Bennett v. Board of Adjustment

We hold that the record of a proceeding from which a writ of review is taken to a court of record must be in writing to effect a proper review.

The Benton County Board of Adjustment (Board) issued a special use permit to John Thom to operate a mobile home park. Prior to issuance of the permit, the Board held three public hearings recorded on tape. Appellants sought, by writ of certiorari, review of the Board's action granting the permit. The trial court, in granting the writ, denied plaintiffs' request for transcription of the tapes. The Board submitted the following evidence to the court: (1)…