The following standard zoning districts are hereby established for the purpose of regulating the location and development of residential and non-residential uses in the City of Kissimmee:

A.

Agriculture and Conservation District (AC).

1.

The Agriculture and Conservation (AC) District is primarily intended to allow the use of appropriate areas for agricultural production, the preservation of open spaces, and the conservation and management of soil, water, air, game and other natural resources and amenities. Areas zoned AC are also intended to provide for the development of large lot single family estate development which is compatible with adjacent agricultural activities, when appropriate.

2.

This district is intended primarily for suitable areas which have been assigned a Single Family Low Density Residential (SF-LDR) future land used designation by the comprehensive plan. However, it is also appropriate for agricultural areas which have been annexed into the city, but are given the Multiple Family Medium Density Residential (MF-MDR), Multiple Family High Density Residential (MF-HDR), Commercial General (CG), Industrial Business (IN), Institutional (INST), or Recreation (REC), or Conservation (CONS), future land use designations by the comprehensive plan.

3.

When an annexed area is given a future land use designation other than Single Family Low Density Residential (SF-LDR), the AC district should be considered a holding zone which will permit appropriate rural development until such time as new urban development is appropriate. When new urban development is appropriate for such areas, the property subject to the proposed development may be rezoned to be consistent with its future land use designation and the new development shall be consistent with the new zoning.

B.

Residential Estate District (RE). The Residential Estate (RE) District is primarily intended for single family detached residential development where the requirements are designed to encourage quality neighborhoods in a relatively spacious urban setting. Objectives of the district include the protection of existing stable low density single family neighborhoods, the preservation of open space, and the encouragement of densities which are compatible with existing and anticipated future developments, natural features, and existing and projected public services and facilities. This district is intended for use in suitable areas which have been assigned a Single Family Low Density Residential (SF-LDR) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

C.

Single Family Residential Districts (RA-1, RA-2, RA-3, and RA-4). The single family residential zoning districts are primarily intended to meet the single family housing needs of the community. All four districts may be used to implement the Single Family Low Density Residential (SF-LDR) future land use designation. The RA-3 and RA-4 may also be used to implement the Single Family Medium Density Residential (SF-MDR) future land use designation and are particularly suitable for redevelopment areas having small platted lots and sites serving as a transition between two or more areas accommodating potentially incompatible uses. Objectives of the district include the protection of existing stable single family neighborhoods, the preservation of open space, and the encouragement of densities which are compatible with existing and anticipated future developments, natural features, and existing and projected public services and facilities.

D.

Medium Density Residential Districts (RB-1 and RB-2). The RB-1 and RB-2 zoning districts are primarily intended to meet housing needs for single family medium density development, duplexes, and, where appropriate, triplexes. Both districts are also intended to accommodate compatible non-residential uses, existing multiple family structures, and existing rooming houses. The RB-1 district is particularly suitable for redevelopment areas having small platted lots; areas with natural constraints which make higher densities inappropriate; and sites serving as a transition between areas or districts with differing intensities of development. The RB-2 district is primarily designed for locations on the fringe of existing residential areas serving as a transition area between residential neighborhoods and higher intensity development. The RB-1 and RB-2 districts implement the Single Family Medium Density Residential and the Office-Residential future land use designations in the comprehensive plan.

E.

Multiple Family Medium Density Residential Districts (RC-1 and RC-2). This district is primarily intended to accommodate multiple family developments. The RC-1 district is envisioned for locations where medium density housing already exists and other places appropriate for such development. Frequently the locations serve as a transition between residential neighborhoods and non-residential development. This district is intended for use in areas which have been assigned a Multiple Family Medium Density Residential (MF-MDR) or a Multiple Family High Density Residential (MF-HDR) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan. The RC-2 district is envisioned for areas that are adjacent to development with compatible intensity levels, arterial or collector roads, and have the requisite utilities. These areas should generally be highly accessible to commercial services. The RC-2 district is intended for use in areas which have been assigned a Multiple Family High Density Residential (MF-HDR) future land use designation. Future development proposals within these districts should provide for a smooth transition in residential density, preserve stability of established residential neighborhoods, and include sufficient open space, parking, and landscaping to reinforce objectives for quality living areas.

F.

Mobile Home District (MH). The Mobile Home (MH) District is primarily intended to meet low density single family housing needs in locations appropriate for mobile homes on lots under individual ownership. Objectives of the district include the protection of existing stable low density single family neighborhoods, the preservation of open space, and the encouragement of densities which are compatible with existing and anticipated future developments, natural features, and existing and projected public services and facilities. Areas zoned MH adjoining MHP zoning, or Osceola County zoning of RMH, RMH-1, or RMH-1A, shall have a size of at least five acres. This district is intended for use in suitable areas which have been assigned a Mobile Home Medium Density Residential (MH-MDR) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

G.

Mobile Home Park District (MHP). The Mobile Home Park (MHP) District is intended to provide an area for mobile homes in parks, occupied as single family dwellings, with the intent of creating an environment of residential character and permitting only those uses and activities that are compatible with the residential environment. This district is intended for suitable areas which have been assigned a Mobile Home Medium Density Residential (MH-MDR) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan. (See also section 14-6-41.)

H.

Residential Professional Business District (RPB). The Residential Professional Business (RPB) District is primarily intended to accommodate professional offices and residential uses in locations on the fringe of existing residential areas which have good accessibility to major thoroughfares. Frequently the locations serve as a transition area between residential neighborhoods and higher intensity development. Accordingly, non-residential sites in the district should be designed to be compatible with nearby residences through appropriate landscaping, buffers, levels of site coverage, and access provisions. This district is intended for use in areas which have been assigned an Office-Residential (OR) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

I.

Neighborhood Commercial District (B-2). The Neighborhood Commercial (B-2) District is intended to permit selected business uses in locations convenient to residential areas, where the character of the business uses are such that they predominantly serve commercial needs of the surrounding neighborhood. Uses allowed are primarily those which provide convenience goods or frequently used services, urge business operations and extensions of strip commercial areas are not desired. Areas zoned B-2 shall have a minimum size of five acres and shall be located on arterial or collector streets. The district is intended for use in suitable areas which have been assigned a Commercial General (CG) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

J.

General Commercial District (B-3). The General Commercial (B-3) District is intended to provide for a broad range of business activities including a variety of retail sales, office, and service establishments, and uses requiring a high degree of accessibility for vehicular traffic. However, it is not suitable for warehousing, manufacturing, and most other industrial activities. Areas zoned B-3 should generally be located on or close to arterial or collector streets. The district is intended for use in suitable areas which have been assigned a Commercial General (CG) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

K.

Highway Commercial District (HC). The Highway Commercial (HC) District is intended to primarily provide for a variety of retail, office, and tourist oriented uses mainly along the major transportation corridors in the city. Due to the highway nature of the zone, lot size and yard requirements exceed those of the B-3 district. The district is intended for use in suitable areas which have been assigned a Commercial General (CG) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

L.

Office Commercial District (B-5). The Office Commercial (B-5) District is intended primarily for uses involving businesses and institutional uses which do not involve the direct sale or display of goods, the production of goods, or the storage or shipment of bulk or large volume materials. Convenience commercial facilities, restaurants, and certain other uses are allowed when appropriate conditions and safeguards are fulfilled. Uses in this district should have access to arterial or collector streets. This district is sometimes suitable for use as a buffer separating other commercial zones from residential districts. The district is intended for use in suitable areas which have been assigned an Office Residential (OR) or Commercial General (CG) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

M.

Business Park District (BP). The Business Park (BP) District is intended to provide a protective zone for park-like development of industrial and related uses which have limited objectionable external effects and provide a high quality setting. Manufacturing, warehousing, research, wholesale trade, and office uses are among the allowable uses. Development in this district is particularly characterized by unified planning, controlled ingress and egress to major streets, extensive setbacks, and screening and landscaping necessary to create a quality site design. This district is intended for use in suitable areas which have been assigned an Industrial Business (IN) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

N.

Industrial Business District (IB). The Industrial Business (IB) District is intended for properties suitable for industrial development, but where proximity to residential or commercial zones makes it desirable to limit the manner and extent of industrial operations. It is intended to permit the normal operation of a variety of industrial and related uses under such conditions of operation as will protect nearby development. Various commercial uses which are compatible with typical industrial uses shall also be allowed according to the provisions of this section. It is intended for use in suitable areas which have been assigned an Industrial Business (IN) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

O.

Airport Operations District (AO). The Airport Operations (AO) District is intended to provide for appropriate land uses within that portion of the Kissimmee Municipal Airport tract that is used for aircraft operations and the direct support of such operations. This district is intended for use in areas which have been assigned an Airport Industrial (AI) land use designation by the comprehensive plan. All uses in the AO district shall conform to the Kissimmee Airport Master Plan and chapter 8 of the Code.

P.

Airport Industrial District (AI). The Airport Industrial (AI) District is intended to accommodate activities predominantly connected with typical industrial uses, as well as supporting non-industrial uses in the vicinity of the Kissimmee Municipal Airport. It is intended to permit the normal operation of a variety of industrial and related uses under such conditions of operation as will protect nearby development. This district is intended for use in areas which have been assigned an Airport Industrial (AI) or Industrial Business (IN) land use designation by the comprehensive plan. All uses shall conform to the Kissimmee Airport Master Plan and chapter 8 of the Code.

Q.

Community Facilities District (CF). The Community Facilities (CF) District is intended to accommodate many of the city's public and semi-public community facilities. Development in this district is expected to have sufficient acreage, open space, buffering, and access controls to minimize potential adverse impacts on adjacent land uses. This district is intended for use in areas which have been assigned an Institutional (INST) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

R.

Hospital Facilities District (HF). The Hospital Facilities (HF) District is intended to accommodate hospitals and compatible facilities. Development in this district is expected to have sufficient acreage, open space, buffering, and access controls to minimize potential adverse impacts on adjacent land uses. This district is intended for use in areas which have been assigned an Institutional (INST) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

S.

Utilities District (UT). The Utilities (UT) District is intended to accommodate large scale utility operations. Development in this district is expected to have sufficient acreage, open space, buffering, and access controls to help minimize potential adverse impacts on adjacent land uses. This district is intended for use in areas which have been assigned a Utility (UT) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan.

T.

Open Space District (OS). The Open Space (OS) District is primarily intended to help protect environmentally sensitive natural systems, preserve major open spaces, and provide for recreational needs of the city. Due to the variety of areas involved, permitted uses are restricted to those with low-intensity characteristics. More intense recreational and other activities are allowable, where appropriate, as conditional uses. The provisions of this district shall not be interpreted to prohibit or regulate the following activities, unless the prohibition or regulation is specifically stated as a condition of approval of a site plan, subdivision, conditional use, or temporary use:

1.

Filling.

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Dredging.

3.

Dredged material disposal.

4.

Bankline/stream alteration.

5.

Construction and repair of shoreline stabilization structures, mosquito control structures, and dikes.

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Installing navigational structures.

7.

Construction of public streets.

This district is intended for use in areas which have been assigned a Recreation (REC) or Conservation (CONS) future land use designation by the comprehensive plan. Site design requirements and standards will be established at that time, including requirements concerning buffers, landscaping, signage, and outdoor storage.

(Code 1995, §§ 14-2-16—14-2-42; Ord. No. 3034, § 1(14-4-4), 8-4-2020; Ord. No. 3067, § 1(Exh. A), 11-15-2022)