Off-Street Parking Standards for the AO: Airport Operations District in Kissimmee
In the City of Kissimmee, the AO: Airport Operations District requires a primary parking ratio of 1.5 times the peak hour airplane load for airport operations, while allowed commercial uses must provide parking based on their specific square footage or employee counts. Off-street parking areas in the AO: Airport Operations District must maintain a minimum 15-foot setback from property lines and are generally prohibited for residential uses, which are not permitted within this district.
Minimum Parking Ratios
The City of Kissimmee establishes parking ratios based on the specific use of a property rather than a single flat rate for the district. Because the AO: Airport Operations District is intended primarily for aircraft operations and support, the ratios are tied to aviation activity and specific commercial or industrial functions permitted in the zone.
| Use Type | Required Number of Parking Spaces |
|---|---|
| Airport | 1.5 times the peak hour airplane load |
| Industrial or Manufacturing | 1 space per 1,000 sq. ft. GFA or 2 spaces per 3 employees (whichever is greater) |
| Retail Stores | 1 space per 200 sq. ft. GFA, plus 1 space for each 250 sq. ft. of outdoor display area |
| Restaurants (Indoor/Outdoor) | 1 space per 80 sq. ft. GFA (minimum 8 spaces for takeout) |
| Office Buildings | 1 space per 300 sq. ft. GFA |
| Warehouse and Storage | 1 space per 1,000 sq. ft. GFA |
[Table 7-2]
AO District Site Standards for Parking
Parking facilities in the AO: Airport Operations District must adhere to specific lot and setback standards to ensure compatibility with aviation operations and neighboring properties in Kissimmee.
| Standard Category | AO District Requirement |
|---|---|
| Parking Space Setback (Minimum) | 15 feet |
| Front Setback (Minimum) | 25 feet |
| Side Setback (Minimum) | 10 feet |
| Rear Setback (Minimum) | 15 feet (if adjacent to IN, AE, or UT districts) or 25 feet (all other areas) |
| Maximum Impervious Surface Area | 85% |
| Minimum Lot Area (All Other Uses) | 30,000 square feet |
[Table 4-5]
Parking Facility Design and Dimensions
All off-street parking areas in the AO: Airport Operations District must comply with the standard dimensions for stalls and drive aisles established by the City of Kissimmee. Standard spaces must be designed and provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) [Section 14-7-23.C].
| Parking Angle (Degrees) | Standard Stall Width | Stall Depth (Perpendicular to Aisle) | Aisle Width (One-Way) | Aisle Width (Two-Way) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 (Parallel) | 9 feet | 23 feet (curb length) | 12 feet | 24 feet |
| 45 | 9 feet | 19 feet | 12 feet | N/A |
| 60 | 9 feet | 20.1 feet | 14.5 feet | N/A |
| 90 | 9 feet | 18 feet | N/A | 24 feet |
[Table 7-3]
Construction and Surface Requirements
- Paved Parking: All vehicular use areas (VUAs) in Kissimmee must have durable, all-weather surfaces with drainage and surface water control. For areas within the dripline of preserved trees, paver blocks or alternative pervious surfaces are required [Section 14-7-23.E].
- Wheel Stops: Standard wheel stops or curbs are required for all parking spaces abutting a landscape area. These must be at least six feet in width and a maximum of 24 inches from the end of the parking space [Section 14-7-23.C.2].
- Lighting: The maximum height for any parking lot lighting pole is 15 feet. Fixtures must be designed to direct light onto the parking area and away from any neighboring residential lots [Section 14-5-9.D].
District Use Restrictions
Residential Projects
According to the City of Kissimmee's Schedule of Uses, the AO: Airport Operations District does not permit residential development. Standard residential uses, including single-family dwellings, duplexes, multi-family dwellings, and accessory dwelling units, are explicitly prohibited (listed as "N" or blank) in this district [Table 4-2].
Commercial and Industrial Projects
Commercial and industrial uses are permitted in the AO: Airport Operations District as either permitted (P) or conditional (C) uses, provided they are airport-dependent or airport-related.
- Airport-Dependent Uses: Permitted by right [Table 4-2].
- Airport-Related Uses: Permitted by right [Table 4-2].
- Conditional Commercial: Restaurants, retail, and drive-through facilities are allowed only through conditional use approval and must meet the specific parking ratios defined for those uses [Table 4-2, Section 14-7-22].
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 14-5-9: Access, circulation and parking requirements
- Section 14-7-22: Automobile parking ratios
- Section 14-7-23: Parking facility design standards
- Table 4-2: Schedule of Uses for Non-Residential Standard Districts
- Table 4-5: Site Standards - Non-Residential Districts
- Table 7-2: Minimum Parking Ratios
- Table 7-3: Parking Space and Aisle Dimensions