Self-storage moratorium extended; ban continues on mini-warehouses
Birmingham keeps its ban on new self-storage facilities and mini-warehouse buildings, preventing this use from spreading across neighborhoods.
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Zoning & Land Use
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Zoning & Land Use items
West End zoning boundaries redrawn
This changes what residents and businesses can build or operate in the West End Community. Zoning shifts can affect property values, what uses are allowed, and future development patterns in the neighborhood.
Zoning change: B-3 to Mixed-Use High for Robert Bruner property
Rezoning allows higher-density mixed-use development on this site. Could affect what gets built and how the neighborhood develops.
Zoning change proposed: B-3 Community Business rezone (Case ZAC2019-00038)
Public hearing set for January 7, 2020 to consider rezoning. Changes to zoning district boundaries affect what can be built and how land can be used in the affected area; outcome will shape future development.
Public hearing set: Zoning change for Birmingham property (Case ZAC2019-00026)
This case will decide whether a property currently zoned for two-family use can be rezoned. The outcome affects what can be built or used on the site.
Public hearing set for zoning map amendment (Case ZAC2019-00035)
City will consider changing zoning district boundaries; hearing scheduled December 31, 2019. Details on affected properties and new zoning classification not provided in notice.
Public hearing set for zoning map amendment (Case ZAC2018-00013)
A zoning change affecting multiple properties will be debated December 17. The specific parcels and new zones are incomplete here, but this sets the official hearing where residents can comment.
Zoning change hearing set for December 17: B-3 to residential
A community business zone may be rezoned to residential use. The hearing will determine whether the change proceeds; residents in or near the affected area should attend or submit comments.
City buys $38.8K protective gear from Gulf States Distributors
Birmingham purchases advanced body armor, helmets, and related safety equipment through competitive state bidding. Strengthens law enforcement protective capabilities.
Council approves $53,900 wheelchair lift for Museum of Art
Museum of Art upgrades accessibility with new wheelchair platform lift at 2000 Rev. Abraham Woods location.
Public hearing set for zoning change on commercial property
City will consider rezoning a commercial property (Case ZAC2019-00029). Zoning changes can affect property values, land use, and neighborhood character.
Zoning change: B-2 to Mixed-Use Medium District (Case ZAC2019-00019)
Property owner C. Randall Minor seeks to rezone land from general business to mixed-use medium, opening potential for residential/commercial development. This can affect neighborhood character, traffic, and adjacent property values.
Zoning change: B-2 business district becomes mixed-use medium
Rezoning allows mixed residential and commercial development on the property. Affects future use and density of the site.
City appoints new member to Birmingham Planning Commission
The Planning Commission shapes zoning decisions and land-use policy that affect development and neighborhoods citywide. This appointment fills a vacancy on the five-member board.
Zoning hearing scheduled Nov. 26 for CB-1 district change
A public hearing will let you weigh in on a proposed zoning change in the CB-1 district. Zoning decisions affect what can be built, how land is used, and neighborhood character.
Zoning change: Light Industrial to Mixed-Use Downtown district
Property at this location could shift from industrial use to mixed residential, retail, or office development. Zoning changes can affect neighborhood character, property values, traffic, and what businesses or residents move in.
Zoning change: Light Industrial site rezoned to Mixed-Use Downtown
A parcel currently zoned for light industrial use would be rezoned to allow mixed-use downtown development. This can affect what gets built, local traffic, and neighborhood character.
Public hearing set: Zoning change from B-2 to unknown district
City Council will hear a proposal to rezone property in Birmingham. The specific location and new zoning district are not detailed in this notice, so check the full case file (ZAC2019-00019) for details on which properties and neighborhoods are affected.
Zoning code amendment: Title 1 General Provisions update
Changes to Birmingham's zoning rules may affect what can be built or used where in the city. Check the full text and public hearing details to see if your neighborhood or property is impacted.
Zoning case ZAC2019-00020: Public hearing scheduled November 5
A zoning boundary change from B-2 (General Business) is under consideration. Public hearing set for November 5, 2019; residents affected by the proposed zone change have an opportunity to comment.