White Hall, AL

White Hall Comprehensive Plan: Guiding Growth and Heritage Preservation

Project Summary

The White Hall Comprehensive Plan is a forward-looking roadmap for sustainable growth, balancing community needs with historical preservation. This initiative enhanced infrastructure, promoted eco-tourism, and supported economic growth along the Highway 80 corridor.

Outcomes

• Community-Focused Development: Developed a vision for a vibrant town center, increasing local business opportunities and improving public spaces.

• Enhanced Connectivity: Introduced a greenway and trails plan linking neighborhoods, historical sites, and regional attractions.

• Preservation and Tourism: Integrated key Civil Rights landmarks to promote heritage tourism, drawing visitors and fostering local pride.

How Place Associates Contributed

Place Associates created the White Hall Comprehensive Plan through the DesignAlabama Design Place program, working collaboratively with a talented team during a design charrette. The process incorporated innovative ideas from Marshall Anderson with Design Initiative, Ryan Collins with Dix-Hite, and Jeremy Cutts with Williams Blackstock Architects. This collaborative effort ensured a vision that balances growth, connectivity, and the preservation of White Hall's unique heritage, while equipping the community with practical tools for long-term implementation.