Land Development

Land Development Regulations

This information is provided for reference purposes only and is subject to change without notice. Official copies of the Subdivision and Zoning Regulations of Shelby County, Alabama, are maintained in the office of the Planning Services, Shelby County Department of Development Services at 1123 County Services Drive in Pelham, Alabama, and may be obtained from this office during regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm).

• Land Division
• Sanitation Regulations
• Unsafe Buildings Being a Public Nuisance
• Noise Ordinance
• Regulations for Manufactured Home Communities
• Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
• Subdivision Regulations
• Zoning Regulations
• Stormwater Ordinance
• Stormwater Management Program Plan (SWMPP)

Publications Online - Zoning in Shelby County 

• Commonly Asked Questions About Zoning- A brochure that addresses some of the most frequently asked questions and concerns regarding the zoning process
  • Setback Tables
• Zoning Districts in Shelby County - Provides general information about zoning districts as well as permitted and conditional uses for each district

Forms & Applications 

• ABC License Application
• Conditional Use Zoning Application
• Junkyard License Application
• Portable Building Application and Permit
• Rezoning Application
• Sign Permit Application
• Site Plan Application
• Subdivision Application
• Zoning Variance Application
• Planning Review Board Purpose and Procedures