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oh wow. Watch the rejection on video linkhttps://crankers.com/watch/videos/4022/alabama-town-rejects-plan-to-build-a-large-muslim-school/Alabama town REJECTS a plan to build a large Muslim school. Residents fear becoming the next Dearborn. Hoover residents showed up EN MASSE, and told their officials to vote down the Muslim center.A local government body in Alabama, the Hoover Planning and Zoning Commission, voted to deny a proposal for the Islamic Academy of Alabama to relocate and expand into a commercial building. The decision, made on December 1, 2025, has generated significant controversy and debate over religious freedom.The commission voted unanimously to recommend the City Council deny the school's application for a "conditional use" permit needed to operate in a planned office development area. The final decision rests with the Hoover City Council, expected to vote in January.City staff and commission members cited reasons related to zoning criteria, specifically that a school and community center did not align with the city's comprehensive plan to develop the area into a "tech center". Concerns were also raised about the accuracy of the traffic study and the shifting scope of the proposed community center.The meeting was filled with nearly 200 residents, most of whom opposed the plan. Public comments included legitimate zoning concerns, but also what the school's attorney and local media described as "harmful stereotypes and conspiracy theories about Muslims and Islamic institutions."Some residents held signs referencing "Dearborn, Michigan," implying fears of a "cultural takeover."The school, which has operated in nearby Homewood since 1995, stated its plan was consistent and that they were not attempting to mislead anyone. They are currently evaluating their next steps.The situation has opened up local and state-level debates about religious freedom, and Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville has reportedly spoken against the school's application.On the other hand, this is great news. This is America.