Category: Development
Planning Department to host multi-day public input session on University Drive study
August 14, 2025
As the City’s Planning Department continues its University Drive Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Planning Study, the public is invited to provide input during multi-day sessions at City Hall. The TOD study is analyzing the integration of public transportation and development along University Drive with a focus on three areas: Northwoods, University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) and MidCity District. The City’s Manager of Urban and Long-Range Planning, Dennis Madsen, gives a presentation [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Music Officer joins Gov. Ivey at signing of landmark entertainment industry bill
August 4, 2025
Huntsville Music Officer Matt Mandrella joined Gov. Kay Ivey, Alabama Film Officer Meghann Bridgeman and legislative leaders in Montgomery on Thursday, July 31, for the ceremonial signing of Senate Bill 177, a landmark update to Alabama’s Entertainment Industry Incentive Act of 2009. The new law, which takes effect October 1, 2025, expands Alabama’s support of creative industries by officially including music albums as qualified productions under the state’s entertainment rebate program. The [more]
Read MoreConstruction set to begin in early 2026 on Mill Creek Choice Neighborhood Initiative
July 30, 2025
Construction is expected to begin early next year on the first phase of the Mill Creek Choice Neighborhood Initiative just west of Memorial Parkway along Governors Drive. Dennis Madsen, Manager of Urban and Long-Range Planning, presented an update to the Planning Commission earlier this month that outlined a modified site plan for the site, which sits between Governors Drive and Clinton Avenue with an eastern border of Seminole Drive. Artist rendering of [more]
Read MoreNorth Huntsville Greenway engagement session sparks community vision and momentum
July 21, 2025
The City of Huntsville Planning Department, in collaboration with expert consultants Lord Aeck Sargent, Alta Planning + Design, and Sixpitch, recently hosted a dynamic and well-attended public input meeting at City Hall for the North Huntsville Greenway. The results were nothing short of inspiring. Residents came together to share their voices, explore detailed poster renderings and roll up their sleeves in interactive charrette activities that brought new ideas to life. The [more]
Read MoreYou’re Invited! Come see what’s next for North Huntsville at the Greenway Master Plan Open House
July 12, 2025
The City of Huntsville invites you to be part of shaping the future of North Huntsville at a special Open House for the North Huntsville Greenway Master Plan. City planners are eager to hear your thoughts on Thursday, July 17, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. (drop in anytime!) in the 2nd floor lobby at Huntsville City Hall. Come explore what’s in store for the North Huntsville Greenway – a bold, exciting project [more]
Read MoreCity approves proposed annexation to expand industrial base
July 9, 2025
The Huntsville City Council voted to approve a request by Wiz Kidz LLC and Hollingshead Materials LLC, which operates Smyrna Ready Mix (SRM) Concrete LLC, for annexation of 1,013.96 acres south of the Tennessee River. The property lies primarily along McCutcheon Loop Road in Morgan County, with a smaller portion extending along Vaughn Road in Marshall County. The petitioner did not request any city services as part of the annexation. The [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville approves major expansion of Ice Sports Center
June 26, 2025
The City of Huntsville is moving forward with a major expansion of the Huntsville Ice Sports Center (ISC), doubling the size of the existing facility to better serve the growing demand for ice sports and recreation. City Council approved a $44.6 million construction contract with ARCO/Murray National Holdings, Inc. to begin work on the project, which will add 118,822 square feet to the existing 83,934-square-foot facility. Construction is expected to be [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Launches Master Planning Process for Historic Depot Site
June 24, 2025
Public Invited to Help Shape the Future of 165-Year-Old Landmark The City of Huntsville is embarking on a visionary master planning process for the historic Huntsville Depot and its surrounding 7-acre property in downtown Huntsville. As one of Alabama’s most treasured landmarks, the City is inviting the public to help determine new civic and community uses that will preserve the site’s legacy while activating it for future generations. Completed in 1860, the [more]
Read MoreCyber security company selects Huntsville for expansion site, to create 59 high paying jobs
April 10, 2025
The Huntsville City Council approved a project development agreement with Infinity Labs LLC that includes the creation of up to 59 high paying jobs. Infinity Labs provides advanced research and engineering technical services to defense organizations and operates a location in Huntsville. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, and has locations in 12 other states nationwide. The project will have an economic impact of $7 million annually to the Huntsville economy. Under [more]
Read MorePlanning Commission moves to protect established residential neighborhoods
March 11, 2025
The City of Huntsville’s Planning Commission approved a request to rezone specific residential areas from Resident 2A (R2A) to Residence 2 (R2) in a move to protect established residential subdivisions. The decision comes as City planners and neighborhood advocates address concerns about future redevelopment options in established residential areas. “The recommendation to move from R2A to R2 zoning eliminates the ability to create multifamily housing in a single-family environment,” said Manager [more]
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