Off-Street Parking Standards for the B-5: Office Commercial District in Kissimmee
In the City of Kissimmee B-5: Office Commercial District, commercial developments such as offices generally require one parking space per 300 square feet of gross floor area, while retail uses require one space per 200 square feet. Residential components within B-5 mixed-use projects require two spaces per unit for dwellings with two or more bedrooms. All parking facilities must be paved with a durable, all-weather surface and provide a minimum 15-foot setback from any residentially zoned property [Section 14-4-6; Section 14-7-22].
B-5 District Intent and Use Context
The B-5: Office Commercial District in the City of Kissimmee is intended for business and institutional uses, including the direct sale or display of goods and the storage or shipment of bulk materials. Developments in this district must have access to arterial or collector streets [Section 14-4-4.L]. Residential uses, such as multi-family dwellings, are only permitted in the B-5 District when integrated as part of a mixed-use development [Section 14-4-5, Table 4-2, Note 7].
Required Parking Ratios
The City of Kissimmee specifies minimum parking requirements based on the primary use of the property. For any use not specifically listed in the City’s schedule, the Director of Development Services determines the requirement based on similar uses [Section 14-7-22.B].
Commercial and Service Ratios
For commercial projects in the B-5: Office Commercial District, the following ratios apply:
| Use Type | Minimum Parking Ratio |
|---|---|
| Office Building | 1 space per 300 sq. ft. GFA |
| Bank | 1 space per 300 sq. ft. GFA |
| Medical Office or Clinic | 1 space per 200 sq. ft. GFA |
| Retail Stores | 1 space per 200 sq. ft. GFA (plus 1 space per 250 sq. ft. of outdoor display) |
| Restaurant (with indoor/outdoor seating) | 1 space per 80 sq. ft. GFA (minimum 8 spaces) |
| Hotel or Motel | 1 space per room (plus 50% of spaces required for accessory uses) |
| Service Station (Gasoline) | 1 space per 2 pumps (plus 3 spaces per service bay) |
Residential Ratios (Mixed-Use)
When residential units are included in a B-5: Office Commercial District mixed-use project, the following requirements per unit apply [Section 14-7-22]:
| Residential Unit Type | Minimum Parking Ratio |
|---|---|
| Efficiency or One-Bedroom | 1.5 spaces per unit + 0.5 spaces guest parking |
| Two or More Bedrooms | 2.0 spaces per unit + 0.5 spaces guest parking |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) | 1.0 space per unit |
Parking Facility Design Standards
All off-street parking areas in the B-5: Office Commercial District must adhere to specific dimensional and technical standards to ensure safety and adequate circulation.
Dimensional Standards for Spaces and Aisles
Parking dimensions are governed by the angle of the parking stalls. For the standard 90-degree configuration typically used in the City of Kissimmee, the following dimensions are mandatory [Section 14-7-23.C]:
| Parking Angle | Stall Width | Stall Depth | Aisle Width (One-Way) | Aisle Width (Two-Way) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 Degrees (Parallel) | 9 feet | 23 feet | 12 feet | 24 feet |
| 45 Degrees | 9 feet | 19 feet | 12 feet | N/A |
| 90 Degrees (Perpendicular) | 9 feet | 18 feet | N/A | 24 feet |
Site and Placement Regulations
- Surface Materials: All vehicular use areas, including parking and drive aisles, must be constructed with durable, all-weather surfaces and include appropriate drainage and surface water control [Section 14-7-23.E].
- Setbacks: In the B-5 District, parking areas must maintain a minimum setback of 15 feet. However, no parking area may be located within 25 feet of any residentially zoned property [Section 14-4-6, Table 4-5, Note 7].
- 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].
- Bicycle Parking: Non-residential developments must provide secure bicycle parking at a rate of 10% of the total required automotive parking spaces, with a maximum requirement of 50 bicycle spaces [Section 14-7-27].
Shared Parking and Reductions
The City of Kissimmee permits shared parking arrangements for mixed-use developments in the B-5: Office Commercial District. This allows for a reduction in the total number of required spaces if it can be demonstrated through a "Sharing Factor" matrix that peak parking demands for the different uses occur at different times [Section 14-7-25]. Additionally, the total number of required vehicular spaces may be reduced if the developer provides on-site shower facilities or bicycle lockers (not including standard bike racks) [Section 14-7-22.E].
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 (Table 4-5).
- 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.