CITY ORDINANCE UPDATES

Outdoor Dining

Outdoor dining is a vital part of an active and engaging streetscape and adds to the experience of Birmingham’s downtown and other commercial districts On May 22, 2023, the City Commission passed new ordinances relating to outdoor dining in the City of Birmingham These new ordinances were designed to provide harmonious outdoor dining design in order to support public health, activate public space, foster economic development, safeguard the use of public property, and provide flexibility for current trends and future demands for outdoor dining

Keep Grass And Weeds Below Eight Inches

The City's ordinance requires grass and weeds to be kept below eight inches high to ensure our city continues to look well-maintained. Poison ivy, ragweed or any other poisonous, noxious or unhealthy growths are prohibited. Those in violation of this ordinance will have their lawn mowed and will be required to pay for the service. Access the entire Grass and Noxious Weed ordinance (Sec 118-66) on the City's website.

For more information, call the Department of Public Services at (248) 530-1700.

Join A City Board Or Committee

Join a city board to have a direct impact on your community! The following City of Birmingham boards and committees have vacant positions or members with terms expiring soon. Applications are due before noon the Wednesday prior to the commission interview/appointment date For more information, please visit www.bhamgov.org/boardopportunities.