Zoning & Land Use

City joins Secondary Manufacturers settlement agreement

Birmingham will become part of a multistate settlement with manufacturers. Details of the settlement terms and how residents benefit are not yet publicly disclosed.

Zoning change: C-O&I and QB-3 districts rezoned (Case ZAC2025-000018)

Zoning change will affect what can be built or operated in the affected areas. Details on the new zoning district and specific parcels are needed to assess impact on residents and property owners.

Zoning change: C-O&I and QB-3 districts reclassified (Case ZAC2025-000018)

This zoning change alters permitted land uses for properties currently zoned as office/institutional or qualified community business. Affected property owners and nearby residents should verify the new zoning classification and what types of development or activities will be allo

Modified PUD for Marina Drive South property advances

Changes to the planned development at 6151 Marina Drive South may affect land use, density, or design on the site. This requires City Council approval and is open to public input.

P ITEM 35. [CHANGE HEARING DATE FROM OCTOBER 28, 2025 TO NOVEMBER 4, 2025] A Resolution setting a public hearing October 28, 2025 to consider the adoption of an Ordinance "TO AMEND THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF BIRMINGHAM" (Case No. ZAC2025-00019

Public hearing on Marina Drive Planned Unit Development modification

The city will hear changes to a previously approved development plan for property at 6151 Marina Drive South in District 3. Your voice matters if you live or own property nearby.

Rezone Cottage Hill Road parcels from R-1 to R-3

Two properties at 7211 and 7221 Cottage Hill Road would allow higher-density residential development if rezoned from single-family (R-1) to multi-family (R-3)—potentially changing the neighborhood's character.

Planned Unit Development modification at 6151 Marina Drive South

Changes to zoning or land use at this Marina Drive property may affect permitted building types, density, or commercial uses in the area. Neighbors and nearby property owners should review the proposed modifications.

New law enables liens on properties with building code violations

City gains tool to recover costs when homeowners ignore building violations. Properties with unpaid code liens may face foreclosure or sale.

City settles with Purdue, executes shareholder agreement

Settlement with Purdue Pharma resolves city claims related to the opioid litigation. Clears path for city to participate in broader pharma settlement fund distribution.

Zoning change approved for 580 Providence Park Drive East

The city is modifying zoning rules for a property in the Providence Park area, which may affect what can be built or developed there and how the neighborhood looks in the future.

PUD modification approved for 580 Providence Park Drive East

Planned Unit Development rules change for this property. Details of the modification not provided; check meeting materials for specific zoning or use changes affecting the site.

Planned Unit Development modified for 1800 Dauphin Island Parkway

Development rules for this property are being changed. Check the meeting details to learn what uses or density limits are changing and how it affects your neighborhood.

Modify zoning approval for 4568 Halls Mill Road

Property at 4568 Halls Mill Road will see its approved zoning conditions changed. The modification affects what can be built or operated at this location.

Modify Planned Unit Development at 580 Providence Park Drive East

Changes to approved development plans can affect how the property is built and used. District 6 residents should know what modifications are being proposed for this site.

Rezone 7211, 7221 Cottage Hill Road from R-1 to R-3

Two properties on Cottage Hill Road would shift from single-family (R-1) to multi-family (R-3) zoning, potentially allowing duplexes or small apartments. Check if this affects your neighborhood or property values nearby.

PUD modification at 4568 Halls Mill Road heads to vote

The planned unit development rules for this property are being changed. Nearby residents and businesses should know what modifications are being considered before the vote.

Rezoning sought for Cottage Hill Road properties from single-family to multi-fam

Two parcels on Cottage Hill Road in District 6 could be rezoned to allow multi-family housing instead of single-family only. This change affects what can be built on the properties and may impact traffic and neighborhood character.

Public hearing set: PUD modification at 1800 Dauphin Island Parkway

City will hear proposals to modify an existing Planned Unit Development in District 3. The outcome may affect future use and development of the property.

4568 Halls Mill Road: hearing on planning approval modification

The city is reconsidering previously approved plans for development at this District 4 property. The hearing will determine whether the modified plans move forward.