Kissimmee OS: Open Space District Setback Requirements
The OS: Open Space District in the City of Kissimmee requires structures to maintain a uniform minimum setback of 25 feet from all property lines, including the front, side, street side, and rear. These regulations are designed to preserve the natural character of recreational and conservation areas by ensuring adequate separation between developments and property boundaries.
OS: Open Space District Dimensional Standards
In the City of Kissimmee, the OS: Open Space District is primarily intended to protect environmentally sensitive natural systems and provide for the community's recreational needs [Section 14-4-4.T]. Because these areas often include parks, conservation lands, or scenic vistas, the City of Kissimmee Land Development Code establishes specific dimensional standards to limit the intensity of development.
The following table outlines the minimum setback requirements as established in the City of Kissimmee schedule of dimensional regulations [Section 14-4-6.B]:
| Setback Type | Minimum Requirement (Feet) |
|---|---|
| Front Setback | 25 feet |
| Side Setback | 25 feet |
| Street Side Setback | 25 feet |
| Rear Setback | 25 feet |
Additional Site and Development Standards
Beyond the primary yard setbacks, structural development within the City of Kissimmee OS: Open Space District is subject to further limitations regarding height and land coverage. These standards ensure that buildings remain subordinate to the open space and recreational functions of the land [Table 4-5].
| Standard Category | Maximum/Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| Maximum Structure Height | 35 feet |
| Maximum Impervious Surface Area | 30% |
| Minimum Lot Area | 20,000 square feet (for "all other uses") |
| Minimum Lot Width | 100 feet |
Structures within the City of Kissimmee OS: Open Space District must also adhere to additional standards if they are located near specific environmental features, such as Class III shorelines [Section 14-4-4.T]. Furthermore, if a structure is proposed in a Historic Preservation Overlay (HPO) district, those overlay requirements may supersede the standard OS: Open Space District regulations [Section 14-4-6.B].
Sections Cited
- Section 14-4-4.T: Standard zoning districts—Intent (Open Space District)
- Section 14-4-6.B: Schedule of dimensional regulations for standard districts
- Table 4-5: Site Standards - Non-Residential Districts