Zoning & Land Use

Zoning change: Dunstan property rezoned from residential to business

Property at the location will shift from single-family residential use to community business use, potentially changing neighborhood character and what can be built there.

Zoning change: property at 3 shifts from single-family to commercial

A property at address 3 would switch zoning to allow commercial business use instead of remaining residential. This affects what can be built or operated at the site and may impact neighboring properties.

Zoning change hearing set for November 5

City will hear arguments on rezoning a property from single-family residential (R-3) to a different district. The outcome will determine what can be built or operated at the location.

Zoning change hearing set for November 5 (R-6 to unknown)

A zoning change could affect property rights, development potential, and neighborhood character. Public hearing on November 5 gives residents a chance to weigh in before the change takes effect.

Zoning change: R-2 residential land becomes office/institutional district

This rezoning allows office and institutional uses where single-family homes are currently permitted, potentially changing the character of a residential area and affecting property rights and future development in the neighborhood.

Zoning change: CM-1 and QM-1 districts redefined (Case ZAC2013-00004)

Zoning changes affect what can be built and how land is used in affected neighborhoods. Check the case number to see if your property or a nearby parcel is involved.

Public hearing set on zoning change (Case ZAC2013-00008)

City will hear arguments on rezoning a property from R-6 (multiple dwelling) to another zone on October 22. The outcome could change what can be built or how the land is used.

Council appoints 3 members to Housing Board of Appeals

Board members decide appeals on housing code violations and rental disputes. These appointments fill vacant seats through 2016.

Zoning map amendment hearing set for October 1

City will hear arguments on changing zoning boundaries from single-family residential (R-3) to another classification. Outcome could affect property rights, development potential, and neighborhood character in the affected area.

Public hearing set: Zoning change from R-2 Single Family

A zoning change could affect what can be built or how property in this area is used. The public hearing on October 1, 2013 gives residents a chance to weigh in before the city votes.

Zoning change: Industrial districts reclassified (Case ZAC2013-00004)

This zoning amendment changes industrial district boundaries in Birmingham. The specific neighborhoods and properties affected are unclear from the agenda text—residents in CM-1 and QM-1 zones should review the full case details to understand how it may impact neighboring propert

ITEM 20. A Resolution appointing one (1) member to the Design Review Committee to fill the unexpired term of Mark Fugnitto, as a resident member at large, said term expiring July 30, 2015. (Submitted by Councillor Abbott, Chairperson, Planning and Zoning

Zoning amendment: Case ZAC2013-00007 changes district boundaries

Rezoning can affect property values, permitted uses, and neighborhood character. This case changes boundaries between single-family, general business, and contingency zones; affected residents and businesses should review details.

Public hearing set: zoning map amendment (Case ZAC2013-00004)

City will consider changing zoning rules on one or more parcels from CM-1 (Contingency Light Commercial) to another zone. Public hearing on August 13, 2013 offers chance to comment on the proposed change.

Public hearing set July 16 on downtown redevelopment plan update

City will hear public input on changes to how downtown Birmingham develops over the next decade. The plan guides zoning, investment, and neighborhood character in the downtown core.

Zoning change: Property moves from business to light industrial

This rezoning changes what can be built or operated on the affected property. Light industrial use may bring different businesses, traffic, or noise levels to the area compared to the current general business zoning.

Zoning change allows multiple-dwelling development near Rodney Beasley property

Property zoning shifts from single-family to multi-unit housing district. This may enable apartment or condo development, affecting neighborhood density and future land use.

Zoning amendment: "Q"B-2 and "Q"M-1 districts reclassified to M-1

Rezoning removes "Qualified" restrictions from Business and Light Industrial districts, allowing broader commercial and industrial uses. Affects property rights and development potential for affected parcels.

Zoning hearing set July 2: R-3 district boundaries under review

A proposed zoning change could affect residential property rights and development potential in an R-3 district. Public hearing July 2, 2013 will determine if boundaries shift.

Zoning map amendment hearing set for June 11 (B-2 to residential)

Public hearing to consider changing zoning boundaries from B-2 General Business district to another zone; may affect property use, development potential, and neighborhood character in Birmingham.