City of Orem Planning Commission 06-17-2026

The City of Orem Planning Commission held a meeting on June 17, 2026, primarily focused on discussing the new state mandate requiring the city to allow detached accessory dwelling units (DADUs) on lots of 11,000 square feet or larger by October 1, 2026. The commission deliberated on various regulatory aspects including setbacks, parking requirements, design consistency with primary dwellings, height restrictions, and utility access. They also reviewed a preliminary subdivision plan for new flag lots and approved a site plan for the relocation of the Costco fuel center, which included considerations of traffic flow, parking capacity, and underground fuel tanks. The commission approved both the subdivision preliminary plan and the Costco fuel center site plan. The discussions highlighted the need to balance regulatory compliance with community impact, particularly concerning parking, neighborhood aesthetics, and short-term rental restrictions for DADUs. The commission plans to continue refining the DADU ordinance in upcoming work sessions to meet the state deadline.