Allowed and Prohibited Uses in the CF: Community Facilities District
The CF: Community Facilities District in the Municipality of Kissimmee is designated primarily for public and semi-public institutional uses such as schools, hospitals, and government offices. While the district allows a wide array of civic and service-oriented uses by right, it strictly prohibits most residential, heavy industrial, and standalone retail activities to maintain its function as a hub for community services.
Intent and Purpose of the CF District
In the Municipality of Kissimmee, the CF: Community Facilities District is intended to accommodate a variety of public and semi-public community facilities. The district requires sufficient acreage, open space, and buffering to minimize potential adverse impacts on adjacent land uses. This district typically implements the "Institutional (INST)" future land use designation as defined by the comprehensive plan [Section 14-4-4.Q].
Permitted and Conditional Use Schedule
Uses within the CF: Community Facilities District are classified as Permitted (P), which are allowed by right, or Conditional (C), which require a specific review process to ensure compatibility with the surrounding area [Section 14-4-5].
Civic and Institutional Uses
| Use Type | Status | Additional Requirements/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Churches | Permitted | |
| Colleges and Universities | Permitted | |
| Community Centers | Permitted | |
| Libraries and Museums | Permitted | |
| Public Uses | Permitted | |
| Schools (Elementary, Middle, High) | Permitted | |
| Hospitals | Conditional | Subject to Section 14-11-7.B for signage |
| Institutional Care Facilities | Conditional | Gross floor area must not exceed 4,000 sq. ft. [Footnote 1] |
| Cemeteries | Conditional |
Commercial and Service Uses
| Use Type | Status | Additional Requirements/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Service Establishments (Business, Personal, and Intensive) | Permitted | |
| Research and Development Establishments | Permitted | |
| Veterinary Clinics | Permitted | |
| Warehouse | Permitted | |
| Communication Service Establishments | Permitted | |
| Drive-Through Facilities | Conditional | Only allowed on parcels of two acres or more [Footnote 2] |
| Child Care Facilities | Conditional | |
| Repair Service Establishments (Light) | Conditional |
Recreation and Miscellaneous Uses
| Use Type | Status | Additional Requirements/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Recreation Areas (Passive) | Permitted | |
| Recreation Facilities (Indoor Private) | Permitted | |
| Recreation (Active/Outdoor) | Permitted | |
| Heliports (Medical and Law Enforcement) | Permitted | Subject to Section 14-6-6 |
| Heliports (Standard) | Conditional | Subject to Section 14-6-6 |
| Utility Facilities (Minor) | Permitted | |
| Utility Facilities (Major) | Conditional | |
| Communication Towers and Facilities | Conditional | Subject to Section 14-6-38 |
| Recycling Collection Centers | Conditional | Subject to Section 14-6-42 |
Prohibited Uses
Under the Municipality of Kissimmee Land Development Code, any use not expressly listed as Permitted (P) or Conditional (C) in the official use schedule is prohibited [Section 14-4-5]. Prohibited activities in the CF: Community Facilities District include, but are not limited to:
- Residential Uses: Single-family dwellings, duplexes, multi-family developments, townhomes, and accessory dwelling units are not permitted in the CF District.
- Commercial/Retail: Standalone retail stores, restaurants, pawn shops, financial institutions, and nurseries are prohibited.
- Lodging: Hotels, motels, and bed and breakfast establishments are not allowed.
- Industrial: Light, medium, and heavy manufacturing, as well as wholesale trade establishments, are prohibited.
- Transportation: Bus depots, rail stations, and taxi stations are not permitted.
- Specialty Commercial: Adult entertainment, microbreweries, and motor vehicle sales or repair (heavy) are prohibited.
Site and Development Standards
All development within the CF: Community Facilities District must adhere to specific dimensional requirements to ensure proper site design [Section 14-5-6].
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Lot Area | 20,000 square feet |
| Minimum Lot Width | 100 feet |
| Minimum Front Setback | 25 feet |
| Minimum Side Setback | 10 feet |
| Minimum Rear Setback | 10 feet |
| Maximum Impervious Surface Area | 75% |
| Maximum Structure Height | 80 feet |
Sections Cited
- Section 14-4-4. Standard zoning districts—Intent.
- Section 14-4-5. Schedule of uses for standard zoning districts.
- Section 14-5-6. Site Standards.
- Section 14-6-6. Heliports.
- Section 14-6-38. Communication towers and facilities.
- Section 14-6-42. Recycling collection centers and containers.
- Section 14-11-7. Special district/use signs.