Blount County v. Campbell

STAKELY, Justice.

This is a condemnation proceeding instituted by Blount County to acquire certain lands owned by the respondent Lonnie Campbell for a public highway.

The proceedings were commenced in the Law and Equity Court of Blount County by petitioner Blount County. The land sought to be taken was an 8.33 acre portion of Lonnie Campbell’s tract of some 80 acres. A hearing was held and the court ordered the petition granted. Three Commissioners were appointed to assess the damages and compensation due to the respondent. The Commissioners reported that the respondent was entitled to $1,800…