1 development and 3 issues moved in Orem City

Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Code Amendments

City-wide single-family residential zones

Proposed code amendments to Article 22-6 establishing clear regulations for permitting detached accessory dwelling units on single-family properties.

still pending

Central Utah 911 Dispatch Transition

Orem is looking to pull its 911 dispatch out of the current Provo City partnership and join Central Utah 911. City leaders say this move will give us better budget control and a stronger voice in how emergency dispatch is run.

What it means: Financial terms will be governed by the membership fee agreement with Central Utah 911, intended to provide more sustainable long-term costs than the current Provo partnership.

Water Connection and Utility Account Code Amendments

Orem is updating its city code to make sure property owners are consistently listed as the account holders for water and city utilities, clearing up old exceptions for rental properties.

What it means: City utility administration will benefit from streamlined account management.

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Regulations

The council is holding a public hearing on new rules that would allow and regulate detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on single-family properties across Orem. This is a big step for housing options and neighborhood guidelines.

What it means: Homeowners looking for rental income or flexible housing options for family members will benefit.