Orem residents are fighting against new housing developments that would allow for more apartments and townhomes. They're worried about changing the city's 'Family City USA' image and keeping their neighborhoods feeling like they always have.
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More housing could mean more people, which might strain city services, but it could also bring in more tax revenue.
People who want to buy or rent in Orem might get more options, and developers could build more.
Long-time residents who value the current single-family home aesthetic might feel their neighborhoods are changing too quickly.
These were Utah's fastest-growing cities in 2025, according to the University of Utah KSL.com
‘Family City USA’: This nearly full Utah town is done with density and wants more single-family homes The Salt Lake Tribune