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Moving Guide in Orem, Utah

Moving Guide for Orem, Utah homeowners. A full local guide is in production — meanwhile, the Community Resources covers the same material at the state level.

Everything you need to settle into Orem, Utah — utilities, schools, taxes, internet, trash, DMV, emergency contacts, and government offices, in the order most new residents need them.

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Utilities in Orem

Open accounts for electricity, natural gas, water/sewer, garbage, and internet at least 10 business days before you move in. Sellers should keep service active through possession plus 24 hours.

Transfer playbook: 10 business days before closing, call Rocky Mountain Power and Dominion Energy to schedule a transfer in your name. Open an Orem City Utility Billing account (a refundable deposit is typical). Order internet equipment 1–2 weeks before move-in. Sellers should keep utilities active through possession + 24 hours, then schedule shut-off in their own name.

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Schools in Orem

Orem is served by the Alpine School District, the largest in Utah by enrollment. Elementary feeders vary widely by neighborhood; high-school assignment is generally Orem High, Mountain View, or Timpanogos depending on address. Charter and private options are available within a short drive. School assignment is one of the strongest drivers of Orem resale value — buyers consistently pay a premium for the most-requested elementary boundaries.

School information and boundaries can change. Buyers should verify current school assignments, boundaries, programs, and other information directly with the applicable school district.

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Property Taxes in Orem

Property tax in Orem is assessed and collected at the Utah County level. Use the lookup below to see the current valuation, levy, and tax history for any parcel.

Government Services in Orem

City Hall, the recorder, planning & zoning, building permits, public works, utility billing, county offices, voting, and elections — everything you need to interact with local government in Orem and Utah County.

DMV & Licensing for Orem Residents

New Utah residents must transfer driver license and vehicle registration within 60 days of establishing residency. Schedule appointments through the Driver License Division and the DMV — wait times are dramatically shorter with an appointment.

Emergency Services in Orem

For any life-threatening emergency, dial 911. The contacts below are for non-emergency reporting, statewide resources, and disaster preparedness.

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For statewide moving coverage that applies to Orem, see the Community Resources. The Orem Town Square also links to every resource we publish for the city, and we're always happy to answer address-specific questions directly.

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