Off-Street Parking Standards for the Kissimmee SRPUD District
Residential developments within the SRPUD: Short-Term Rental Planned Unit Development District in the City of Kissimmee are generally required to provide two off-street parking spaces per dwelling unit, while subordinate commercial uses must adhere to specific intensity-based ratios. All short-term rental and time-share projects in this district must have direct access to a collector or arterial road to manage traffic flow effectively [Section 14-4-8.C.4.a]. Furthermore, parking facilities for these developments must be separated from adjacent residential districts by a 15-foot wider common area buffer featuring dense vegetation or a six-foot-high wall [Section 14-4-8.C.4.b].
Parking Ratios for the SRPUD District
The City of Kissimmee utilizes a standardized schedule of parking ratios for both residential and non-residential uses within the SRPUD: Short-Term Rental Planned Unit Development District. These ratios define the minimum number of spaces required based on the unit count or gross floor area (GFA).
Residential Parking Ratios
| Use Type | Minimum Parking Requirement |
|---|---|
| Single-family, duplex, triplex, or townhouse | 2 spaces per unit |
| Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) | 1 space per unit |
| Bed and Breakfast | 2 spaces per unit, plus 1 space per guestroom |
| Multi-family (Efficiency/1-bedroom) | 1.5 spaces per unit, plus 0.5 spaces per unit for guest parking |
| Multi-family (2 or more bedrooms) | 2 spaces per unit, plus 0.5 spaces per unit for guest parking |
Commercial and Subordinate Use Ratios
If the SRPUD development includes subordinate commercial or office components, the City of Kissimmee requires the following:
| Use Type | Minimum Parking Requirement |
|---|---|
| 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 spaces for takeout) |
| Medical office or clinic | 1 space per 200 sq. ft. GFA |
| Bank | 1 space per 300 sq. ft. GFA |
[Table 7-2]
Access and Circulation Requirements
Developments in the SRPUD: Short-Term Rental Planned Unit Development District are subject to specific access standards to ensure the safety of both temporary occupants and permanent residents of the City of Kissimmee.
- Roadway Access: All short-term rental and time-share developments must have direct access to a collector or arterial road [Section 14-4-8.C.4.a].
- Mixed-Use Layout: In projects containing both short-term and long-term residential units, the sections approved for short-term rentals must be located in the front of the development or be provided with separate driveway access [Section 14-4-8.C.4.c].
- Pedestrian Connectivity: The City of Kissimmee requires a concrete pedestrian connection from the adjacent public sidewalk to the main entrance of any building intended for pedestrian traffic. These sidewalks must be at least four feet wide and must not interfere with drive aisles or fire lanes [Section 14-7-3.A.5].
Design Standards for Parking Facilities
The City of Kissimmee regulates the physical dimensions and layout of parking spaces within the SRPUD district.
| Feature | Standard Dimension |
|---|---|
| Standard Stall Width | 9 feet |
| Stall Depth (90-degree angle) | 18 feet |
| Two-Way Aisle Width | 24 feet |
| One-Way Aisle Width | 12 feet to 14.5 feet (based on angle) |
| Parallel Parking Space | 9 feet wide by 23 feet long |
[Table 7-3; Section 14-7-24.A.1]
Driveway Standards for Duplexes and Townhomes
For residential products like duplexes or townhomes in an SRPUD, the City of Kissimmee permits several parking configurations:
- Rear Loading: Driveways accessed from an alley must be at least 8 feet wide for a single vehicle or 16 feet wide for two vehicles parked side-by-side [Section 14-7-24.A.2.a].
- Front Loading: Individual driveways must be at least 8 feet wide and 18 feet deep [Section 14-7-24.A.3.a].
- Separation: When driveways are not located immediately next to each other, a minimum pervious separation of 18 feet must be provided, containing shrubs or ground cover [Section 14-7-24.A.3.e].
Shared Parking and Reductions
The City of Kissimmee encourages shared parking in the SRPUD district when a development contains multiple uses with different peak demand times.
- Cooperative Parking: The total required spaces may be adjusted based on a "Sharing Factor" matrix. For example, residential uses are calculated at 100% demand during nighttime hours (1 am—7 am), while retail uses are calculated at 0% during those same hours [Table 7-4].
- Minimum Threshold: In no event shall the number of shared parking spaces provided be less than 40% of the required spaces according to standard ratios [Section 14-7-25.B].
- Bicycle Parking: Multi-family and non-residential developments in the SRPUD must provide secure bicycle parking equivalent to at least 10% of the total required automotive spaces, not to exceed 50 bicycle spaces [Section 14-7-27.A].
Sections Cited
- Section 14-4-8. Planned unit developments (PUD).
- Section 14-6-44. Short-term rentals and time-share dwellings.
- Section 14-7-3. Sidewalks.
- Section 14-7-22. Automobile parking ratios.
- Section 14-7-23. Parking facility design standards.
- Section 14-7-24. Parking facilities for duplex, triplex and townhomes.
- 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