Brabham v. City of Sumter

Lewis, Chief Justice:

The plaintiff initiated this action seeking money damages for a change in zoning classification of his property, which he alleges resulted in a taking of his property for public use without just compensation. The trial judge sustained a demurrer to the complaint, and plaintiff appeals. We affirm.

Essentially, the appellant’s complaint alleges that he advised the defendant on numerous occasions that he would experience irreparable harm, if a new zoning ordinance were adopted. Despite his requests, a new zoning ordinance was passed and his subsequent efforts for change have…