Orlando ASD-2: Airport Support District Zoning Overview
The ASD-2 district in the City of Orlando is a high-intensity zoning classification within the Southeast Orlando Sector Plan area designed to serve as a primary employment hub. This district permits heavy industrial and commercial activities, including heavy manufacturing and hotels, while strictly prohibiting all residential development due to aircraft noise and land use incompatibility [Section 58.461].
Purpose of the ASD-2 District
The primary purpose of the ASD-2: Airport Support District is to implement the City of Orlando’s Growth Management Plan (GMP) for the Southeast Orlando Sector Plan area. It is designated as one of the primary employment locations within this sector, providing for a high level of development intensity to support the economic needs of the region and the nearby Orlando International Airport [Section 58.460, 58.461].
Permitted and Prohibited Land Uses
The ASD-2 district is characterized by its accommodation of heavy industrial uses that are often restricted in other areas. Because the district is situated in a high-noise corridor near the airport, the City of Orlando enforces strict prohibitions on noise-sensitive uses.
Permitted Land Uses
The ASD-2 district allows a wide range of high-intensity uses, including but not limited to:
- Industrial: Heavy manufacturing facilities [Section 58.461].
- Commercial: Automobile and truck rental facilities [Section 58.461].
- Lodging: Hotels [Section 58.461].
- Retail: Ancillary support retail intended to serve the district's workforce and visitors [Section 58.461].
Prohibited Land Uses
Residential uses are strictly prohibited within the ASD-2 district. The City of Orlando dictates this prohibition based on the incompatibility of residential living with the levels of aircraft noise generated by proximity to the airport [Section 58.461].
General Character and Development Standards
The general character of the ASD-2 district is industrial and employment-oriented. Development in this district must balance the high-intensity nature of heavy manufacturing with specific design standards established for the Southeast Orlando Sector.
Technical Standards Table
The following table summarizes the intensity and usage standards for the ASD-2 district in the City of Orlando:
| Standard | ASD-2 District Requirement |
|---|---|
| Intensity Level | High Intensity [Section 58.461] |
| Primary Use Focus | Employment and Industry [Section 58.461] |
| Residential Permission | Strictly Prohibited [Section 58.461] |
| Traditional Design Standards | May apply within certain density/intensity thresholds [Section 58.463] |
Traditional Design Standards
While the ASD-2 district is intended for high-intensity industrial use, the City of Orlando may require adherence to "Traditional Design" standards. These standards apply when a project reaches specific density or intensity thresholds as defined in Chapter 68 of the City Code, specifically relating to the Southeast Orlando Sector Plan Development Guidelines [Section 58.463].
Sections Cited
- Section 58.460 - Relationship to the Growth Management Plan.
- Section 58.461 - Purpose of the District.
- Section 58.462 - Rezones and Zoning Map Applications.
- Section 58.463 - Additional District Requirements.