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Birmingham, Alabama

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6th Nov 2025
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Zoning Information
  • iconZone Code
  • iconZone Name
  • iconZone type
  • iconZone sub type
  • iconZone guide
  • iconLink
  • iconCity name
Permitted Land Uses
  • iconProhibited
  • iconAs of right
  • iconSpecial uses
  • iconConditional uses
  • iconAdministrative uses
Building Controls
  • iconAssorted
  • iconFar control
  • iconLot control
  • iconDensity control
  • iconCoverage control
  • iconPervious control
  • iconLot width control
  • iconRear setback control
  • iconSide setback control
  • iconFront setback control
  • iconBuilding height control
Parking Requirements
  • iconMedical
  • iconAccessory
  • iconHotel/Motel
  • iconEntertainment
  • iconGeneral Retail
  • iconCommunal Housing
  • iconDwellings (Unspecified)
  • iconSchools and Universities
Short Term Rental
  • iconAdu permitted
  • iconLodging permitted
  • iconDefinitions section
  • iconShort term rental overlay
  • iconShort term rental section
  • iconShort term rental permitted
  • iconShort term rental definition
  • iconShort term rental in the code
  • iconShort term rental max num of nights
  • iconShort term rental min num of nights
  • iconShort term rental specific standards
  • iconShort term rental parking requirement

Planning and Zoning for Birmingham, AL

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    What is the Land Use Allocation in Birmingham, Alabama?

    The following table illustrates how land is allocated for various uses within Birmingham, Alabama as defined by city ordinances.

    Permitted Use TypePermitted Use Sub TypePercentageArea(sq. m)
    Agriculture84.75%116090.68
    Agricultural and hunting84.75%116090.68
    Community76.95%105407.13
    Medical27.38%37503.65
    Public, quasi-public, and government89.11%122064.62
    Transportation facilities and infrastructure23.75%32538.98
    Schools and universities76.95%105407.13
    Industrial11.64%15939.94
    General industrial16.93%23195.71
    Hazardous materials handling or processing4.30%5894.40
    Contractors office4.24%5813.84
    Equipment rental and repair services (excluding automobiles)24.87%34062.88
    Mills, plants, and other processing facilities44.61%61103.61
    Manufacturing23.99%32865.32
    Storage and warehouses29.57%40505.34
    Mining, excavation and resource extraction11.64%15939.94
    Residential5.37%7359.09
    Multi family dwelling31.76%43498.55
    Single family dwelling70.68%96814.15
    Two family dwelling21.01%28774.72
    Communal housing17.40%23828.18
    Mobile and floating homes21.60%29594.13
    Dwellings (unspecified)7.43%10176.17
    Accessory dwelling unit5.37%7359.09
    Lodging2.87%3935.89
    Bed & breakfast24.42%33453.13
    Hotel/motel22.36%30635.16
    Short term rental2.87%3935.89
    Mechanical50.96%69806.90
    Communication towers89.11%122064.62
    Utility structures50.96%69806.90
    Commercial25.69%35192.32
    Research and laboratory facilities25.73%35240.97
    Automobile related uses26.29%36007.20
    General commercial29.31%40150.44
    Entertainment47.33%64835.09
    Professional office26.58%36414.26
    Non-retail sales25.69%35192.32
    Other18.82%25778.04
    Multiple68.83%94279.75
    Signage27.50%37674.79
    Accessory89.11%122064.62
    Temporary uses67.19%92030.48
    Uncategorized18.82%25778.04
    Retail77.24%105795.77
    Eating and drinking establishments27.31%37410.39
    Restricted retail10.09%13816.88
    Professional services27.10%37115.01
    Personal services55.34%75803.48
    General retail77.24%105795.77
    Parking46.40%63563.75
    Parking garage or lot46.40%63563.75

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