The Montgomery SmartCode emphasizes sustainable urban development by prioritizing energy efficiency, community-focused design, and green infrastructure. It promotes practices such as rain gardens, permeable surfaces, and green roofs to manage stormwater while preserving natural resources and reducing environmental impacts. The code encourages walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods with ample green spaces and supports energy-efficient architecture tailored to local climate and topography. Its goal is to foster resilient, environmentally conscious communities that balance growth with ecological preservation.
Policy Details:
Locale: Montgomery, Alabama [Southeast]
Climate zone: Zone 3A: Warm Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Cool Roof, Green Roofs, Wetlands, Urban Meadows, Habitat Spaces, Parkland, Shade Structures, Solar PV Canopies, Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Trees, Zero and Low-Carbon Concrete, Carbon-Sequestering Concrete, Permeable Pavement , Reflective Pavement
Policy Type(s): Zoning
Citation:
Montgomery, AL Code of Ordinances Appendix C, Article VI, Sec. 10.14.2
