Orem's City Council is debating whether to rezone a family farm. This decision could dramatically alter the landscape and future of the surrounding neighborhood.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before, 3 the 90 before that.
The rezone could potentially increase the tax base through expanded industrial activity.
The property owner and potential industrial tenants looking for M2-zoned space.
Nearby residents who may experience increased industrial traffic or noise.
The city is considering a rezone of nearly 10 acres to allow for more intensive manufacturing use. This could impact local traffic and the industrial character of the area.
A proposal to rezone land from open space to a planned residential development was discussed, which could lead to new housing construction.
The developer wants to turn residential land into commercial space. They've offered to ban certain noisy or high-traffic businesses to keep the neighbors happy.
A 5.93-acre site is proposed to change from residential to commercial use. This could bring more business activity to the University Parkway corridor.
A request to rezone land from Residential to Commercial use. This could change the character of the neighborhood and potentially impact traffic and local businesses. The commission continued this item for further review.
A property near Geneva Road is being rezoned from Open Space to Community Commercial to allow for a retail development. A development agreement is in place to limit uses and hours, aiming to address neighborhood concerns.
Orem residents initiate referendum on Wilkerson Farm rezone decision KSL News
Last stand for land: Orem residents file referendum to overturn City Council’s Wilkerson Farm rezoning decision heraldextra.com
City council votes on rezoning of family farm in Orem FOX 13 News Utah
Orem City Council votes to rezone Wilkerson Farm property to allow single-family housing heraldextra.com
Orem City Council votes to rezone Wilkerson Farm for housing KUTV
Orem rejects rezoning Canyon Park Tech Center, continues Wilkerson Farm discussion KSL News
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