Downtown Neighbor Power
Birmingham's Central Business District sits in two neighborhoods that wield considerable influence over developments that affect residents' lives. The communities will also test how well rich and poor, white and black can live in harmony.
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SPECIAL SECTION: URBAN LIVING FEVER

Urban Living Explosion
The surprising number of loft, condos and apartment developments underway in Birmingham are proof that urban living fever has finally taken hold here as it has in cities across the country. read more
Riding the Urban Wave
Whether they're converting old buildings or building new from the ground up, loft and condo developers are too busy riding the urban wave to worry whether it's just a passing fad. read more
Urban Redefined
"Urban" no longer refers to the inner city poor. Today's new urban dwellers are more educated, diverse and affluent. And they aren't afraid of living in Downtown Birmingham. read more

Planning Birmingham's Master Park
A citizen's group and City officials are moving to put an ambitious, innovative plan for Birmingham's Railroad Reservation Park on the fast track. read more