BIRMINGHAM IS AWESOME.
And we believe Birmingham has even greater potential. Our city is full of creative people, historic fabric and big dreams — and we work to make all of it work together. We are REV Birmingham, a place-based revitalization and economic development 501c3 nonprofit with a mission to create vibrant commercial districts.
Downtown Birmingham Economic Vitality Data
A strong downtown strengthens the entire region, and we need all our community partners to be working together to create impact downtown. Explore the latest data and analysis from REV’s downtown team! New reports are released twice a year.
News
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Safeguarding history, one preservation easement at a time
Filed Under: Developer, Front Page, Historic Preservation, Yaysayers
As longtime preservation advocates, we’re also proud to introduce REV’s own Historic Preservation Easement Program, created to help safeguard Birmingham’s irreplaceable architecture while adding long-term value to development projects involving historic properties.
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Preservation that pays: How historic tax credits can power a downtown revival
Filed Under: Developer, Downtown Birmingham, Front Page, Historic Preservation
For preservation advocates (or “building huggers,” as we like to call ourselves), historic tax credits are essential. They don’t just help save historic buildings — they support local economies, encourage private investment and breathe new life into spaces that shape the identity of our communities.
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Date night done right: Romantic outings you’ll fall for in Birmingham
Filed Under: Birmingham Food & Drink, Downtown Birmingham, Family Friendly, Front Page, Residential, Yaysayers
Looking for the perfect way to spend quality time with your special someone? In this guide, we’ve rounded up a variety of Magic City date ideas tailored to different tastes, personalities and interests. So, grab your partner, or even a few friends, and explore some of Birmingham’s best spots for a truly memorable time.
How can you help?
From historic building rehab consulting to creative placemaking to technical assistance for entrepreneurs, we’re responding to the impact of COVID-19 while ensuring Birmingham doesn’t lose the momentum we’ve gained in recent years.
As a nonprofit, we need your help to keep this momentum going! Yaysayers like you can help build a more vibrant Birmingham by supporting REV’s potential-proving and place-making work.
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