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Jefferson County planning commission votes to pursue court action over unpermitted trailers
Summary
The Jefferson County Planning Commission voted unanimously to move forward with court proceedings after finding multiple unpermitted mobile homes on property owned by Calvin Daughtry. Neighbors described safety, health and water-runoff concerns; staff said the trailers have sat for about a year without required permits.
The Jefferson County Planning Commission voted unanimously to pursue court action on a code-enforcement case involving unpermitted mobile homes parked on property owned by Calvin Daughtry.
Commission staff told the commission the trailers have been on the property — listed in materials as 421 Bryant's Court — for about a year and that the owner has not applied for required permits, septic approvals or variances. Staff described repeated attempts to contact the owner by certified mail and email before bringing the matter to the commission.
The action follows public comments from multiple nearby residents who said the trailers are in poor condition and are affecting property values and quality of life. Christine Lanham, who identified herself as a resident at 751 E. On 1033 N., said she has stage 4 lung cancer and described debris and damaged landscaping she attributed to the trailers. Monty Brandon and other neighbors cited concerns about trash, trespass, and the potential for property devaluation.
Staff described legal and administrative steps the county can use, including enforcement orders, injunctions and fines under local code, and noted separate treasurer/registration requirements for moving mobile homes into the county. Pat (staff attorney) said mobile homes must be registered with the treasurer and that moving a unit requires a permit so the county can assess and tax the unit properly.
After discussion, a board member moved to pursue court action; the motion was seconded, and the commission voted unanimously to proceed with filing. The motion directs staff and county counsel to initiate enforcement through the courts rather than delay further pending the owner's participation.
The commission did not record a roll-call tally by name in the transcript; the chair announced the vote was unanimous. Staff said the trailers had been parked without proper permitting and that additional review would be required if the owner later submits plans to place units permanently (including septic approvals and parceling requirements).
The commission's action begins the county's formal enforcement process; further filings and a court schedule were not specified in the meeting.
