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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.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 2 mentions in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before.
The impact on property values and rental availability is currently being assessed.
Homeowners looking to build secondary units and renters seeking more housing options.
Neighbors concerned about privacy, parking, and increased density.
The city is updating its rules for detached ADUs to comply with state law. This will change how and where homeowners can build secondary units on their property.
The city is working on a new ordinance to allow detached accessory dwelling units in backyards. They are trying to balance state requirements with keeping neighborhoods quiet and private.
The city is creating new rules for backyard cottages to comply with state law. This will clarify what homeowners can build on their property.
The city is figuring out how to handle new state rules for backyard cottages or garage apartments. It's a big deal for homeowners looking to add rental space or housing for family members.
The city is updating its rules to comply with new state laws regarding detached accessory apartments. This could change how many people can live on a single lot and impact neighborhood density.
The city is looking at how to handle 'flag lots'—homes built behind existing ones. It's a balance between adding housing and keeping the neighborhood feel.
A developer wanted to change the rules to allow more multi-family housing in single-family neighborhoods. The Council decided against it, prioritizing current neighborhood density and traffic concerns.
The city considered a proposal to make it easier to build multi-family housing in single-family neighborhoods. Residents were worried about how this would change the character of their streets and increase traffic.
The city is looking at changing rules that allow multi-family housing in areas currently zoned for single-family homes. Residents are concerned about how this might change the feel and density of their neighborhoods.
‘Family City USA’: This nearly full Utah town is done with density and wants more single-family homes The Salt Lake Tribune
The city is looking for ways to improve older neighborhoods and encourage people to stay in Orem long-term.
The project adds 40 twin-home units to the area and provides a new public road connection to Geneva Road, improving traffic circulation.
This adds one new home to the neighborhood and uses an existing driveway for access.
The proposal would have allowed for higher density in areas currently zoned for single-family homes.
This changes the potential use of the land from open space to commercial.
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