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the construction of a church and parsonage on the Lozano property would conflict with the rural character of the neighborhood. Also, Hall has seven ponds on his property, which he uses to breed and raise fish. He fears that the additional traffic caused by the new church could pollute his ponds.

In general, the Halls feel that both the peaceful use and market value of their land are at stake in the lawsuit:

Despite Hall’s protests, the BZA approved the special use permit after conducting an on-site inspection April 24. One month later the Halls filed their suit, which includes: 1) a petition for a writ of certiorari (a request that the BZA’s decision be reviewed), and 2) a bill of complaint for declaratory judgment, injunctive relief, damages and attorney’s fees.

In short, the Halls are asking that the court: • issue a temporary injunction to prevent the Lozanos from selling either of two tracts of land to the trustees of the Sperryville Assembly of God Church. • prevent the church’s trustees from acting on the BZA’s approval of the special use permit pending the outcome of this case. • declare the BZA’s approval of the per(Continued

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