The Mountain Brook Zoning Board recently approved a measure that paves the way for new custom homes to be built in the city.The board has approved a name change for the Pilgrim Place community on Montclair Road, which is being developed as Village Place.Wedgworth Construction will redevelop the property to offer 13 energy-efficient custom homes ranging in price from … [Read more...]

By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorThe Homewood City Council gave the go-ahead for the Exceptional Foundation to add more parking and expand its facilities.The Council at a meeting on Oct. 16 approved an Estoppel Certificate and a landlord’s agreement with the foundation. The agreements are necessary because the foundation sits on city property and can’t … [Read more...]

By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorVestavia Hills city officials are moving forward with a plan to build a tunnel that will link the Liberty Park Sports Complex with the Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex.The city recently received a federal grant through the Alabama Department of Transportation to build the tunnel, which is expected to cost $473,708. The … [Read more...]

By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorBeginning Nov. 3, Hoover and other Jefferson County residents will be able to apply for new car tags and other vehicle licenses at the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium.Hoover Mayor Gary Ivey and Jefferson County Commissioner Jimmie Stephens announced at a recent City Council meeting the Hoover Metropolitan Stadium will … [Read more...]