City of Kissimmee Corner Lot Fence and Sight Triangle Regulations
Fences installed on corner lots within the City of Kissimmee must comply with strict height limitations and maintain clear sight visibility triangles to protect public safety. In standard districts, front yard fences are generally limited to three feet in height, while the City of Kissimmee requires sight triangles to remain unobstructed between 30 inches and eight feet above the ground to ensure clear views for motorists and pedestrians.
City of Kissimmee Fence Height Standards
In all standard zoning districts within the City of Kissimmee, a building permit is required before erecting any fence or wall [Section 14-6-5]. The maximum allowable height for a fence depends on its location on the lot and the specific district requirements.
Standard District Fence Heights
| Location on Lot | Maximum Height | Material/Opacity Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Front Yard | 3 Feet | Must be a retaining wall or a decorative open fence (no more than 15% opaque). |
| Side Yard | 6 Feet | Finished side must face away from the property. |
| Rear Yard | 6 Feet | Finished side must face away from the property. |
| Special Exceptions | 10 Feet | May be approved by the Director for unique topographic conditions or screening. |
Form-Based Code (FBC) Area Street Walls
For properties located within City of Kissimmee Transect Zones (T4-O, T5-U, T5-M, and T6), specific "street wall" regulations apply to any fence or wall located within the required front and street side yard setbacks [Section 14-5-11.F].
| Standard Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 2.5 Feet |
| Maximum Height | 5.0 Feet (measured from the elevation of the public sidewalk) |
| Transparency | Portions above 2.5 feet must be transparent (e.g., wrought iron). |
| Prohibited Materials | Chain link, wood, and PVC are prohibited in these setbacks. |
Sight Visibility Triangle Requirements
The City of Kissimmee mandates the maintenance of sight visibility triangles at all intersections to provide unobstructed cross-visibility for drivers. These requirements apply to fences, walls, and landscaping [Section 14-7-2].
Vertical Clearance Standards
Within a designated sight triangle in the City of Kissimmee, all structures and landscaping must provide an unobstructed view between 30 inches and 8 feet above the ground. An exception is made for retaining walls that are required due to the existing topography [Section 14-7-2.A].
Horizontal Dimensions
The City of Kissimmee defines the horizontal area of the sight triangle based on the type of intersection:
| Intersection Type | Triangle Leg Length | Measurement Point |
|---|---|---|
| Two Streets | 25 Feet | Measured along the abutting public right-of-way lines from the point of intersection. |
| Access Drive and Street | 10 Feet | Measured on both sides of an access drive from the point of intersection with the right-of-way. |
Specific Regulations for Corner Lots
The City of Kissimmee defines a corner lot as one where the interior angle of two sides adjacent to the intersection of two streets is less than 135 degrees [Section 14-2].
- Yard Identification: On multiple frontage lots, the City of Kissimmee Director determines yard designations based on the street hierarchy and the function of the abutting streets [Section 14-4-6.A.1].
- Fence Placement: Fences in the City of Kissimmee cannot be placed in a manner that obstructs the view of traffic control devices or the required vehicle site triangles [Section 14-11-9.O.13].
- Prohibited Materials: In the City of Kissimmee, barbed wire and electric fences are prohibited in all zoning districts except for agricultural uses in the AC district, where they still cannot be placed in the front or street side yards [Section 14-6-5.D.5].
Sections Cited
- Section 14-2 (Terms Defined)
- Section 14-4-6 (Regulations for Zoning Districts)
- Section 14-5-11 (Landscape, Buffers and Screening Standards)
- Section 14-6-5 (Fences and Walls)
- Section 14-7-2 (Sight Visibility Triangle)
- Section 14-11-9 (Temporary Signs / Prohibited placements)