amendment to the purchase agreement with Orange Development, LLC for approximately 10 acres adjacent to the Sevierville Welcome Center on Highway 66. The amendment raises the purchase price from $5,200,000 to $5,850,000 and adds seller obligations to install a traffic signal and improve roads, with $650,000 held in escrow until completion. The property is planned for a retail center.

• Approval of amendment to Purchase Agreement with Orange Development, LLC
• Purchase price increased to $5,850,000 from $5,200,000
• Seller to install traffic signal at Fred Bryant Lane and Winfield Dunn Parkway
• $650,000 escrow for road improvements tied to completion deadline
• Property adjacent to Sevierville Welcome Center on Highway 66

The Industrial Development Board approved an amendment to its purchase agreement with Orange Development LLC. The amendment adds a $650,000 portion of the purchase price to be deposited into escrow at closing. The board also approved the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting. No other business was taken up.

• Approved amendment to purchase agreement with Orange Development LLC, adding $650,000 escrow (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of the November 12, 2024 meeting (motion carried)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a third reading of an ordinance to update property maintenance regulations. The meeting also includes votes on several city purchases, vehicle donations, and a TDOT maintenance agreement.

• 3rd reading of Ordinance O-2025-006 to update Title 13 regarding Property Maintenance
• Printing of 2026 Sevierville Vacation Planner for $143,200
• Purchase of three pickup trucks and an Explorer from Ford of Murfreesboro for $151,371 plus 10% contingency
• Annual TDOT Maintenance Agreement with maximum reimbursement of $214,636.26
• Police vehicle donations to City of Baneberry, Dandridge Fire Department, and Lakeway Central Fire Department at $3,000 each

The board approved the April 21, 2025 minutes, appointed Mitch Rader as Vice Mayor, and passed ordinance O2025-006 updating property maintenance regulations. It also approved a lease to build 30 downtown parking spaces and authorized several contracts, including a $143,200 vacation planner print job, vehicle purchases totaling $151,371, and a $214,636 TDOT maintenance contract.

• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Appointed Mitch Rader as Vice Mayor (motion carried)
• Passed ordinance O2025-006 updating property maintenance regulations (unanimous yes)
• Approved lease for 126 & 128 Parkway to construct 30 surface lot parking spaces (motion carried)
• Approved $143,200 contract with Walsworth Publishing for 2026 Vacation Planner (motion carried)
• Approved $11,260 purchase of driving range mats from Range Servant (motion carried)
• Approved $10,125 purchase of five Police mobile CAD licenses (motion carried)
• Approved $151,371 purchase of Ford Ranger, F150, and Explorer vehicles (motion carried)

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop to discuss the FY 2026 Budget. The meeting is scheduled for May 5, 2025, at the Sevierville Civic Center.

• Discussion of FY 2026 Budget

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen met on May 5, 2025 and discussed the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 4:43 PM.

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with final votes on two zoning map amendments (third reading) and a safety program ordinance. They will also consider resolutions to issue up to $7.5 million in general obligation refunding bonds, several public works contracts, and other routine business.

• Third reading of ordinance to rezone property between North Parkway and 214 E. Main Street to Town Center district
• Third reading of ordinance amending height requirements in Town Center district
• Resolution authorizing up to $7.5 million in general obligation refunding bonds
• Contract with TDOT for $124,993 sidewalk construction on West Main Street and Dolly Parton Parkway
• Change order for $100,000 for design of North Sevierville Center Project

The Board approved several ordinances, including a zoning map amendment for the North Parkway to 214 E Main Street area, a change to height requirements in the Town Center district, an occupational safety and health program, and an update to property maintenance regulations. It also authorized the issuance of up to $7.5 million in general obligation refunding bonds and approved the consolidation of multiple public improvement bond series. Additional actions included approving contract amendments for TDOT road work, a $100,000 change order for the North Sevierville Center project, and a $23,750 contract for Court Avenue Blueway trenching.

• Approved ordinance O2025-003 (zoning map amendment) – Yes votes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader
• Approved ordinance O2025-004 (height requirement amendment) – Yes votes: Helton, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader; abstain: Koester
• Approved ordinance O2025-005 (occupational safety and health program) – Yes votes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader
• Approved ordinance O2025-006 (property maintenance regulations) – Yes votes: Helton, Koester, McCroskey, Ohman, Rader
• Approved Resolution R2025-001 authorizing up to $7,500,000 in general obligation refunding bonds – motion carried
• Approved Resolution R2025-004 consolidating 2009B bond series – motion carried
• Approved amendment #6 to TDOT contract for SR35/SR449 intersection – motion carried
• Approved $100,000 change order for North Sevierville Center project – motion carried

Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Sevierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop to discuss the FY 2026 Budget and other items. This is a working session, not a voting meeting. The public is invited.

• Discussion of FY 2026 Budget

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen met on April 7, 2024 at the Sevierville Civic Center. Members discussed the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 4:41 PM.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider two new variance requests. The body will determine if applicants may deviate from standard zoning requirements for landscaping and signage.

• Case 25-03: Miller Land Partnership request for a variance from the 7’ landscape buffer at New Era Rd & Parkway
• Case 25-04: BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc request for a signage variance at Old Douglas Dam Rd

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 9, 2025 meeting. It then approved Miller Land Partnerships' request to expand the right of way at 1570 Parkway, but only if the property is conveyed to the city. The board unanimously denied BJ’s Wholesale Club's request for variances to install LED fuel pricers, a roof‑mounted sign, and additional signage square footage.

• Approved January 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Miller Land right‑of‑way expansion, subject to city conveyance (unanimous)
• Denied BJ’s Wholesale Club signage and LED pricer variances (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review requests for the annexation and rezoning of property on Lewelling Rd to High Density Residential. The body will also consider a commercial rezoning request and a site plan for city park renovations.

• Annexation and HDR High Density Residential rezoning for Andrew Huff at Lewelling Rd (Tax Map 72 Parcel 6.01)
• Rezoning request by Bhikhabhai Patel from County R-1 Rural Residential to C-1 Rural Commercial at Dumplin Valley Rd and Douglas Dam Rd
• Final site plan approval for renovations of ball fields, parking, and concessions at Sevierville City Park (1005 Parks Rd)
• Public forum comments regarding Red Bank Rd rezoning

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting. It deferred for one month the adoption of a plan of services, annexation resolution, and rezoning request for the Lewelling Road parcel. The commission unanimously denied a rezoning request for a parcel on Dumplin Valley Road. It also unanimously approved the final site plan for the renovation of Sevierville City Park at 1005 Parks Rd.

• Approved March 6 minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred adoption of plan of services, annexation resolution, and rezoning for Lewelling Rd parcel (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of Dumplin Valley Rd parcel (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Sevierville City Park renovation at 1005 Parks Rd (unanimous)

Historic Zoning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Law Office of Michael Green to reface an existing projecting sign at 117 Court Avenue. A staff report details that the building is a contributing structure in the Downtown Historic District, erected in the 1920s. The commission will evaluate whether the proposal meets the Secretary of Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation and aesthetic consistency with the district.

• Law Office of Michael Green requests approval to replace existing projecting sign with like materials at 117 Court Ave
• Staff report notes the 1920s brick building is a contributing structure and currently houses Green Waters Ogle & McCarter Law Firm
• Commission will apply criteria including harmony with district intent, aesthetic consistency, and Secretary of Interior's Standards
• Meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 12, 2024, and discussion of old business

The commission approved the minutes from the November 11, 2024 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved the Law Office of Michael Green's request to reface the existing projecting sign at 117 Court Avenue, again unanimously. No other business was taken.

• Approved November 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sign reface for 117 Court Avenue (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Sevierville Planning Commission will discuss a zoning ordinance amendment to increase height limits in the Town Center district from 64 to 77 feet, with a possible 10-foot bonus for structured parking. The Commission will also consider rezoning four parcels on East Main Street to Town Center zoning and vote on final site plans for a grocery, an Arby's, an 8-unit apartment building, and an airport runway relocation.

• Zoning ordinance amendment to increase Town Center height limits (up to 77 ft with bonus for structured parking)
• Rezoning of four parcels on East Main Street from AC/IC to Town Center (Tax Map 049K, Group B, Parcels 020, 021, 050, 051)
• Final approval for Kings Grocery – 4,500 sq ft retail at 1401 Old Newport Highway
• Final approval for Newport Arby's at Dolly Parton Pkwy/Newport Highway
• Final approval for Catlettsburg Apartments – 8 units at 1483 Catlettsburg Road

The Sevierville Planning Commission approved a rezoning ordinance amendment to change several parcels on East Main Street from Arterial and Intermediate Commercial to Town Center, and also approved a zoning ordinance amendment to increase building height limits in the Town Center zone. Both measures were certified to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. The commission also unanimously approved four site plans, including a convenience store, an Arby's restaurant, an apartment complex, and a runway relocation.

• Approved rezoning of East Main Street parcels to Town Center (5-1, Stott no)
• Approved Town Center height limit amendment allowing up to 88 ft (5-1, Stott no)
• Approved Kings Grocery site plan at 1401 Old Newport Highway (unanimous)
• Approved Newport Arby's site plan (unanimous)
• Approved Catlettsburg Apartments site plan at 1483 Catlettsburg Road (unanimous)
• Approved runway relocation site plan at 134 Air Museum Way (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a staff-initiated request to rezone four parcels on East Main Street to Town Center zoning. The body will also consider final site plan approval for a church addition on Oak Street.

• Rezoning of Tax Map 049K, Group B, Parcels 020.00, 021.00, 050.00, 051.00 on East Main Street from Arterial and Intermediate Commercial to Town Center
• Final site plan approval for a 15,921 sq. ft. addition to Purpose Church at 1018 Oak Street

The Sevierville Planning Commission voted unanimously to defer a rezoning request for properties on East Main Street from Arterial Commercial and Intermediate Commercial to Town Center. The commission also approved a site plan for the Purpose Church addition at 1018 Oak Street, subject to resolution of outstanding staff comments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from January 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred rezoning from AC/IC to TC for East Main Street parcels (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Purpose Church addition at 1018 Oak Street, subject to staff comments (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Sevierville Board of Zoning Appeals will hear two items: a variance request for an accessory structure at 228 Evergreen Drive and a map interpretation to correct a zoning discrepancy on the Maggie Mack/Timberlodge parcel. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comments.

• Case 25-01 – Guy Ratcliff requests a 6-foot side yard variance for a detached accessory structure at 228 Evergreen Drive due to a drainage hardship.
• Case 25-02 – Staff requests a map determination to rezone approximately 1.2 acres of unzoned land on the Maggie Mack & Timberlodge parcel to LDR (Low Density Residential).

The Sevierville Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for an accessory structure at 228 Evergreen Drive and determined that 1.2 acres of unzoned city land is Low Density Residential (LDR). Both decisions were unanimous.

• Approved accessory structure location variance for Guy Ratcliff at 228 Evergreen Drive (unanimous)
• Determined 1.2 acres of unzoned city land as Low Density Residential (LDR) (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Sevierville Planning Commission will consider adopting the SR416 Corridor Study Plan and review several development proposals. Key items include a 41-unit townhome project, a Culver's restaurant site plan, annexation and zoning for Hardin Lane parcels, and a zoning amendment for indoor amusement uses.

• Review and adoption of SR416 Corridor Study Plan
• Preliminary PUD approval for Bob Hollow Townhomes (41 units) at 246 Bob Hollow Road
• Final site plan approval for Culver's restaurant on Dolly Parton Parkway
• Annexation and Medium Density Residential zoning for Tax Map 061 parcels on Hardin Lane
• Zoning ordinance amendment to allow indoor amusement in Intermediate Commercial district

The Sevierville Planning Commission approved the SR416 Corridor Study Plan, which recommends road widening, intersection realignment, sidewalks, and warning signs, and certified it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. The commission denied a plan of services, annexation, and MDR zoning for properties on Hardin Lane, and also denied a master sign plan for The Lodges at Smith Creek Reserve and a short-term rental request on Pool Street. It approved a preliminary PUD for Bob Hollow Townhomes, a concept plat for Red Cedar Ridge, a site plan for Culver's, and a zoning ordinance amendment for indoor places of amusement.

• Approved SR416 Corridor Study Plan (unanimous)
• Denied Plan of Services for Hardin Lane parcels (unanimous)
• Denied annexation for Hardin Lane parcels (unanimous)
• Denied MDR zoning for Hardin Lane parcels (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary PUD for Bob Hollow Townhomes (unanimous)
• Approved concept plat for Red Cedar Ridge (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Culver's (unanimous)
• Denied master sign plan for The Lodges at Smith Creek Reserve (unanimous)