Off-Street Parking Standards for the R-3D: Development District in Orlando
Within the R-3D: Development District in the City of Orlando, off-street parking is strictly prohibited between the principal building and the street, requiring that all vehicular use areas be situated in the side or rear yards. For residential projects exceeding 30 units, the City of Orlando requires a minimum of two separate access points to the street network, while permitted commercial uses like neighborhood convenience stores are limited to a maximum of two dedicated parking spaces.
Residential Parking Location and Design in the R-3D District
For residential developments in the R-3D: Development District, the City of Orlando prioritizes a pedestrian-oriented streetscape by restricting the visibility and placement of parking. These requirements apply to both multiplexes (3-8 units) and larger multi-family developments (above 8 units).
Multi-Family and Multiplex Standards
The City of Orlando prohibits the placement of any parking between the front building facade and the street. Parking must be located on the side or the rear of the building [Section 58.562 and Section 58.572]. Additionally, in specific areas of the City of Orlando, vehicular use areas must be screened from the street by a "streetwall" that is between three and five feet in height [Section 62.611].
Access and Circulation
The City of Orlando mandates specific access requirements for higher-density residential projects within the R-3D: Development District to ensure proper traffic flow and safety.
| Number of Residential Units | Access Point Requirements |
|---|---|
| 3 to 30 Units | Standards set per general Chapter 61 requirements |
| 31 to 99 Units | Minimum of 2 access points (one may be for emergency use only) |
| 100 or More Units | Minimum of 2 access points required for all users |
[Section 58.572]
Commercial and Specialized Parking in the R-3D District
While the R-3D: Development District is primarily residential, certain commercial uses such as neighborhood convenience stores are permitted as conditional uses. The City of Orlando applies restrictive parking caps to these non-residential uses to maintain the district's high-intensity residential character.
Neighborhood Convenience Store Parking
The City of Orlando limits the scale of commercial activity within the R-3D: Development District by capping the amount of off-street parking available for these stores.
| Feature | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Maximum Parking Spaces | 2 spaces (plus required residential parking if mixed-use) |
| Parking Location | Only at the rear or the side of the store |
| Employee Parking | May be stacked on a driveway; does not need to be independently accessible |
[Section 62.606]
Recreational Vehicle (RV) Parking
The City of Orlando prohibits the parking of recreational vehicles on public streets or within front yards in the R-3D: Development District. RVs may only be parked in the following ways:
- Within a completely enclosed private garage.
- In side or rear yards, provided they are screened from adjacent properties by a solid wall or fence at least six feet high.
- In common RV parking areas specifically approved by the City of Orlando Zoning Official for multi-family dwellings, provided they are screened from the public right-of-way [Section 58.926].
Flexibility and Reductions for Landscape Compliance
In the R-3D: Development District, the City of Orlando Zoning Official has the authority to allow the removal of a limited number of required parking spaces to bring a building site into compliance with the municipal landscaping or bufferyard requirements.
| Number of Required Spaces on Site | Maximum Spaces Allowed to be Removed |
|---|---|
| 1—6 spaces | None |
| 7—15 spaces | 1 space |
| 16—35 spaces | 2 spaces |
| 36—70 spaces | 3 spaces |
| 71+ spaces | 5% of total required spaces |
[Section 58.1182]
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Parking
For projects involving the addition of an Accessory Dwelling Unit in the R-3D: Development District, the City of Orlando requires the primary structure to maintain at least one parking space and a driveway that complied with the code at the time of original construction. If the ADU is larger than 500 square feet, one additional parking space must be provided. This second space must be independently accessible from the street and cannot be enclosed within the principal structure [Section 58.501].
Sections Cited
- Section 58.501, Design Standards for Accessory Dwelling Units
- Section 58.562, Development Standards and Building Site Standards (Multiplex)
- Section 58.572, Development Standards and Building Site Standards (Multi-Family)
- Section 58.926, General Requirement (Commercial and Recreational Vehicle Parking)
- Section 58.1182, Removal of Parking Spaces to Achieve Compliance
- Section 62.606, General Requirements (Neighborhood Convenience Stores)
- Section 62.611, Streetwall and Vehicular Use Areas