Woodlawn anticipates growth after demolishing dilapitated gas station

Abandoned gas station to be demolished in Woodlawn. (Birmingham Design Review)

In January, Woodlawn United was given the green light from the Birmingham Design Review Committee to demolish an abandoned gas station at 5612 First Avenue South in Woodlawn. 

Enhancing Woodlawn’s downtown district

Strategically located near the Woodlawn Birmingham Rapid Transit stop, the removal of the dilapidated building will help spur redevelopment in the area.

“This demolition marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Woodlawn.

As we move forward, our vision for this space is one that reflects the needs and aspirations of our community—creating a place that enhances our thriving downtown district, prioritizes walkability, and connects residents to vital resources like healthcare and transportation. 

Whatever we build here will be a true extension of Woodlawn’s growth, ensuring that this space serves and uplifts the people who call this community home.”

Woodlawn Renaissance

Support local Birmingham artists by attending this fundraising event. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

Woodlawn has been going through a renaissance over the last decade and a half with the construction of mixed-income housing, the launching of the I3 Academy and the creation of a beautiful mural trail called “The Way.” 

Establishments also near the demolition/redevelopment sit include:

•  Woodlawn Theatre
• Jazz 55th
• Slutty Vegan (Only location in Alabama)

To learn more about Woodlawn United and its dynamic vision for the Woodlawn Community, check out its website and follow them on social media.

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Pat Byington

Longtime conservationist. Former Executive Director at the Alabama Environmental Council and Wild South. Publisher of the Bama Environmental News for more than 18 years. Career highlights include playing an active role in the creation of Alabama's Forever Wild program, Little River Canyon National Preserve, Dugger Mountain Wilderness, preservation of special places throughout the East through the Wilderness Society and the strengthening (making more stringent) the state of Alabama's cancer risk and mercury standards.