Historic Preservation Commission

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Interested in participating in a City of Tuscaloosa Historic Preservation Commission public hearing? There are two options available to provide input for consideration:

1. In advance by written comment. Submit written comments through the comment form above no later than 3:00pm on the meeting date. Written comments from individuals will be provided to the commission for consideration prior to the meeting. 
2. During the meeting, in person. You can attend the meeting in-person to speak by coming to the Council Chambers located at 2201 University Boulevard. Parking is available in the Intermodal Facility located at the corner of 7th Street and 23rd Avenue. If special accommodations or auxiliary aids are needed for participation at the hearing by persons with disabilities, please contact the Office of Urban Development, Planning Division at 205-248-5100 at least 48 hours in advance

Any individual wishing to provide supplemental information (PowerPoint, handouts, etc.) must submit the information to staff via email no later than 3:00pm the Monday before the meeting date.

Next Meeting Date: July 9, 2025

The City of Tuscaloosa Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) was formed in fall 2004. It was created to ensure that Tuscaloosa’s historic resources are maintained in a manner appropriate to the city’s heritage. The HPC provides primary guidance in the planning and design of projects that are sympathetic to the special character of the historic districts. 

Historic properties may be occupied by no more than two (2) unrelated persons, unless the property has been certified as a legal non-conforming use to allow its occupation by no more than three (3) unrelated persons. If you are considering buying or renting a property in a historic, please read Sec. 20-15.34 Occupancy Restrictions in Historic Districts and call 205-248-5100 to find out the occupancy restrictions on the property.

Please use the Occupancy Complaint Form, located on the main Planning and Zoning page, to notify the City that an address may be in violation of Section 20-15.34: Occupancy Restrictions in Historic Districts. Please return the form to the Office of Urban Development, Planning Division via email at hpc@tuscaloosa.com.