Off-Street Parking Standards for the MHP: Mobile Home Park District in Kissimmee
In the MHP: Mobile Home Park District of the City of Kissimmee, every individual mobile home site must be provided with exactly two off-street parking spaces. All vehicular use areas and parking spaces within the MHP: Mobile Home Park District must be set back at least 10 feet from any public right-of-way. These parking areas are required to be constructed with a durable, all-weather surface and are prohibited from directly backing out onto public streets.
Residential Parking Ratios
The City of Kissimmee requires specific ratios for residential uses permitted within the MHP: Mobile Home Park District. While the district is primarily intended for mobile home parks, other residential support uses like accessory dwelling units or family day care homes may carry their own requirements if permitted.
| Use Type | Minimum Parking Requirement |
|---|---|
| Mobile Home Park | 2 spaces per unit [Table 7-2] |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) | 1 space per unit (in addition to primary structure requirements) [Section 14-7-22] |
| Family Day Care Home | Classified as home occupation; must provide parking for any generated needs off-street [Section 14-6-7] |
Support and Commercial Use Ratios
The MHP: Mobile Home Park District is a residential district; therefore, traditional commercial retail uses are generally prohibited. However, several "Support Uses" are permitted or allowed via conditional use, and the City of Kissimmee mandates specific parking ratios for these facilities.
| Use Type | Minimum Parking Requirement |
|---|---|
| Community Center | 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of Gross Floor Area (GFA) [Table 7-2] |
| Child Care Facility | 1 space per 10 children (with drop-off area) OR 1 space per 5 children (without drop-off area) [Table 7-2] |
| Elementary & Junior High School | 1 space for each 6 auditorium or gymnasium seats OR 2 for each classroom, lab, or workshop [Table 7-2] |
| Fire Station | Individual review required by the Director [Section 14-7-22] |
Location and Configuration Standards
The City of Kissimmee applies strict configuration rules to ensure safety and functionality within the MHP: Mobile Home Park District:
- Distribution of Spaces: For each mobile home site, one parking space must be located on a paved driveway extending from the private street pavement. The second required space may be provided in a separate parking lot, provided that lot is located within 200 feet of the mobile home site [Section 14-6-41].
- Backing Limitations: Parking lot spaces in the MHP: Mobile Home Park District shall not directly back onto a public street [Section 14-6-41].
- Stacking Capability: For projects with less than 350 dwelling units, the City of Kissimmee requires a site plan review to ensure adequate stacking. No parking spaces may back directly onto an entranceway or be located within 20 feet of the street right-of-way line [Section 14-7-23].
- Surface Requirements: All vehicular use areas, including driveways and lots, must have durable, all-weather surfaces with proper drainage and surface water control [Section 14-7-23].
Setback Requirements for Parking
Parking areas and individual spaces within the MHP: Mobile Home Park District must adhere to the following minimum setbacks to maintain the character of the City of Kissimmee neighborhoods:
| Feature | Minimum Setback |
|---|---|
| Parking from Public Right-of-Way (General) | 10 feet [Table 4-4] |
| Parking from Public Right-of-Way (Accessory Buildings) | 10 feet [Section 14-6-41] |
| Note: In the City of Kissimmee, if a parking space abuts a landscape area, it must be equipped with a standard wheel stop or a curb [Section 14-7-23]. |
Sections Cited
- Section 14-6-7 (Home Occupations)
- Section 14-6-41 (Mobile home and RV parks)
- Section 14-7-22 (Automobile parking ratios)
- Section 14-7-23 (Parking facility design standards)
- Table 4-4 (Site Standards - Residential Mobile Home Park District)
- Table 7-2 (Minimum Parking Ratios)