QUICK SUMMARY
West Homewood’s commercial strip is getting a fresh look. On September 1, the Homewood Planning Commission approved land resurveys that clear the way for the Oxmoor Automotive site at 184 Oxmoor Road to become a multi-tenant, mixed-use retail center. Developer Brian Krogsgard plans to keep the 10,000-square-foot building’s structure and completely redo the outside, following the playbook he used at 169 Oxmoor Road. Two more projects — a Blazin’ Wings restaurant on West Valley Avenue and a Dutch Bros. drive-through coffee shop on Green Springs Highway — were pushed to the commission’s October 7 meeting. Here is what it all means for the neighborhood.
Homewood’s walkable charm and strong schools have kept it one of the Birmingham metro’s most in-demand suburbs. Now the western side of the city is drawing new investment, one modest redevelopment at a time.
What is planned for the Oxmoor Automotive site?
The owner of Oxmoor Automotive is retiring, and developer Brian Krogsgard plans to redevelop the 10,000-square-foot building at 184 Oxmoor Road into a multi-tenant, mixed-use center with retail and service businesses, according to The Homewood Star. The Planning Commission approved moving lot lines at 184 Oxmoor Road and 516 Scott Street to expand parking for the project.
Krogsgard says he will keep the steel structure and slab, redo the exterior, and add new landscaping and parking. A tenant proposal is expected to come to the city soon. The 1,200-square-foot office building next door will also get a new tenant as the current contracting business moves out.
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Has this kind of redevelopment worked in West Homewood before?
Yes — just down the street. Over the past couple of years, Krogsgard took a 1980s office building at 169 Oxmoor Road and turned it into a multi-tenant space that now houses Onward Physical Therapy, The Craft Room and Collective Salon in 5,700 square feet on the ground floor, with a new tenant signed for the 3,000-square-foot second floor. The Oxmoor Automotive project follows the same concept.
The commission also approved dividing the Weygand Surveyors lot at 173 Oxmoor Road into two lots, opening the door for future development on the second parcel.
What about the Blazin’ Wings and Dutch Bros. projects?
Two more cases were continued to the commission’s October 7 meeting. One would split a lot at 215 West Valley Avenue — currently home to a vacant convenience store and the Dos Hermanos Taco Truck — to make room for a Blazin’ Wings restaurant with access to Aspen Ridge. The other involves a proposed Dutch Bros. coffee shop with drive-through and walk-up service at 832 Green Springs Highway; the applicant asked for more time while the owner works through an access issue on Raleigh Avenue.
For neighbors, the takeaway is simple: West Homewood is attracting steady, incremental investment — reused buildings, new small businesses and new dining options rather than massive tear-downs. That kind of growth tends to support nearby home values while keeping the neighborhood’s character intact.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the Oxmoor Automotive redevelopment in Homewood?
The project is at 184 Oxmoor Road in West Homewood, Alabama. The existing 10,000-square-foot automotive building will be converted into a multi-tenant, mixed-use center with retail and service businesses, with expanded parking approved by the Homewood Planning Commission on September 1, 2026.
Is Dutch Bros. coffee coming to Homewood, Alabama?
A Dutch Bros. coffee shop with drive-through and walk-up service has been proposed for 832 Green Springs Highway. The request is not yet approved — the Planning Commission continued the case to its October 7, 2026 meeting while an access issue is worked out.
Does new commercial development help home values in Homewood?
Generally, yes. Thoughtful redevelopment that brings restaurants, services and shops within walking distance tends to make a neighborhood more desirable, which supports demand for nearby homes. West Homewood’s reuse-focused projects are a good example of growth that adds convenience without changing the feel of the area.
Is Homewood a good place to buy a home in 2026?
Homewood remains one of the Birmingham metro’s most sought-after suburbs thanks to its schools, walkability and quick access to downtown and UAB. Inventory is tight, so working with a local agent matters. Our Homewood guide is a good place to start, and first-time buyers can find a step-by-step overview on our site.
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