American Fork is hiring consultants to brainstorm a major glow-up for the downtown area. They’re looking at everything from new shops and housing to better infrastructure to make the city center a place people actually want to hang out.
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The city may face future costs or legal challenges if historical agreements are not honored.
The city and developers benefit from clear infrastructure agreements.
Local property owners feel their rights and previous agreements are being overlooked.
The city is looking at rezoning land to encourage more businesses on the east side and allow for a new hotel.
Local families are worried that new city development agreements are ignoring past promises made to them about their land and road improvements.
American Fork hires consulting group for downtown project ABC4 Utah