Off-Street Parking Standards for MUPUD Mixed-Use Planned Unit Developments in Kissimmee
Residential developments within the City of Kissimmee MUPUD: Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development District generally require two parking spaces per unit for single-family homes, while multi-family projects range from 1.5 to 2.5 spaces depending on bedroom count and total unit volume. Non-residential components, such as retail and office spaces, are calculated at ratios of one space per 200 and 300 square feet of gross floor area, respectively. The MUPUD: Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development District allows for significant parking reductions through shared parking agreements and the submission of professional parking studies during the conceptual plan review process.
General Requirements for MUPUD Developments
In the City of Kissimmee, the MUPUD: Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development District is intended to facilitate a compatible mix of residential, commercial, and light industrial uses [Section 14-4-8.D.1]. While the MUPUD: Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development District allows for flexible site design, all projects must adhere to the baseline off-street parking ratios unless a specific parking study is approved by the Development Services Department to justify a reduction [Section 14-7-22.A].
Residential Parking Ratios
Parking for residential projects in the MUPUD: Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development District is determined by the specific type of dwelling unit and the scale of the overall development.
| Use Type | Required Number of Spaces |
|---|---|
| Single family, duplex, triplex, townhouse | 2 spaces per unit |
| Multi-family (4 to 8 units): Efficiency or 1BR | 1.5 spaces per unit + 0.5 per unit for guest parking |
| Multi-family (4 to 8 units): 2+ Bedrooms | 2 spaces per unit + 0.5 per unit for guest parking |
| Multi-family (More than 8 units): Efficiency or 1BR | 1 space per unit + 0.5 per unit for guest parking |
| Multi-family (More than 8 units): 2+ Bedrooms | 1.5 spaces per unit + 0.5 per unit for guest parking |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) | 1 space per unit |
| Bed & Breakfast | 2 spaces per unit + 1 space per guestroom |
[Table 7-2]
Non-Residential Parking Ratios
Commercial and service-oriented components of an MUPUD: Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development District project must meet individual ratios based on the function of the space.
| Use Type | Required Number of Spaces |
|---|---|
| Office building | 1 space per 300 sq. ft. GFA |
| Retail stores | 1 space per 200 sq. ft. GFA |
| Restaurant (indoor/outdoor seating) | 1 space per 80 sq. ft. GFA (min. 8 for takeout) |
| Medical office or clinic | 1 space per 200 sq. ft. GFA |
| Hotel or Motel | 1 space per room + 50% of spaces for accessory uses |
| Bank | 1 space per 300 sq. ft. GFA |
| Shopping Center (< 50,000 sq. ft.) | 1 space per 200 sq. ft. + 1 per 250 sq. ft. outdoor display |
[Table 7-2]
Shared Parking and Reductions
Because the MUPUD: Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development District emphasizes a mix of uses, the City of Kissimmee encourages the use of shared parking to improve land efficiency.
Cooperative Parking Matrix
Developments may provide parking cooperatively for two or more uses on the same site or contiguous parcels if they are subject to a recorded joint use parking and access agreement [Section 14-7-25.A]. The total required parking is calculated by applying the following percentages to the standard ratios based on the time of day:
| Use Type | Weekday (7am–6pm) | Evening (6pm–1am) | Night (1am–7am) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | 60% | 100% | 100% |
| Office | 100% | 5% | 5% |
| Commercial/Retail | 100% | 80% | 0% |
| Restaurant | 70% | 100% | 20% |
| Hotel/Motel | 55% | 90% | 100% |
[Table 7-4]
Additional Reductions
- Alternative Studies: If an applicant provides a parking study demonstrating that a lower number of spaces is warranted due to the unique character of the use, the Director may approve a reduction [Section 14-7-22.B].
- Amenities: For every shower facility or bicycle locker provided on-site (not including standard bike racks), the total number of vehicular spaces may be reduced by two, provided the total reduction does not exceed 10% of the required spaces [Section 14-7-22.E.1].
Design and Dimensions
The City of Kissimmee requires that all parking areas within an MUPUD: Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development District follow specific dimensional standards based on the angle of the parking stall.
| Parking Angle | Stall Width | Stall Depth (Perpendicular) | Aisle Width (Two-Way) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Degree | 9 feet | 18 feet | 24 feet |
| 60 Degree | 9 feet | 20.1 feet | N/A (One-way only) |
| 45 Degree | 9 feet | 19 feet | N/A (One-way only) |
| Parallel (0) | 9 feet | 23 feet | 24 feet |
[Table 7-3]
Note: Up to 25% of required parking spaces (not including ADA spaces) may be designated as "compact" with a width of 8.5 feet [Section 14-7-23.B.1.b].
Bicycle and Loading Requirements
- Bicycle Parking: Multi-family and non-residential developments must provide secure bicycle parking for a minimum of 10% of the total required automotive spaces, not to exceed 50 bicycle spaces [Section 14-7-27].
- Off-Street Loading: Every building used for non-residential purposes must provide loading zones. For structures between 20,000 and 60,000 square feet, two loading spaces are required [Section 14-7-12].
Sections Cited
- Section 14-4-8.D - Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development District (MUPUD)
- Section 14-7-12 - Number of loading spaces
- Section 14-7-22 - Automobile parking ratios
- Section 14-7-23 - Parking facility design standards
- Section 14-7-25 - Shared Parking
- Section 14-7-27 - Bicycle parking
- Table 7-2 - Minimum Parking Ratios
- Table 7-3 - Parking Space and Aisle Dimensions
- Table 7-4 - Cooperative Parking Usage Percentages