HB516 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Primary Sponsor: Randy Davis
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Spanish Fort, boundary altered to annex certain property, property deannexed fom Daphne
Summary: HB516 changes Spanish Fort's boundaries by annexing a 4.19-acre parcel and de-annexing it from Daphne.
What This Bill Does
Alters the boundary to include a 4.19-acre tract within Spanish Fort, in addition to its existing territory. De-annexes the same tract from the City of Daphne, transferring jurisdiction to Spanish Fort. The annexed area will be governed by Spanish Fort's laws and City Council, with exclusive control. A map of the proposed annexation is on file with the Baldwin County Judge of Probate and available to the public.

Who It Affects
Residents and property owners within the 4.19-acre parcel: their area will be under Spanish Fort's ordinances and city services.
Residents and property owners in Daphne who were within the affected area: their jurisdiction will shift from Daphne to Spanish Fort (de-annexed from Daphne).

Key Provisions
Section 1 redefines the boundary of the City of Spanish Fort to include the 4.19-acre parcel and to exclude other municipalities.
Section 2 states the annexed territory is subject to Spanish Fort laws and that Spanish Fort will have exclusive jurisdiction over it; any portion overlapping Daphne will be de-annexed from Daphne.
Section 3 requires a map showing the proposed annexation to be on file with the Baldwin County Judge of Probate for public inspection.
Section 4 provides severability; Section 5 repeals conflicting laws; Section 6 makes the act effective immediately upon passage and governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Baldwin County