City of Birmingham, AL

08/28/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/28/2024 12:45

The City of Birmingham to host a series of community meetings on rezoning

Birmingham, AL - The City of Birmingham is working on a significant citywide rezoning initiative as part of its ongoing comprehensive plan for revitalization and growth. The goal of this rezoning ordinance is to create mixed-used districts that are transit-friendly, walkable and make for a better quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors.

The Department of Planning, Engineering, and Permits will host a series of public meetings to allow attendees to review the proposed changes and provide feedback. The aim is to gather valuable public input to ensure that Birmingham's future development aligns with community needs.

The public meetings will take place on the following dates:

  • Eastern Area Meeting
    Date: Thursday, Aug. 29
    Time: 5:30 p.m.
    Location: Social Venture, 5529 1st Ave. South
    Neighborhoods: East Birmingham, Inglenook, Kingston, North Avondale, East Avondale, Oak Ridge Park, South Woodlawn, Woodlawn, Brown Springs, East Lake, Gate City, North East Lake, Wahouma, Zion City, Airport Hills, Brownsville Heights, Brummit Heights, Maple Grove, and Penfield Park
  • Southern Area Meeting
    Date: Tuesday, Sept. 10
    Time: 6 p.m.
    Location: Highland Golf Club (Upstairs), 3300 Highland Ave.
    Neighborhoods: Crestwood North, Crestwood South, Crestline, Eastwood, Forest Park - South Avondale, Highland Park, and Redmont Park
  • Northside-Southside Area Meeting
    Date: Thursday, Sept. 12
    Time: 6 p.m.
    Location: Protective Stadium (Stadium Club Level), 1020 24th St. North
    Neighborhoods: Central City, Druid Hills, Evergreen, Fountain Heights, Norwood, Five Points South, Glen Iris, and Southside
  • Pratt-Ensley Area Meeting
    Date: Monday, Sept. 30
    Time: 6 p.m.
    Location: McAlpine Park Recreation Center, 1115 Ave. F
    Neighborhoods: Central Pratt, North Pratt, Sandusky, Smithfield Estates, South Pratt, Thomas, Ensley, Tuxedo, Wylam, Dolomite, Sherman Heights, and Oak Ridge