Birmingham, Alabama

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19th Jan 2023
Date Published
24th Jan 2023

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Zoning for Birmingham, AL

Largest Zones in Birmingham, AL

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    The Zoning Map for the City of Birmingham in AL divides the city’s real estate into zones differentiated according to land use and building regulations.

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    What is the Land Use Allocation in Birmingham, AL?

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

    Permitted Use TypePermitted Use Sub TypePercentageArea(sq. m)
    parking46.39%63570.45
    parking garage or lot46.39%63570.45
    industrial16.93%23195.87
    contractors office4.24%5816.40
    hazardous materials handling or processing4.30%5894.31
    equipment rental and repair services (excluding automobiles)24.87%34075.22
    mining, excavation and resource extraction11.63%15934.69
    mills, plants, and other processing facilities44.61%61124.53
    storage and warehouses29.58%40532.39
    manufacturing23.99%32874.91
    general industrial16.93%23195.87
    residential70.68%96849.05
    two family dwelling21.00%28776.94
    dwellings (unspecified)7.43%10177.95
    communal housing17.39%23827.28
    mobile and floating homes21.59%29588.49
    accessory dwelling unit5.37%7363.17
    multi family dwelling31.73%43483.26
    single family dwelling70.68%96849.05
    mechanical89.12%122121.44
    utility structures50.96%69828.37
    communication towers89.12%122121.44
    agriculture84.75%116135.26
    agricultural and hunting84.75%116135.26
    other18.81%25777.19
    signage27.50%37686.95
    accessory89.12%122121.44
    temporary uses67.15%92014.69
    multiple68.84%94337.25
    uncategorized18.81%25777.19
    retail55.31%75792.71
    eating and drinking establishments27.31%37422.71
    restricted retail10.09%13821.04
    professional services27.09%37127.32
    general retail77.20%105785.72
    personal services55.31%75792.71
    community23.75%32551.06
    medical27.38%37515.96
    public, quasi-public, and government89.12%122121.44
    schools and universities76.91%105397.07
    transportation facilities and infrastructure23.75%32551.06
    lodging2.87%3938.60
    bed & breakfast24.41%33451.49
    hotel/motel22.37%30647.59
    short term rental2.87%3938.60
    commercial25.73%35253.31
    professional office26.58%36426.58
    general commercial29.30%40151.48
    entertainment47.32%64841.80
    non-retail sales25.69%35204.64
    automobile related uses26.29%36019.52
    research and laboratory facilities25.73%35253.31

    What is Zoning Code?

    Zoning codes have shaped major U.S. cities for over a century, serving as the backbone of urban development by defining the permissible land uses and activities within neighborhoods. Zoning regulations enable cities to exercise control over the use and development of land, establishing clear guidelines for commercial, industrial, residential, and agricultural purposes. Essentially, zoning determines the possibilities and limitations for construction on a property.

    How does Zoning Impact Real Estate Values?

    Zoning plays a pivotal role in the entire lifecycle of a home and significantly influences various stages. Extensive research conducted by Zillow has underscored the importance of zoning regulations, showing their impact on home values. According to Zillow Research, housing markets with stricter land use regulations experienced the highest growth in home values. In fact, the most restrictive metropolitan areas witnessed an average appreciation of 23.4%, more than double that of the least restrictive metros. It's worth noting that zoning regulations are determined locally, and different cities may have varying degrees of restrictiveness. Furthermore, even within a city's zoning system, individual zones can vary in their level of restrictions, including different types of single-family zones. Zoneomics offers the most detailed coverage of zoning data, providing valuable insights for you to integrate and grow your database. These insights encompass permitted land uses, re-zonings, variances, density controls, built form controls, envelopes, housing supply data, employment generation, underutilized parcels, short-term rental permissibility, as well as information on proponents and developers. With Zoneomics, you gain access to an extensive array of zoning-related information to enhance your understanding and decision-making.