Bill > HB226

This bill amends Section 11-52-81 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to modify the procedures for appealing decisions made by a municipal zoning board of adjustment. The key provisions are: 1) the aggrieved party must file a written notice of appeal with the board within 15 days of the final decision, and then file the appeal with the circuit court within 30 days, serving the board as well; 2) the board must submit a certified copy of the meeting minutes and any relevant documents to the circuit court within 45 days after being served with the appeal; and 3) the circuit court must consider specific factors, such as the likelihood of success on the merits and potential irreparable injury, when determining whether to grant a stay of the board's decision during the appeal process.