What are the opening hours?

Monday 8am - 5pm Tuesday 8am - 5pm Wednesday 8am - 5pm Thursday 8am - 5pm Friday 8am - 5pm

City of Florence Planning & Community Development

Home
United States
Florence, AL
City of Florence Planning & Community Development

Call Directions Website Contact the organization

Implementing plans, programs, policies, + projects to create the high quality of life citizens expect

The Planning/Community Development Department oversees the physical development of the city. It provides for the orderly growth, development, and redevelopment of the City of Florence by recommending policy, thorough planning, and management of developed plans.

10/21/2026

10/20/2026

**PUBLIC NOTICE** (10/19/26) Florence/Lauderdale EMA will be conducting system wide outdoor warning siren testing this week. We will be going to each individual siren throughout the county and inspecting/testing.

07/02/2026

06/08/2026

Flooding Caution + Tennessee River

⚠️Caution Advised⚠️on all area lakes over the next 24-72 hours. TVA will be opening spillways and increasing hydro releases to assist in moving the significant rains experienced today. Dangerous currents, swift water, and increased water debris (ie- stumps, logs, and runoff trash) are expected along the Tennessee River. ❗️PLEASE ❗️wear lifejackets and have your throwable PFD readily available. Alert family of your float plan and docking time if on the water this week.

06/07/2026

“Turn Around, Don’t Drown”
Barricade Update 5:00 pm 6/7/2026

🚧Traffic Alert 🚧

We have placed several barricades throughout the city to help drivers avoid roads that are flooded. The roads that have barricades can be found below. We will update the list if more barricades are put out or if barricades are removed.

🔴 Gresham Rd & Chisholm Rd
🔴 Gresham Rd & Helton Dr
🔴 Mars Hills Rd & Knights Bridge Rd
🔴 Mars Hill Rd & Rushton St
🔴 Mars Hill Rd & Snell Dr
🔴 Cherokee St & Irvine St, Waterloo Rd
🔴 Patterson St & Pruitt St, Beale St

When driving in the rain please remember to slow down, leave plenty of space between you and other vehicles, turn on headlights, and turn on your windshield wipers. 🌧️🚗

04/08/2026

🏡 Every person deserves a home that is safe, stable, and secure.

Through CDBG funding, the City of Florence is helping residents stay in their homes by supporting critical repairs and improvements. This transformation is more than just a new roof, it’s peace of mind for the families who live here.

Together, we’re expanding housing opportunities and strengthening our community, one home at a time.

To apply for this program, contact Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama or learn more here:
https://www.caanw.org/general-9-4

04/07/2026

Public Service Partnerships in action 🤝

Through CDBG funding, the City of Florence is proud to partner with incredible local organizations to expand opportunities across our community, especially for those who need it the most.

From housing and healthcare to education and family support, these partnerships are making a real difference throughout the Shoals.

Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected Florence.

-development

04/06/2026

🎉 National Community Development Week is here! 🎉

April 6–10 we’re celebrating the programs that strengthen Florence and improve the quality of life for our residents.

Through CDBG funding, the City of Florence continues to invest in housing, public services, infrastructure, and economic opportunity, making a lasting impact in our community.

Join us this week as we highlight the people, projects, and partnerships that make it all possible.

03/31/2026

Shoals Community Clinic invites you to schedule an appointment during our 2026 Spring Women’s Health Fair, April 20th and 21st. Call 256-760-4713.

03/23/2026

❤️🎉✨ Downtown Florence has made another top list! “Five Alabama shopping districts rank among America’s most ‘envied’”.

We’re definitely making progress in beautiful, historic, creative Downtown Florence! But what we need more than anything is YOU!

Come join us downtown today because community starts with you, me and each of us working together. Hope to see you downtown soon! Article link in comments below 👇

Address

110 W College Street
Florence, AL
35630

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12567408806

Website

http://florenceal.org/City_Departments/Planning_Department/index.html

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when City of Florence Planning & Community Development posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.