Zoning change hearing set for March 18: R-3 to other district
Public hearing to decide whether a neighborhood parcel rezones from single-family to a different district — may affect what can be built there and property values nearby.
Topic
Zoning & Land Use
Agenda items
Zoning & Land Use items
Zoning change allows multi-family housing on single-family lot
Rezoning from R-3 to R-5 permits apartments or duplexes on property currently zoned for single-family homes. This can increase neighborhood density and housing options in Birmingham.
Zoning change: Parcel ZAC2013-00023 shifts from institutional to multifamily res
Rezoning allows multifamily housing development on property currently zoned for health and institutional uses. This could increase residential density and housing supply in the affected area.
Public hearing set: R-3 zoning reclassification (Case ZAC2013-00024)
A property's zoning determines what can be built there—residential, commercial, or mixed-use. This hearing will decide whether parcels currently zoned R-3 (single-family) will be rezoned. Public comment welcome March 4, 2014.
Council appoints two ex-officio members to Planning Commission
Two city officials will now serve on the Planning Commission alongside regular members, giving them direct input on zoning and development decisions affecting your neighborhood.
Public hearing set: Zoning change from single-family to unspecified zone
A zoning change could affect what can be built on affected parcels and impact neighborhood character. The public hearing on February 11, 2014 is your chance to comment.
Zoning change: Office district becomes general business zone
Property owners and neighboring residents should know what types of businesses can now operate here. The switch from office/institutional to general business may permit different traffic, noise, and commercial activity.
Zoning change hearing set: B-6 district boundaries under review
City to hold public hearing January 28, 2014 on proposed zoning changes that could affect land use and development in a health/institutional district. Public input welcome.
Zoning change: R-3 residential district boundaries under review
A rezoning case will be heard January 28, 2014. The outcome may affect property uses and neighborhood character in the affected area.
Zoning rules updated: non-conforming uses and definitions clarified
Clarifies what existing buildings and uses are allowed under zoning law. Affects property owners with non-conforming properties and future development decisions citywide.
City accepts Cahaba Road right-of-way between Zoo and Botanical Gardens
The city officially takes ownership of the Cahaba Road segment, enabling public maintenance and access control between the two landmarks.
City accepts Montevallo and Dunston Road dedications to fix right-of-way encroac
The City formally accepts Montevallo Road and Dunston Road as dedicated public streets, resolving an encroachment where city right-of-way overlapped private property in Dunston Park. Clarifies road ownership and property boundaries for residents and developers.
Council appoints member to Planning Commission to replace Fleming
This appointment fills an open Planning Commission seat and affects who reviews zoning decisions that shape neighborhood development. The new member will serve through October 2016.
Council appoints member to Planning Commission to replace Fleming
This appointment fills an open Planning Commission seat and affects who reviews zoning decisions that shape neighborhood development. The new member will serve through October 2016.
Public hearing set for zoning change (Case ZAC2013-00022)
A zoning district boundary change is being considered; the Dec. 31, 2013 hearing will determine if property zoning shifts from "C" (Commercial) to O&I (Office & Institutional) or Contingency. Details on affected parcels and neighborhood are unavailable, but zoning changes can aff
Zoning change: parcel ZAC2013-00016 rezoned to neighborhood business
Property zoned for residential apartments would shift to allow neighborhood retail and services. Check the parcel location to see if this affects your neighborhood's character or nearby commercial activity.
Public hearing set on zoning code amendments for non-conforming uses
Changes to zoning rules on non-conforming uses could affect how properties with outdated or mixed-use designations operate in the future. Residents and business owners should attend December 10 hearing to comment.
Zoning change: Steve Stinson's parcel shifts from residential to light industria
This rezoning allows industrial use on land currently zoned for single-family homes. The change affects neighbors' quality of life, traffic patterns, and property values in the affected area.
Council appoints Planning Commission member for six-year term
Planning Commission members shape zoning decisions and land-use policy that affects neighborhood development, property values, and future growth across Birmingham.
Zoning change: Property rezoned from residential to office/institutional
Rezoning allows office and institutional uses on land currently zoned for residential. This could affect neighboring residents' property values, traffic, and neighborhood character depending on what gets built.