Bastian v. Board of Zoning Adjustment

WRIGHT, Retired Appellate Judge.

Frank O. Bastían and Carol L. Bastían appealed to the Board of Zoning Adjustment of the City of Daphne, challenging the braiding inspector’s issuance of a certificate of occupancy to their neighbors, R.J. Stevens and Rebecca B. Stevens. Following a hearing, the Board affirmed the building inspector’s issuance of a certificate of occupancy. Six days later, the Bastians filed a notice of appeal with the Board, pursuant to § 11-52-81, Ala.Code 1975.

The Board certified a copy of its minutes and records to the circuit court. Approximately four months later, after…