Kissimmee CF: Community Facilities District Regulations
The CF: Community Facilities District in the City of Kissimmee is designed to accommodate public and semi-public institutional uses on lots with a minimum area of 20,000 square feet. This district maintains a maximum impervious surface ratio of 75% and permits building heights up to 80 feet, provided appropriate buffering and access controls are implemented to protect adjacent properties. Development in the CF Community Facilities District is intended to implement the Institutional (INST) future land use designation of the City of Kissimmee Comprehensive Plan.
Purpose and Intent
The primary intent of the CF: Community Facilities District in the City of Kissimmee is to provide dedicated areas for various public and semi-public facilities. The City of Kissimmee established this district to ensure that large-scale institutional projects have sufficient acreage and open space to operate effectively. A critical component of the CF District’s intent is the application of strict access controls and buffering requirements to minimize any potential adverse impacts these facilities might have on neighboring land uses [Section 14-4-4.Q].
Permitted and Conditional Land Uses
Land uses in the CF District are categorized as either Permitted (P), which are allowed by right, or Conditional (C), which require a specific review process to ensure compatibility with the surrounding area.
Institutional and Public Uses
| Use Type | Status | Section Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Libraries and Museums | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
| Public Uses | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
| Schools, Elementary and Middle | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
| Schools, High | Conditional (C) | Table 4-2 |
| Hospitals | Conditional (C) | Table 4-2 |
| Institutional Care Facilities | Conditional (C) | Table 4-2 |
| Community Centers | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
| Colleges and Universities | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
Service and Commercial Uses
| Use Type | Status | Section Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Office Establishments | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
| Service Establishments (Business/Personal/Intensive) | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
| Research and Development Establishments | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
| Child Care Facilities | Conditional (C) | Table 4-2 |
| Drive-Through Facilities (with an allowed use) | Conditional (C) | Table 4-2 |
| Financial Institutions | Conditional (C) | Table 4-2 |
Utility and Transportation Uses
| Use Type | Status | Section Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Facilities, Minor | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
| Utility Facilities, Major | Conditional (C) | Table 4-2 |
| Communication Towers and Facilities | Conditional (C) | Table 4-2 |
| Heliports (Medical and Law Enforcement) | Conditional (C) | Table 4-2 |
| Rail Stations | Permitted (P) | Table 4-2 |
Dimensional and Site Standards
The City of Kissimmee mandates specific dimensional requirements for the CF District to ensure adequate spacing and environmental management.
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Lot Area | 20,000 square feet |
| Minimum Lot Width | 100 feet |
| Maximum Building Height | 80 feet |
| Maximum Impervious Surface Area | 75% |
| Minimum Front Setback | 25 feet |
| Minimum Side Setback | 10 feet |
| Minimum Street Side Setback | 25 feet |
| Minimum Rear Setback | 10 feet |
General Character
The CF: Community Facilities District is characterized by its focus on "campus-type" development. Because it often abuts residential zones, the City of Kissimmee requires these sites to be "actively engaged with the street" while maintaining significant landscaping and buffering [Section 14-4-4.Q]. For multi-family or non-residential developments in the CF District that abut a single-family residential district, the City of Kissimmee requires a one-foot increase in setback for every foot of building height above the second story [Section 14-4-6.C].
The district also emphasizes public safety and accessibility. For example, any parking area in the CF District must be located at least 25 feet away from any residentially zoned property [Table 4-5, Footnote 7].
Sections Cited
- Section 14-4-4: Standard zoning districts—Intent
- Section 14-4-5: Schedule of uses for standard zoning districts
- Table 4-2: Schedule of Uses for Non-Residential Standard Districts
- Section 14-4-6: Regulations for zoning districts
- Table 4-5: Site Standards - Non-Residential Districts