City approves $35K GIS support contract with Axim Geospatial
City commits $35,000 for GIS platform support services, which help maintain mapping and location data systems used across city operations.
Topic
Zoning & Land Use
Agenda items
Zoning & Land Use items
Oxmoor Grove: City accepts new streets and public grounds
The city formally accepts ownership and maintenance responsibility for new streets, alleys, and public spaces in the Oxmoor Grove development, ensuring they meet public standards.
Council appoints 3 members to Zoning Board of Adjustment
Zoning Board decides appeals on land-use permits and variances affecting neighborhood development. These appointments shape who reviews disputed projects.
Zoning change: D-3 single-family district rezoned to agriculture
Property owner Willie Casey seeks to rezone a single-family parcel to allow agricultural use—a change that could permit farming or related activities where residential housing is now required.
Public hearing set on zoning change (Case ZAC2021-000005)
City will consider rezoning parcel(s) from D-3 Single-family district on November 30, 2021. Zoning changes affect property use, development potential, and neighborhood character.
Rezone property from single-family to light manufacturing (Case ZAC2021-00013)
Proposal to change zoning on Alton's property from residential (D-3) to manufacturing use. If approved, this enables light manufacturing operations in what is now a single-family district.
Division G adopts multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan
Coordinates disaster preparedness across multiple jurisdictions to reduce loss of life and property damage during floods, storms, and other hazards. Plan meets federal requirements to keep the region eligible for disaster assistance grants.
Public hearing set for zoning map amendment (Case ZAC2021-00013)
Zoning change proposal affecting district boundaries moves to public hearing October 26, 2021. Details on affected parcels and proposed zone change incomplete.
Zoning: CR-5 and CB-2 district boundaries redrawn
This zoning change alters what types of buildings and businesses are allowed on specific properties. It may affect future development, property values, and neighborhood character in the affected areas.
Annexation: Territory added to city limits
New area will become part of Birmingham and subject to city taxes, zoning rules, and services. Specific parcels and acreage not yet disclosed in agenda.
Zoning code amendment: Title 1, Chapter 7, Section 14
City amends zoning rules affecting land use, development rights, or permitted uses. Details on which neighborhoods or property types are affected not available in this item.
Zoning change: CB-1 site rezoned to general commercial (Case ZAC2020-00012)
Property currently zoned for neighborhood business use will be reclassified to allow general commercial development. This expands what can be built or operated at this location and may affect traffic, parking, and neighborhood character.
City annexes contiguous territory under Alabama law
Land adjacent to Birmingham's current borders will be added to city limits, bringing those properties under city jurisdiction for taxes, zoning, and services.
Zoning change: Office district becomes commercial zone (Case ZAC2020-00036)
Property zoning is changing from Office & Institutional to Qualified General Commercial, which allows different uses and may affect property values, permitted businesses, and neighborhood character.
Annexation: Territory added to city limits
Property being annexed joins the City of Birmingham, changing its local governance, tax obligations, and access to city services. Details on the specific location and acreage are not available in this summary.
Zoning change: MXD district rezoned to qualified multi-family
This rezoning allows higher-density apartment development on parcels currently zoned for mixed-use development. The change may permit taller buildings and more residential units than the current zoning allows.
Special liquor license approved for Centerplate at 22nd & North
Volume Services, Inc. receives permission to serve alcohol at the Centerplate venue (1101 22nd Street North). This allows the business to operate as a full-service bar or restaurant with liquor sales.
Annexation: Territory added to Birmingham city limits
This expands Birmingham's corporate boundaries to include adjacent land, affecting property taxes, municipal services, and city governance for residents in the annexed area.
Zoning change: MU-H to Light Manufacturing (Case ZAC2021-00009)
Property zoning changes from Mixed-Use High to Light Manufacturing. This affects what can be built on the site and how the neighborhood develops.
Annexation: City expands corporate limits by annexing contiguous territory
Properties being annexed will now fall under city jurisdiction and services, including taxation, zoning, and municipal code enforcement. Exact locations and number of parcels affected not detailed in this item.