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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Orem City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Industrial Zone Map Amendment at 1075 South 1675 West
A public hearing addressed rezoning 9.29 acres from Controlled Manufacturing to Light Manufacturing with a restrictive development agreement.
Zoning for Personal Services
The city is looking at allowing barber shops and tattoo parlors in manufacturing zones. This could open up new business opportunities in industrial areas.
Residential Building Height Text Amendment
The commission discussed clarifying rules on how tall primary buildings can be in single-family zones. This aims to ensure consistency and predictability in residential construction.
Commissary Kitchens in Commercial Zones
The city is considering allowing commissary kitchens, which are commercial kitchens used by food businesses like caterers and food trucks, in the C1 Commercial Zone. This change could support local food entrepreneurs.
Commissary Kitchen Zoning
Local food truck owners and caterers need a place to prep food. This change would let them operate in C1 commercial zones.