City of Birmingham Department of Planning, Engineering and Permits

01/12/2021

SC

Subdivision Committee will meet on Wednesday, 1/13/21 at 5:30 pm in the City Council Chambers

01/05/2021

Please note: The ZAC meeting for tonight has been rescheduled for Monday, January 11, 2021.

01/01/2021

We are proud to be a part of this initiative to keep our 💧 and communities clean and safe!

#OnlyRainDownTheDrain
#KeepBirminghamBeautiful

As we ring in the new year, we're looking back at the work we accomplished with our partners. We removed over 50,000 pounds of trash from our waters this year - but how does that break down by state? Check out our totals across the six different states where we currently have Litter Gitter sites. With the help of our partners, we'll be able to intercept even MORE floating trash in 2021!

Thank you Mobile Baykeeper, City of Mobile, Mobile Bay National Estuary Program, Dog River Clearwater Revival, Chattahoochee Riverkeeper, City of Atlanta Government, City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, River Network, National Recreation and Park Association, City of Birmingham Government, Freshwater Land Trust, Black Warrior Riverkeeper, Cahaba Riverkeeper, Daphne Utilities, City of Foley Municipal Government, Mill Creek Alliance, Pontchartrain Conservancy, Envision Charlotte, City of Decatur, Alabama - Government, City of Homewood, City of Bessemer, Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation, Partners for Environmental Progress (PEP), Groundwork Atlanta, Tennessee Riverkeeper, Tangipahoa Parish Government, City of Pensacola - Government, City of Vestavia Hills, The Nature Conservancy, South Alabama Land Trust, and Tampa Bay Estuary Program.

12/29/2020

City of Birmingham Government

City offices, excluding police, fire and 911, will be closed Friday, Jan. 1. Happy New Year!

12/22/2020

12/21/2020

City of Birmingham Government

Ground was broken today on the Birmingham Xpress project, a rapid bus system that spans 10 miles and run from Five Points West through downtown Birmingham to Woodlawn. It will connect 25 city neighborhoods and aims to be completed by summer 2022. It will be the first bus rapid transit system in Alabama.

“Simply put, Birmingham Xpress will be a connector for eastern and western neighborhoods to jobs, services and opportunities,” Birmingham Mayor Randall L. Woodfin said. “Providing reliable, efficient and alternative transportation options for our residents and visitors has been a priority. Birmingham Xpress will enhance public transportation for our residents and neighborhoods.”

12/18/2020

City of Birmingham's Watershed Management team recieved 3 awards (2 national, 1 local) in 2020, for overall MS4 Program Management. The awards place us as one of the top MS4 progams in the Nation.

We continue to strive to bring an enhanced quality of life through services and partnerships to promote a quality environment and economic development opportunities.

#PuttingPeopleFirst
#OnlyRainDownTheDrain

12/15/2020

Agenda for 12/16/20 meeting has been added to the website.

https://www.birminghamal.gov/about/city-directory/planning-engineering-permits/regulatory-committee-meetings/drc

12/09/2020

City of Birmingham Government

Employees and citizens, please take the time to watch this. Thanks!

COVID-19 Update

12/02/2020

Before digesting any 🐟 caught in our Watersheds always remember to call the "Alabama Fish Consumption Advisory Hotline”
1-844-219-RISK(7475)

Photo Cred:Cahaba River Society

#WaterQualityWednesday

12/02/2020

Birmingham Land Bank Authority

Check out this dramatic renovation in the Eastlake area that one of our land bank properties underwent. Our applicant renovated this property in just 90 days! 🤯 We look forward to showing off more transformations of blighted properties throughout the City of Birmingham. #transformationtuesday #BLBA #monroepark

12/01/2020

Here's how our Public Works crews have served you during the month of November.

11/25/2020

Happy Thanksgiving!

City Hall will be Closed November 26-27. We will reopen at 8:00 am on Monday November 30th.

11/24/2020

Historical Committee

The Birmingham Historical Commission is charged with the responsibility of promoting, enhancing, and preserving the character of historic properties and districts to achieve the purposes of the City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance. The Birmingham Historical Commission meets quarterly or as needed.

11/24/2020

City of Birmingham Government

City of Birmingham Government

How do you celebrate Thanksgiving when COVID-19 infections are soaring?

Well, here’s what NOT to do.

Please consider these tips this holiday and stay safe.

11/23/2020

After your Thanksgiving Feast please properly dispose of the Grease!!!

Join the fight...keep it out the pipes!!!

Take advantage of our free grease container program...For more info call (205) 238-3876

#OnlyRainDowntheDrain
#KeepBirminghamFloodFree
#KeepBirminghamBeautiful

11/18/2020

Great day to be out doing Water Quality sampling!
#WaterQualityWednesday💦
#HowisyourWaterQuality?

11/17/2020

PEP ACE Presentation

For more information about PEP, checkout this presentation by Director Revell

11/13/2020

America Recycles Day is Sunday!!! Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle!!!♻️
#ImAKeeper
#KeepBirminghamBeautiful

11/09/2020

Black Warrior Riverkeeper

Village Creek and Birmingham’s East Lake Park are looking good after Friday’s litter cleanup with the Osprey Initiative Litter Gitter crew.

11/04/2020

PEP is pleased to announce a new and easier link to our web page.

www.birminghamal.gov/pep

11/04/2020

City of Birmingham Department of Planning, Engineering and Permits's cover photo

11/04/2020

Agenda for 11/17/20 meeting has been published.

https://gisweb.birminghamal.gov/PEPPublicMeetings/ZAC/2020/Documents/PEPMTG_ZACAG_111720.pdf

10/30/2020

Jefferson County Farmers Federation

DEADLINE EXTENDED!
Take the weekend to turn in your entries! ENTRIES DUE NOV 1st.

YOU MUST EMAIL Holly at [email protected] to get your entry submitted properly. 📣

10/29/2020

Urban Impact Birmingham

Last Call! The NW Downtown Birmingham Development Plan is waiting to hear from you, and we’re closing the survey on 10/31. We are eager to hear from you.

Click the link below and take the 3-minute survey TODAY!

www.nwbhamplan.com

REV Birmingham City of Birmingham Government

10/29/2020

City of Birmingham Government

Great job! Team Work makes the Dream Work!
#OnlyRainDowntheDrain
#KeepBirminghamBeautiful

Public Works crews flush out inlets and clear ditches and creeks on a daily basis. In preparation for heavy rain events, the crews focus on flood prone-areas. Among their many stops today was this inlet near Roosevelt Community Center in the 5900 block of Warner Street. Be weather aware tonight as Tropical Storm #Zeta approaches Birmingham.

10/29/2020

We appreciate all the help and support!!!
#KeepBirminghamBeautiful
#OnlyRainDownTheDrain
#want2clean...becomeAkeeper

#UAB students teamed up with us for an #AmeriCorps #cleanup around the Valley Creek #LitterGitter in #Birmingham! blackwarriorriver.org/volunteer/

10/27/2020

Minutes for the 10/28 Meeting of the Design Review Committee have been published.

https://www.birminghamal.gov/about/city-directory/planning-engineering-permits/regulatory-committee-meetings/drc

10/27/2020

With Halloween being close..."IT" gives us the opportunity to tell all the Goons and Goblins to not pollute...

#OnlyRainDownTheDrain
#KeepBirminghamBeautiful

10/21/2020

Jefferson County Master Gardeners

The Jefferson County Master Gardener Helpline is now up and running throughout the state. They can help you with all your gardening questions. Their email is [email protected] and their telephone number is 1-877-252-4769. If you call the Helpline and don't connect with a person. leave a message and they will return your call.

10/16/2020

#DEATakeBack Miss America Camille Schrier 's Take Back Day PSA 15 sec (Closed Caption)

We would like for you to participate in this years National Prescription Drug Take Back Event...It will be Saturday, October 24, 2020 10:00am - 2:00pm ...There are many locations throughout Jefferson County to properly dispose of all your unwanted or expired prescription drugs....search (www.deatakeback.com) to find a location near you!!!

#OnlyRainDowntheDrain!

DEA Take Back Day public service announcement with Miss America Camille Schrier reminding communities about the upcoming National Prescription Drug Take-Back...

10/11/2020

New litter traps protect Birmingham waterways

New litter traps protect Birmingham waterways

Eight "litter gitter" devices have been installed on creeks around the Birmingham area, intercepting more than 500 pounds of trash before it reaches the Black Warrior and Cahaba Rivers.

10/05/2020

The Academy of Civic Engagement is preparing for its 2020 class. Sign up today at birminghamal.gov/ace and learn more about how you can get involved in city government. Applications close Oct. 21st

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=331441764942952&extid=KjWQZOu028HPNZIe

10/01/2020

Osprey Initiative

New Litter Gitter at East Lake Park in Birmingham, Alabama. We couldn't do it without the support of our friends and partners, Freshwater Land Trust, Black Warrior Riverkeeper, River Network, City of Birmingham Government, City of Birmingham Stormwater Management, Birmingham Parks and Recreation, and the Village Creek Human and Environmental Justice Society, Inc.

On the way to Atlanta with a quick stop in Pell City! #littergitter #waterkeepers #cleanwaters #healthyrivers