Orem City Council Meeting | 9.22.2026

The Orem City Council held a work session on September 22, 2026, focusing primarily on traffic speed limits and regulations for detached accessory dwelling units (DADUs) on single-family properties. The council reviewed traffic engineering data related to speed limits, including 85th percentile speeds, and discussed enforcement and community feedback. They also considered amendments to the city code to comply with state law regarding DADUs, including size limits, setbacks, parking requirements, and owner occupancy. The council debated increasing the maximum allowable size for DADUs from 650 to 850 square feet for certain lot sizes and discussed parking placement to minimize neighborhood impact. A motion was passed to approve the ordinance with modifications including removing bedroom limits, extending parking allowances, increasing DADU size limits for specific lot ranges, and clarifying setback exceptions. Additionally, the council approved consent items such as a public safety dispatch interlocal agreement and an amendment to water connection requirements for commercial properties. Other topics included community service initiatives, youth council activities, and public comments on various city issues.