Mobile Launches Construction Website

MOBILE, Ala. — As part of its continued partnership with Qwally, Inc., the City of Mobile has launched a new small business guide called “Open Now,” a website designed to be inclusive, easy to use and an aid for small business leaders seeking to understand the construction and development processes for planning, zoning, development and permitting from start to finish. Open Now will complement existing tools like the Buildmobile.org website and its Customer Self Service Dashboard, which are designed to offer convenient access to information about departments, regulatory boards, permitting and inspections, as well as easy remote payment options. The website offers a step-by-step “road map” intended to help businesses navigate development at their own pace and be more prepared for key steps in the process. Colorado-based Qwally has previously worked with Mobile’s Office of Supplier Diversity to create the Work with the City website, which helps small businesses—particularly minority, veteran and women-owned small businesses—apply and compete for local public contracts. “Since partnering with us in 2019, Qwally has expanded to serve other communities, as well,” Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson explained. “Qwally’s platforms have had an impact on so many businesses in Mobile, and it’s been great to see the work that started in our community is now helping others.”