State Overview

Alabama Zoning & Land Use Laws

Zoning regulations, ADU laws, short-term rental rules, and land use policies for Alabama. Source-cited from state legislation and municipal codes.

Total Cities

463

Total Counties

67

ADU State Law

No state law

Lot Split Law

No state law

Cottage Food Law

Yes

Cities With Data

2

Cottage Food Law

Statewide cottage-food-law status for Alabama has not been confirmed — see the official source for current requirements.

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Alabama Cities with Zoning Data

No statewide ADU-enabling law on record — nothing to cite at the state level. Last verified April 5, 2026.

Last updated: April 5, 2026
Alabama Zoning Laws & Building Regulations (2026) | PropertyZoned