RA-4 Single Family Residential District Setback Requirements in Kissimmee
In the City of Kissimmee, the RA-4: Single Family Residential District requires a minimum front setback of 20 feet, a minimum side setback of 5 feet for residential dwellings, and a minimum rear setback of 25 feet. Additionally, residential properties located on corner lots within the RA-4: Single Family Residential District must maintain a minimum street side setback of 15 feet [Section 14-4-6].
RA-4: Single Family Residential District Dimensional Standards
The City of Kissimmee establishes specific setback distances for the RA-4: Single Family Residential District to ensure consistent development patterns and adequate separation between structures. These requirements vary depending on whether the use is a standard residential dwelling or a permitted non-residential support use (such as a church or school) within the district.
Minimum Setback Table for Kissimmee RA-4
The following table outlines the minimum required setbacks for the RA-4: Single Family Residential District as specified in the Kissimmee Land Development Code [Table 4-3].
| Setback Type | Residential Use Requirement | Non-Residential Use Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Front (Minimum) | 20 feet | 20 feet |
| Side (Minimum) | 5 feet | 10 feet |
| Street Side (Minimum) | 15 feet | 15 feet |
| Rear (Minimum) | 25 feet | 25 feet |
| Alley (Minimum) | 4 feet* | 4 feet* |
*Note: The alley setback must be increased to 18 feet if parking is expected to be provided in the driveway [Table 4-3].
General Rules and Encroachments
Kissimmee regulations permit certain building elements to extend into the required setbacks of the RA-4: Single Family Residential District. These encroachments are strictly regulated to maintain safety and neighborhood character.
- Architectural Projections: Roof projections, balconies, and movable awnings may project up to 3 feet into any required setback within the RA-4: Single Family Residential District [Section 14-4-6.A.3].
- Mechanical Equipment: Air conditioning units, pool pumps, and similar mechanical units may project up to 5 feet into a required rear or side yard setback, provided that at least 2 feet of the required setback remains unobstructed [Section 14-4-6.A.3.c].
- Front Setback Encroachments: Stoops, colonnades, and open-sided porches are permitted to encroach up to 10 feet into the front setback of an RA-4: Single Family Residential District property. However, these elements must remain at least 5 feet away from the front property line [Section 14-4-6.A.3.d].
- Fences and Walls: Fences and walls are permitted within setbacks provided they meet the height and visibility standards of the City of Kissimmee [Section 14-4-6.A.3.e].
Yard Identification for Multiple Frontage Lots
For properties in the RA-4: Single Family Residential District that have frontage on more than one street (such as corner, through, or island lots), the City of Kissimmee Director makes a determination on yard orientation. Generally, the front yard is a continuation of the front yards of adjacent lots. If there is no consistency, the front yard is determined based on the hierarchy of the abutting streets and the lot depth requirements of the RA-4: Single Family Residential District [Section 14-4-6.A.1].
Sections Cited
- Section 14-4-6 Regulations for zoning districts.
- Table 4-3 Site Standards - Residential Districts.