Ala. Code § 11-43A-80: Procedure for Becoming Candidate.

Any person desiring to become a candidate at any election for the office of mayor or councilman may become a candidate by filing a statement of candidacy as required and authorized by the applicable general municipal election laws. The candidate shall state the office to which he seeks election, and, in addition to the residency qualifications required by this article, shall have the qualifications prescribed by the applicable general municipal election laws.