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Property Recovery

Council actions on neglected property — demolitions, nuisance findings, and liens against owners for cleanup costs.

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Indexed so far 179 items in last 8 months
Total dollars $44.0M where disclosed
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March 3, 2026 · Item number:Item #38 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Mayor authorized to execute revised ground lease for Graymont housing project

City approves updated lease terms with developer Veranda at Graymont School, LP for the Choice Neighborhoods/Legacy at Graymont Project, enabling continued mixed-income housing development in the neighborhood.

Counterparty: Veranda at Graymont School, LP Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: Graymont
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #61 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $170K

City purchases Music Center property for $168,000

City acquires real estate from Music Center, LLC. Property location and intended use not specified in available details.

Counterparty: Music Center, LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #30 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City joins sanitary sewer easement with Airport Authority and Jefferson County

Allows Birmingham to share sewage infrastructure with the airport and county, supporting regional utility coordination and airport operations.

Counterparty: Birmingham Airport Authority and Jefferson County, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #60 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves infrastructure partnership with Jefferson County

Jefferson County will make public infrastructure improvements in the city. Details on specific projects and locations are limited.

Counterparty: Jefferson County, Alabama Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #31 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City authorizes agreement with Board of Education for school services

City and schools coordinate to provide services at Minor and Brown elementary schools. Details of the agreement are incomplete in the available text.

Counterparty: Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #63 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Operating permit granted to KEYS Party and Luxury Transportation for limousine s

City authorizes new limousine service operator to serve Tuscaloosa. Residents can now use KEYS Party and Luxury Transportation for chauffeured transportation services.

Counterparty: KEYS Party and Luxury Transportation LLC Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #59 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City joins county, Homewood, Mountain Brook in Highway dissolution agreement

Birmingham enters a multi-jurisdiction agreement governing what happens to The Highway assets and operations if it dissolves. Details of impact are unclear from available text.

Counterparty: Jefferson County, City of Homewood, City of Mountain Brook Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #32 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City backs student-support agreement with Birmingham Board of Education

City commits to partnering with schools to help students in need at Hudson School and other sites, though full list of schools and funding details are incomplete in this agenda item.

Counterparty: Birmingham Board of Education Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 24, 2026 · Item number:Item #21 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council authorizes removal of inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

The city will remove an abandoned or disabled vehicle from a property and charge the registered owner for removal costs. This clears blight and improves neighborhood safety.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 17, 2026 · Item number:Item #30 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Police dept gains 3-year data security access through Alabama Law agreement

Authorizes the Police Chief to enter a data-security contract with Alabama Law, allowing police systems access to criminal justice information. The 3-year agreement enables ongoing operations of public-safety record systems.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
February 17, 2026 · Item number:Item #31 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Council approves registration fees for neighborhood volunteers

Removes cost barriers for residents who volunteer with neighborhood organizations and community safety programs. Helps boost participation in local civic engagement.

Counterparty: various vendors Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 17, 2026 · Item number:Item #28 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Police CJI security access agreement with Alabama Law (3 years)

Police department gains secure access to criminal justice information systems for up to 3 years. Enables officers to query arrest records, warrants, and case data needed for daily public safety operations.

Counterparty: Alabama Law Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance
February 10, 2026 · Item number:Item #16 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves ACIPCO partnership for 'AMERICAN for Life 2030' project

City enters major agreement with American Cast Iron Pipe Company for expansion project. Full details are incomplete in available materials.

Counterparty: American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO) Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 10, 2026 · Item number:Item #12 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Nuisance abatement costs to become property liens

City will clean up blighted or hazardous properties and charge owners through liens. Abatement costs will be recovered from property values.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 10, 2026 · Item number:Item #13 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City declares nuisances, authorizes cleanup costs as property liens

Properties flagged as nuisances may face cleanup work paid by the city, with costs recovered through liens placed on the properties. Affected owners will have a chance to be heard.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
February 10, 2026 · Item number:Item #33 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City terminates redevelopment agreement with 2301 Ensley, LP

The city is ending a redevelopment deal for the Ensley property that has been in place since 2021. Details of what this termination means for future development or the property are not provided in the agenda.

Counterparty: 2301 Ensley, LP Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 2301 Ensley
January 27, 2026 · Item number:Item #163 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $14K

City sells property parcels to Joseph Holt for $13,786

City is transferring publicly owned land to a private buyer. The sale removes these parcels from public ownership and generates revenue for the city.

Counterparty: Joseph Holt Funding source: Private Action type: Ordinance
January 27, 2026 · Item number:Item #13 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: $5K

City allocates $5,000 to Bush Hills Neighborhood Association for sidewalk constr

Bush Hills neighborhood receives $5,000 toward sidewalk construction from a state representative's donation, improving pedestrian safety and accessibility in the area.

Counterparty: Bush Hills Neighborhood Association Funding source: Unknown Action type: Ordinance Location: Bush Hills
January 27, 2026 · Item number:Item #165 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

State grant secured to repave Lakeshore Parkway

City lands FY26 Rebuild Alabama funding from the state to resurface Lakeshore Parkway, improving road conditions and traffic safety without local tax dollars.

Counterparty: Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution Location: Lakeshore Parkway
January 27, 2026 · Item number:Item #164 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City partners with Woodlawn United for homeowner rehabilitation services

Woodlawn residents gain access to home repair and rehabilitation assistance through this partnership agreement with the city.

Counterparty: Woodlawn United, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: Woodlawn
January 27, 2026 · Item number:Item #20 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City accepts Alabama Historical Commission grant (FY26)

State funding for historical preservation becomes available. Exact dollar amount and intended use unclear from item text.

Counterparty: Alabama Historical Commission Funding source: State Grant Action type: Resolution
January 27, 2026 · Item number:Item #16 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City extends software services agreement with Brightly Software

Brightly Software provides critical operational tools for city services. The extended agreement ensures continuity of these systems without disruption.

Counterparty: Brightly Software, Inc. Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution
January 20, 2026 · Item number:Item #55 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

City approves forgivable loan to Iron City Bar and Lounge for façade improvement

Federal grant funds support local business renovation through a five-year forgivable loan, helping revitalize a neighborhood business.

Counterparty: Iron City Bar and Lounge, LLC Funding source: Federal Grant Action type: Resolution
January 20, 2026 · Item number:Item #76 · 🏗️ Property Recovery Total cost: undisclosed

Medical waste facility application filed for 7th Avenue North site

A new medical waste treatment and document shredding facility is proposed for 4400 7th Avenue North. The application has been formally received and will proceed through the city's review process.

Funding source: Unknown Action type: Resolution Location: 4400 7th Avenue North
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