Hoover development and zoning news
Hoover development news, newest first: rezoning cases, building permits, new subdivisions and construction, each story linked to the city or county file.
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Hoover home values hit a record $437,458, Zillow says
The typical Hoover home was worth $437,458 in September, up $12,346 in a year and the highest on record. Homewood and Mountain Brook rose faster; Birmingham fell.
Permits, zoning and home prices
Building permits
Building permits and zoning in Hoover
Hoover requires a permit for work costing $1,000 or more, fences and roofs included. Pay in person only. Building Inspections: 205-444-7522.
Home prices
Hoover home prices and housing market
The typical Hoover home was worth $437,458 in September 2026, a record and up 2.90% in a year, Zillow says. Homewood rose 6.59%. FHFA metro index up 3.41%.
Legal notices
Public notices in Hoover and Jefferson County
An index of Hoover and Jefferson County public notices: new ordinances, council and zoning agendas, bids and AlabamaPublicNotices.com. Not the official publication.