Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District / May 5, 2020
Kim Lynch, et al., Appellants, vs. Franklin County, Missouri, et al., Respondents.
Kim Lynch and Hootie's Rescue Haven appealed a circuit court judgment that upheld the Franklin County Board of Zoning Adjustment's decision. The Board had approved a conditional use permit for Meramec Aggregates, Inc. to operate a gravel mine. Appellants argued the Commission's voting procedure was unlawful and that the Board's decision lacked substantial evidence. The appellate court affirmed the circuit court's judgment, finding the Commission's approval was valid and the Board's decision was supported by competent and substantial evidence.