Allowed and Prohibited Uses in the Kissimmee RA-4: Single Family Residential District
The RA-4: Single Family Residential District in the City of Kissimmee primarily allows for single-family detached dwellings, accessory dwelling units, and certain educational facilities by right. All development within the RA-4: Single Family Residential District must adhere to a 6,000 square foot minimum lot area and a maximum building height of two stories, which may be increased to three stories only through a conditional use review [Section 14-4-6].
District Intent
In the City of Kissimmee, the RA-4: Single Family Residential District is intended to meet the housing needs of the community while implementing the Single Family Medium Density Residential (SF-MDR) future land use designation. It is specifically utilized for redevelopment areas featuring small platted lots and serves as a transition between different density zones [Section 14-4-4].
Allowed and Prohibited Land Uses
Under the Kissimmee Land Development Code, any use not specifically listed as Permitted (P) or Conditional (C) in the official schedule of uses is strictly prohibited [Section 14-4-5].
Table: RA-4: Single Family Residential District Use Schedule
| Use Category | Specific Land Use | Permission Level |
|---|---|---|
| Residential | Single-Family Detached Dwellings | Permitted (P) |
| Residential | Accessory Dwelling Units | Permitted (P) |
| Residential | Family Day Care Homes | Permitted (P) |
| Residential | Duplexes, Triplexes, and Townhomes | Prohibited |
| Residential | Multi-Family Dwellings | Prohibited |
| Residential | Mobile Homes | Prohibited |
| Institutional | Schools (Elementary and Middle) | Permitted (P) |
| Institutional | Schools (High Schools) | Conditional (C) |
| Institutional | Churches and Places of Worship | Conditional (C) |
| Institutional | Child Care Facilities | Conditional (C) |
| Institutional | Community Centers and Civic Clubs | Conditional (C) |
| Institutional | Libraries | Conditional (C) |
| Public Safety | Fire Stations | Conditional (C) |
| Recreation | Passive Recreation Areas | Conditional (C) |
| Utilities | Minor Utility Facilities | Permitted (P) |
| Agricultural | Agricultural Uses / Farm Animals | Prohibited |
[Section 14-4-5, Table 4-1]
Site and Dimensional Standards
Development within the RA-4: Single Family Residential District of Kissimmee must comply with specific density and bulk requirements. Non-residential uses within the district are required to have direct frontage on or access to a collector or arterial road [Section 14-4-5, Footnote 5].
| Standard | RA-4: Single Family Residential Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Lot Area | 6,000 square feet |
| Minimum Lot Width | 50 feet |
| Minimum Lot Depth | 100 feet |
| Maximum Impervious Surface Area | 50% |
| Minimum Front Setback | 20 feet |
| Minimum Side Setback (Residential) | 5 feet |
| Minimum Street Side Setback | 15 feet |
| Minimum Rear Setback | 25 feet |
| Maximum Height (Stories) | 2 (3 stories allowed only via Conditional Use) |
[Section 14-4-6, Table 4-3]
Parking Requirements
The City of Kissimmee requires off-street parking for all residential uses within the RA-4: Single Family Residential District to ensure adequate access and circulation.
| Use Type | Minimum Parking Spaces Required |
|---|---|
| Single Family Detached | 2 spaces per unit |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit | 1 space per unit |
| Family Day Care Home | Must provide off-street parking |
[Section 14-7-22, Table 7-2; Section 14-6-7]
Supplemental District Regulations
- One Building per Lot: In the RA-4: Single Family Residential District, no more than one single-family structure shall be located on a single lot [Section 14-4-6].
- Front Yard Coverage: No residentially zoned lot in Kissimmee shall have more than 40 percent of the front and side yards covered with pavers, concrete, gravel, or other type of pavement [Section 14-4-6].
- Animal Restrictions: Farm animals are prohibited within 25 feet of any property zoned for residential use in the RA-4: Single Family Residential District [Section 14-4-5, Footnote 1].
Sections Cited
- Section 14-4-4 - Standard zoning districts—Intent
- Section 14-4-5 - Schedule of uses for standard zoning districts
- Section 14-4-6 - Regulations for zoning districts
- Section 14-6-7 - Home occupations
- Section 14-7-22 - Automobile parking ratios