City of Birmingham Establishes Standards for ‘Public Camping’ While Outlining Outreach, Notification, Removal Procedures

cityofbirmingham.org The City of Birmingham has approved a Public Camping Ordinance establishing citywide standards prohibiting unauthorized camping and encampments on publicly owned property. The ordinance addresses concerns surrounding public health and sanitation, public safety, access to shared public spaces, and the protection of critical infrastructure, including bridges and viaducts. “Every resident deserves safe, accessible public spaces, and we have a responsibility to protect them,” said Mayor Randall L. Woodfin. “This ordinance establishes clear expectations and a consistent process for addressing encampments while ensuring that outreach, compassion, and connections to shelter and supportive services remain part of our response.

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