MONTGOMERY, AL April 24, 2026 — The Montgomery Planning Commission unanimously approved the Carter Hill Road & College Street Streetscape Master Plan during a public hearing on April 23 at Montgomery City Hall. This approval marks a significant step toward enhancing pedestrian safety and connectivity in a key commercial corridor. The Master Plan focuses on improving pedestrian access and safety, strengthening business district connectivity, enhancing corridor aesthetics and mobility, and addressing long-standing community requests for walkability improvements.
The project had garnered substantial community interest, with multiple news outlets covering public feedback and prior open houses. The final Master Plan was presented to the Old Cloverdale Association on April 20, receiving positive feedback and garnering their support.
The April 23 hearing featured public testimonials by citizens, letters of support, and a presentation by project partner Foresite Group, underscoring the city’s commitment to incorporating citizen input into the corridor’s development.
The Planning Commission’s unanimous approval enables the city to apply for funding and commence engineering work, advancing efforts to improve pedestrian safety and access along this heavily traveled corridor.
About the Project:
The Carter Hill Road & College Street Streetscape Master Plan aims to:
– Improve pedestrian access and safety
– Strengthen business district connectivity
– Enhance corridor aesthetics and mobility
– Address long-standing community requests for walkability improvements
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