Orem's dealing with Wilkerson Farm shows how tough it is to decide what to do with open land in Utah Valley. Cities are constantly wrestling with these land use puzzles.
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Deciding what to do with open land could mean big bucks for the city, depending on if it becomes housing or something else.
The developer of the new Home Depot and potentially shoppers.
Potentially residents who use the right-of-way for access, though the report indicates remaining access will be unaffected.
A request to vacate a portion of a public right-of-way was considered, which is necessary for a new development, specifically a Home Depot. This could impact access and land use.
The importance of land: Orem’s Wilkerson Farm saga highlights ongoing land-use conundrums in Utah Valley heraldextra.com