If approved, the city would declare 304 properties with noxious weeds a public nuisance and begin the process to clear them. Property owners would be notified by certified mail and have until September 15 to object at a public hearing.
A zoning change across Pratt and Ensley communities could reshape how land is used—affecting what can be built, where residents can live, and local economic development. Council will first approve holding a public hearing Sept. 22, 2026, to take community input before voting on t
If approved, the city would clear nuisances (likely weeds, debris, or unsafe conditions) from 388 parcels across multiple neighborhoods and assess cleanup costs as liens on the properties. Property owners would be responsible for paying these abatement fees or face lien consequen
If approved, would update Birmingham's floodplain overlay rules to align with Federal Emergency Management Agency standards, potentially affecting flood insurance rates and development rules in affected zones citywide.
If approved, would rezone properties across Pratt and Ensley communities to align with the city's Pratt-Ensley Framework Plan. Could affect how those neighborhoods develop, what types of uses are allowed, and future growth patterns in the area.
If approved, would invest $128,403 in regional planning support for one year, helping the city secure federal and state grants, develop comprehensive land-use plans, and improve GIS data systems for better development decisions.
If approved, the city would abate nuisances (overgrowth, debris) on 136 blighted properties across Birmingham and place assessment liens against them. Property owners would be liable for cleanup costs.
If approved, would allow Arlington Redevelopment to build higher-density mixed-use development at this property. The change from MU-M to QMU-H zoning would permit more intensive use and greater building height on this parcel.
Would continue oversight of architectural and site-plan standards for development projects citywide. The reappointed members would serve three-year terms through July 2029.
If approved, would trigger weed abatement proceedings on 234 properties across Birmingham. Property owners can object at a public hearing on August 18, 2026. The city could then remove noxious vegetation at owner expense.
If rezoned, the property at 5900 Avenue M would be eligible for medium-density residential development instead of single-family use only. A public hearing on August 25, 2026 will allow residents to comment on the proposed zoning change.
The appointee would fill a vacant seat on the Zoning Board through November 2031. The board handles variance and appeal requests from residents and developers facing zoning restrictions.
Would fill vacancies on the Planning Commission, which reviews zoning applications, development proposals, and comprehensive plan matters affecting neighborhoods citywide. New members would serve through 2026 or 2029.
Would rezone all properties in Crestline, Crestwood, and Red Mountain communities under the Southern Area Framework Plan if approved. Changes would affect permitted land uses and development standards across the three neighborhoods.
If approved, the city would notify owners of 404 properties with noxious weeds and schedule a public hearing to authorize abatement. Owners can protest before Aug. 4, 2026. Abatement costs would likely become liens on delinquent properties.
If approved, the city would clear nuisances (overgrowth, debris) from 296 blighted properties and place liens on those properties for abatement costs. Property owners would be responsible for paying the assessment or facing additional legal action.
If approved, Birmingham would invest up to $7 million to help fund a national accessibility campus, including the first U.S. technical college designed to train and employ people with disabilities. The project would create jobs and add sensory-inclusive public spaces like playgro
Would reshape zoning district boundaries across Pratt and Ensley communities. If approved, the changes would affect property development rights, land use regulations, and potential for revitalization efforts in these historically challenged neighborhoods.
If approved, the city would declare 168 properties a public nuisance due to overgrown weeds and could proceed with weed abatement. Owners will receive notice by certified mail and can object at a July 21 hearing.
If approved, the property at 101 Sayreton Drive would be rezoned from industrial (landfill/mining) to light manufacturing, allowing construction of a convenience store with drive-through. Would change land use in the area.