Cullman creates city’s first green parking lot for downtown events

The City of Cullman has unveiled its first green parking lot, located near Depot Park and the Cullman Skatepark.

Cullman says this Low Impact Development (LID) project showcases the city’s commitment to environmental stewardship and efficient land use. The project is meant to mark a significant step towards sustainable urban development.

The new parking lot, located at the corner of 2^nd Ave NE & Young Street NE, features:

• 193 total parking spots, including 8 ADA-compliant spaces
• 100% pervious surfaces
• 10 newly planted Oak trees

Green parking lots

The federal Environmental Protection Agency says green parking can reduce the amount of impervious surface, reduce stormwater flow rates and volumes, reduce stormwater pollutant concentrations and provide a range of other environmental benefits.

Cullman’s new parking lot has a heavy-duty grid system, backfilled with topsoil and seeded to create a fully permeable surface.

“This innovative approach maximizes parking capacity while eliminating the need for traditional stormwater management systems, which often consume valuable real estate.”

~ Woody Jacobs, Cullman mayor

The green parking lot offers numerous benefits:

• Reduced stormwater runoff and improved water quality
• Enhanced aesthetic appeal with integrated vegetation
• Efficient land use without compromising parking capacity

Cullman says this project not only addresses immediate parking needs but also contributes to long-term environmental and community benefits.

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