SITE PLAN REVIEW

Orlando City Code ch. 65, pt. 2, pt. 2H

in effect

Orlando City Code § 65.330 Purpose of Site Plan Review.

Sec. 65.330. - Purpose of Site Plan Review. The Site Plan review process set forth in this Part is intended to ensure that single-building-site development in the City of Orlando takes place in an orderly and efficient manner through a process analogous to Subdivision Plat Review, which provides adequate public review appropriate to the size and complexity of the proposed development, and is coordinated with the Subdivision Review process. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.331 Master Plan Review.

Sec. 65.331. - Master Plan Review. Master plan review is intended to provide an initial review of a proposed development and its basic development concepts prior to proceeding with a subdivision plat and/or final site plan review. It is intended that the level of information needed for this review will be general enough that the developer will not need final engineering or construction plan, yet be detailed enough to demonstrate compliance with the standards for master plan approval as provided at section 65.335 and with applicable appearance review standards as provided at Part 3, Chapter 62. (a) Consistency with the Growth Management Plan. Master plans must to the applicable goals, objectives, and policies of the City's adopted Growth Management Plan, including without limitation, the following: 1. Urban Design Goals 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 in order to incorporate the positive design elements of the Traditional City into new development both inside and outside of the Traditional City; and 2. Future Land Use Policies 1.1.1 and 1.7.2, in order to protect neighborhoods from uses not in keeping with their established character and uses; and 3. Future Land Use Policy 1.3.2, in order to encourage a more concentrated urban form capable of efficiently accommodating projected population. (b) When master plan review is required. Master Plan Review shall be required for a project that meets any one or more of the thresholds described below. If a master plan is required, it must be reviewed and approved prior to the issuance of any building permit for the project. A master plan may be reviewed administratively if the criteria in subsection (c) below are met. 1. The proposed development will consist of more than one phase. 2. A density and/or intensity bonus is requested pursuant to Part 6, Chapter 58. 3. The proposed development site, or any portion thereof, is part of an application to rezone to an Activity Center (AC-N, AC-1, AC-2, AC-3, or AC-3A) or a Mixed Use (MU-1 or MU-2) District. 4. The proposed development site is part of an initial zoning application associated with an annexation, and the proposed use, density, and/or intensity were not allowed by the Orange County future land use designation. At the request of the property owner, master plan review required under this part may occur concurrently with the initial zoning or later, at the time of development (but before the issuance of any building permit implementing the plan of development). 5. The proposed development includes 5,000 square feet or more of non-residential floor area. 6. The proposed development includes 5,000 square feet or more of outdoor storage space or outdoor merchandise display space. 7. The proposed development includes 180 or more parking spaces. 8. The proposed development includes a parking garage (see section 61.307). 9. The proposed development includes a drive-through or a gas pump. 10. The proposed development includes 3 or more multifamily or townhome units. 11. The proposed development is located within the Southeast Orlando Sector Plan area. (c) When a master plan may be reviewed administratively. Administrative review of a master plan, as described in section 65.334(b), is allowed when all of the following criteria are met. Otherwise, the master plan must be reviewed pursuant to the formal review process set forth in section 65.334(a). 1. The proposed development includes 65,000 square feet or less of non-residential floor area. 2. The proposed development includes 65,000 square feet or less of outdoor storage space or outdoor merchandise display space. 3. The proposed development includes 100 or fewer multifamily residential units. 4. The proposed development does not exceed three stories in height. 5. The development site is five acres or less. 6. The proposed development may request a modification of standards pursuant to section 65.302, but may not request a modification of standards pursuant to section 65.334-1, which requires review pursuant to the formal review process described in section 65.334. 7. The proposed development is not seeking a density and/or intensity bonus. 8. The proposed development is outside the Southeast Orlando Sector Plan area. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. of 3-20-1995, Doc. #28344; Ord. of 5-11-1998, Doc. #31215; Ord. of 5-10-1999, § 9, Doc. #32070; Ord. of 7-23-2001, § 42, Doc. #33944; Ord. No. 2015-37, § 2, 7-27-2015, Doc. #1507271201; Ord. No. 2018-44, § 8, 9-4-2018, Doc. #1809041202; Ord. No. 2020-13, § 2, 4-13-2020, Doc. #2004131205; Ord. No. 2022-56, § 5, 9-26-2022, Doc. #2209261204)

Orlando City Code § 65.332 Pre-Application Conference.

Sec. 65.332. - Pre-Application Conference. Except where this requirement is specifically waived by the Planning Official, the applicant shall meet with the staff of the Planning and Development Department prior to submitting the application, to discuss basic site plan procedures and requirements, and to consider the elements of the site in question and the proposed development. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.333 Submittal of the Application.

Sec. 65.333. - Submittal of the Application. The applicant shall submit to the Planning and Development Department a Master Plan application which conforms to the requirements below in this Part. No application shall be deemed accepted unless it is complete. Simultaneous First Phase Preliminary Plat/Plan Application. Whenever Master Plan Review is required, the applicant may also apply simultaneously for Preliminary Plat and/or Preliminary Plan Review of the first phase of the proposed development. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.334 The Review Process.

Sec. 65.334. - The Review Process. (a) Formal review process. 1. Technical Review Committee. Upon acceptance of the application, copies shall be forwarded to all members of the Technical Review Committee (TRC). TRC members shall meet to review the application. The TRC members shall prepare recommendations for the consideration of the Municipal Planning Board. 2. Request for additional information (if necessary). If the TRC members find that additional information is needed for the proper review of the application, the Planning Official shall notify the applicant in writing within 15 days following the TRC meeting, specifying the information needed. Submittal and review of such information shall be the same as for the original application. 3. Municipal Planning Board. Following review by the TRC, the application shall be forwarded to the Municipal Planning Board for review. Based on the application, the requirements of this Chapter and the recommendations of the TRC, the Board shall hold a public hearing and then prepare recommendations for the consideration of the City Council. 4. City Council. Following review by the Municipal Planning Board, the application shall be forwarded to the City Council. Based on the application, the requirements of this Chapter and the recommendations of the Municipal Planning Board, the City Council shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny the application. (b) Administrative review process outside the Southeast Orlando Sector Plan area. Administrative reviews of master plans are reviews and decisions on master plan applications made by the planning official. Applications for administrative approval of a master plan shall be made by application for planning official determination. Upon application for an administrative master plan, the planning official shall approve, approve with conditions, or deny the application based on the standards of review provided at section 65.335. Appeal of a planning official determination made pursuant to this part is subject to the procedures provided at Part 2G, Chapter 65, Orlando City Code. (c) Conditions. When the City Council or the planning official approves a master plan they may prescribe appropriate conditions and safeguards in conformity with the intent and provisions of this Chapter, including any of the following. Violations of such conditions or safeguards, when made a part of the terms under which the master plan is approved, shall be deemed a violation of this Chapter subject to enforcement under the provisions of Chapter 5 of this City Code. 1. Limit the manner in which the use is conducted, including restricting the time an activity may take place and restraints to minimize such environmental effects as noise, vibration, air pollution, glare, and odor. 2. Establish a special yard or other open space or lot area or dimension. 3. Limit the height, size, or location of a building or other structure or specify urban design guidelines. 4. Designate the size, number, location, or nature of vehicle or pedestrian access points in accordance with Parts 1 and 2 of Chapter 61. 5. Increase the amount of street dedication, roadway width, or improvements required within the street right-of-way as provided by Part 2G, Chapter 61. 6. Designate the size, location, screening, drainage, surfacing or other improvement of a parking or truck loading area. 7. Limit or otherwise designate the number, size, location, height, or lighting of signs. 8. Limit the location and intensity of outdoor lighting or require its shielding. 9. Require berming, screening, landscaping, or other improvement to protect adjacent or nearby property and designate standards for installation or maintenance of the improvement. 10. Designate the size, height, location, or materials for a fence. 11. Protect existing trees, vegetation, water resources, wildlife habitat, or other significant natural resources. 12. Specify development phasing. 13. Specify other conditions in order to conform the proposed development with the intent and purpose of this Chapter and the adopted Growth Management Plan. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. of 11-28-1994, Doc. #28066; Ord. of 5-11-1998, Doc. #31215; Ord. of 5-10-1999, § 9, Doc. #32070; Ord. No. 2015-37, § 3, 7-27-2015, Doc. #1507271201)

Orlando City Code § 65.334-1 Master Plans With Modifications.

Sec. 65.334-1. - Master Plans With Modifications. (a) General requirements and purpose. In accordance with the requirements of this section, master plans may be approved with modifications to the development standards applicable to the governing zoning district. The purpose of this part is to provide an application and approval process for relatively small modifications to applicable development standards where the modification is consistent with the purpose and intent of the Growth Management Plan and results in a superior plan of development. Development standards eligible for modification pursuant to this part include: 1. Impervious surface ratio (ISR). The maximum permitted ISR may be increased by up to 20% of the numerical standard (Example: where a maximum 0.55 ISR is allowed, the maximum modification is 20% × 0.55 = 0.11, for a total of 0.66 ISR). 2. Minimum and maximum building setbacks. Minimum and maximum building setbacks may be modified by up to 20% of the applicable numerical standard. This applies to all setback standards, including without limitation, setbacks from bodies of water and wetlands, as long as the proposed setback from a body of water or wetland is consistent with applicable state or federal standards. In the AC-3A district, the rear yard setback may be reduced by up to 100% provided that no modification to the maximum permitted ISR is necessary to accommodate the reduced setback. 3. Landscaping and buffer yards. The width of a required buffer yard may be reduced by up to 50% provided that no modification to the maximum permitted ISR is necessary to accommodate the reduced buffer yard. Landscaping may be modified as provided at sections 60.202 and 60.203 of this Code. 4. Building height. The height of a building may be increased by up to 20% of the maximum permitted building height. 5. Other development standards. Master plans may also approve modifications of standards as provided at sections 65.302 and 65.303 of this Code. The list of permitted, prohibited, and condition uses are not a "development standard" for the purposes of this section. Development standards provided by a special plan overlay district are ineligible for a modification pursuant to this section if the special plan provides a procedure for the modification, waiver, or variance from the standard. (b) Review procedure. The application procedures, review process, standards of review, effects of approval, submittal requirements, opportunities for intensity and/or density bonus, and appeal procedures for a master plan with modifications are the same as for a regular master plan, except as follows: 1. Standards of review. In addition to the standards of review provided at section 65.335 of this Code, master plans with modifications must also meet the following standards: A. Superior alternative. The proposed development achieves the purposes and intent of the development standard for which a modification is sought by providing a superior plan of development through thoughtful design, efficiency, or performance. B. Neighborhood compatibility. The proposed development is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and does not negatively impact the public welfare. C. Technical impracticality. Strict application of the development standard would be technically impractical in terms of engineering, design, or construction practices, due to the unusual size, shape, topography, natural conditions, or location of the land. D. Protection of significant features. Where applicable, the modification is necessary to preserve or enhance a significant existing environmental or cultural feature, such as trees, scenic areas, historic sites, or public facilities. 2. Public notice. If the modification is associated with a master plan undergoing the formal review process, a general description of the proposed modification must be included in the public notice for the Municipal Planning Board meeting. (c) Justification for the modification. The applicant for a master plan with modifications must provide adequate information to support the request and must demonstrate that the request complies with the applicable standards of review. (d) Developments ineligible for master plan with modifications. The following developments are ineligible for approval by master plan with modifications: 1. Proposed developments on sites greater than 10 acres in area. 2. Proposed developments requiring modification to more than three development standards. 3. Proposed developments comprised of solely single family, duplex, or townhome dwelling units, or some combination thereof. 4. Reserved. (Ord. No. 2015-37, § 4, 7-27-2015, Doc. #1507271201; Ord. No. 2022-56, § 5, 9-26-2022, Doc. #2209261204)

Orlando City Code § 65.335 Standards of Review for Master Plan Applications.

Sec. 65.335. - Standards of Review for Master Plan Applications. In their review and consideration of master plan applications, the Municipal Planning Board and the City Council, or the planning official for administrative master plans, must consider the following factors: Land Development Code. The proposed development must conform to all applicable land development regulations provided in the Land Development Code, except for those standards modified pursuant to sections 65.302, 65.303, or 65.334-1, of this Code. Growth Management Plan. The proposed development must conform to the applicable goals, objectives, and policies of [the] City's adopted Growth Management Plan. Land uses. The proposed development must conform to the list of permitted, prohibited, and conditional uses of land as provided by the applicable zoning district in accordance with Chapter 58 of this Code. Performance and design regulations. The proposed development must conform to all applicable performance and design regulations of Chapters 58, 60, 61, and 62, except for those standards modified pursuant to sections 65.302, 65.303, or 65.334-1, of this Code. Public facilities and services. All necessary public facilities and services (both on-site and off-site), such as transportation, sanitation, water, sewer, drainage, emergency services, education, recreation, and other essential public facilities and services, must be adequate to serve the proposed use. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. of 10-5-2009, § 2, Doc. #0910051104; Ord. No. 2015-37, § 5, 7-27-2015, Doc. #1507271201)

Orlando City Code § 65.336 Scope of Master Plan Approval.

Sec. 65.336. - Scope of Master Plan Approval. Subsequent Permits and Orders. If a master plan is necessary for a proposed development, then the master plan must be approved by the City Council before the applicant receives final site plan approval, building permit approval, or other land development order or permit approval that would authorize development in furtherance of the master plan. Expiration of the Master Plan. The applicant must receive a building permit for the work requiring the master plan within two years of the master plan approval. If the applicant does not receive the building permit within two years, then the master plan is no longer valid and the applicant must reapply for a master plan if the applicant wishes to proceed with a development requiring a master plan. If the building permit for the work requiring the master plan expires before a certificate of occupancy or certificate of completion is issued for the work requiring the master plan, then the master plan is no longer valid and the applicant must reapply for a master plan if the applicant wishes to proceed with a development requiring a master plan. Administrative Extension of the Master Plan. The planning official may extend a master plan by up to one year. The holder of the master plan must request such an extension by application for a planning official determination at least 30 days, but not more than 90 days, before the expiration of the master plan. To extend the plan, the planning official must consider and then make written affirmative findings of the following standards: (1) Whether the proposal remains consistent with applicable provisions of the City's adopted Growth Management Plan, including a consideration of any change to the future land use map designation for adjacent properties since the original approval of the master plan. (2) Whether the proposal remains consistent with applicable provisions of the City's adopted Land Development Code, including a consideration of any change to the zoning map designation for adjacent properties since the original approval of the master plan. (3) Whether the proposal remains compatible with existing development on adjacent properties, including a consideration of any new development on adjacent properties since the original approval of the master plan. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. of 10-5-2009, § 2, Doc. #0910051104)

Orlando City Code § 65.337 General Requirements.

Sec. 65.337. - General Requirements. The following information shall be provided in graphic or written form as necessary to satisfy the requirements. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.338 General Information.

Sec. 65.338. - General Information. (a) Number of Copies: As determined by the Planning Official. (b) Legend, including: 1. Name of the development. 2. Legal Description of the property to be developed. 3. Acreage of the property to be developed. 4. Scale (1":200′ preferred). 5. North Arrow. 6. Existing Zoning on the property, including any overlay zoning districts. 7. Date of preparation. (c) Name, Address and Phone Number of: 1. Property Owner(s). 2. Developer(s). 3. Engineer(s). 4. Surveyor(s). 5. Agent(s) of the property owner or others involved in the proposal. (d) Vicinity Map, showing the relationship of the proposed development to surrounding streets and public facilities (at a scale not less detailed than 1″:2000′). (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. No. 2013-29, § 1, 6-3-2013, Doc. #1306031202)

Orlando City Code § 65.339 Existing Conditions.

Sec. 65.339. - Existing Conditions. (a) Existing streets, both on and within 300 ft. of the proposed development, including: 1. Street Names. 2. Location of each street. 3. Right-of-way Width and centerline setbacks of each street. 4. Driveway Approaches locations. 5. Medians and Median Cuts locations. (b) Existing median type, lot lines and easements on the property indicating the purpose of each easement. (c) Existing utilities serving the property, and their location and size. (d) Existing buildings and structures on the property. (e) Topography, as delineated by U.S. Geological Survey Maps or other competent expert evaluation, and extending 50 ft. beyond the property boundaries in North American Vertical Datum of 1988. (f) Soils Conservation Map, for comparison with proposed development activities, showing soils classifications as identified by the U.S.D.A. Soil Conservation Service or other competent expert evaluation. The City Engineer may also require a preliminary soils analysis by a qualified soil engineer, where he finds that the nature of the use(s) proposed and the probable soils characteristics on the site merit a more detailed examination in order to evaluate the master plan. (g) The 100-year flood elevation and limits of the 100-year floodplain for all developments extending into Zone "A," as indicated on the most recent FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map. (h) A conceptual drainage report showing direction of flow and proposed methods of stormwater retention. (i) The approximate normal high water elevations or boundaries of existing surface water bodies, wetlands, streams and canals, both on and within 50 ft. of the proposed development. (j) A Specific or Special Purpose Survey, which may be drawn on an aerial photograph and shall include: 1. Tree Cover approximate limits and generalized tree communities. 2. Location and species of each tree with a diameter at breast height of 10" or greater on or within 10 feet of the development site. 3. Location of jurisdictional wetlands. 4. Other Generalized Existing Vegetation, including identification of native plant communities. (k) The approximate location of any Orange County Geodetic Information System monument(s) and/or Certified Sectional Corner(s), whose coordinate values are in Florida State Plane Coordinates, Zone Florida East, NAD 83, which are within the proposed development and/or the 300 feet area surrounding it. (l) Growth Management policies affecting the site, including urban design and conservation. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. No. 2013-29, § 1, 6-3-2013, Doc. #1306031202; Ord. No. 2020-13, § 2, 4-13-2020, Doc. #2004131205; Ord. No. 2021-48, § 5, 8-23-2021, Doc. #2108231203)

Orlando City Code § 65.340 Proposed Development.

Sec. 65.340. - Proposed Development. The proposed development information shall include the following (at the same scale as the existing conditions map): (a) Preliminary layout showing, as applicable: 1. Lots and Building Sites approximate locations and dimensions. 2. General Land Uses including the approximate locations, acreage and intensity of each, expressed in terms of the number of dwelling units and square footage for non-residential uses. 3. Recreational Facilities and open space. (b) Circulation Facilities Plan, showing approximate locations and types of all major streets and access points, and a general indication of how the development will conform with the requirement for design along thoroughfares contained in Chapter 61, Part 1A. This shall include proposed cross-access easements, pedestrian circulation, and mass transit facilities. (c) Conceptual utility and drainage plan. (d) A Phasing Plan, including: 1. Sequence and timing of Development. 2. Maximum Intensity, expressed in density, number of dwelling units, non-residential floor area and/or floor area ratio for the proposed development, and the estimated intensity of each phase. (e) A preliminary tree protection plan, including identification trees or groupings of trees to be retained and identifying use of native plant communities as vegetative buffers. (f) Any requests which the applicant may wish to make for designation of Specimen or Historic Trees (see Chapter 60, Part 2B). (g) A statement demonstrating the consistency of the proposed development with the City's adopted Growth Management Plan. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.341 Other Information and Waiver by Planning Official.

Sec. 65.341. - Other Information and Waiver by Planning Official. (a) Identify other actions necessary for project approval such as: Rezoning, Zoning Variance, Conditional Use, Special Exception, Annexation. (b) Identify any Floor Area Ratio Bonuses being applied for under the Zoning District Regulations of Chapter 58, Part 6. (c) Provide such additional material and information as the Planning Official may reasonably require to carry out the purposes of this Chapter. (d) The Planning Official shall be authorized to waive the submittal requirements where deemed appropriate. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.342 Purpose of Final Site Plan Review.

Sec. 65.342. - Purpose of Final Site Plan Review. Final Site Plan Review is intended to provide a review of proposed development at a level of detail showing the specific arrangement of buildings and other improvements on the site in relation to each other, exiting site conditions, and surrounding property, with specific information on the nature and intensity of land use. This review is primarily to determine compliance with the specific use, dimensional and other regulations of this Chapter and the terms of any prior conditional approval of the project. When Final Site Plan Review is Required. Final Site Plan Review shall be required for: (a) The Detail Approval of all approved Planned Developments; (b) All Building Permit applications, except as specifically exempted below; (c) Generally for the establishment, expansion or change of any use or structure regulated by this Ordinance. Exemptions from Final Site Plan Review. The following activities shall be exempted from Final Site Plan Review: (a) Interior and exterior alterations which require no additional parking and do not increase the floor area of the structure. (b) Signs when not part of any other development requiring Final Site Plan Review, except as provided in Chapter 64, Part 1. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.343 Submittal of the Application.

Sec. 65.343. - Submittal of the Application. The applicant shall submit to the Planning and Development Department a Final Site Plan application which conforms to the submittal requirements below in this Part, in 6 copies. No application shall be deemed accepted unless it is complete. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.344 Administrative Review and Approval.

Sec. 65.344. - Administrative Review and Approval. Upon acceptance of the application it shall be reviewed by the Zoning Official for compliance with the specific use, dimensional and other regulations of this Chapter and the terms of any prior conditional approval of the project. The application shall be approved or denied, stating in writing the reasons for any disapproval. Determination of Conformance. Where the Zoning Official finds that the proposed Final Site Plan does not appear to be in conformance with the approved Preliminary Plan, he shall be authorized to refer the application to the Technical Review Committee and other applicable approving authorities. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.345 Effect of Final Site Plan Approval.

Sec. 65.345. - Effect of Final Site Plan Approval. If a Building Permit is not approved concurrently with Final Site Plan approval, the final site plan shall be effective for a period of one year, subject to the provisions of Chapter 59 unless otherwise specified at time of approval, in which time the applicant must apply for a Building Permit and submit Construction Drawings. If a building permit is not applied for within one year of the date of final approval, said approval shall be deemed null and void. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.346 General Requirements.

Sec. 65.346. - General Requirements. The following information shall be provided in graphic or written form, as necessary to satisfy the requirements. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

Orlando City Code § 65.347 General Information.

Sec. 65.347. - General Information. (a) Number of Copies: 6. (b) Legend, same as required for Master Plan (see Section 65.338(b) above), except that a scale not less detailed than 1″:100′ is preferred. (c) Names, addresses, phone numbers, same as required for Master Plan (see Section 65.338(c) above). (d) Vicinity Map, same as required for Master Plan (see Section 65.338(d) above). (e) Land Uses on all abutting properties. (f) A statement describing in detail the intended use and nature of the proposed development. (g) A Boundary Survey of all boundaries and lot lines with a maximum error of closure of one in ten thousand (1 in 10,000) as defined in Florida Administrative Code Chapter 5J-17. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. No. 2013-29, § 1, 6-3-2013, Doc. #1306031202)

Orlando City Code § 65.348 Existing Conditions.

Sec. 65.348. - Existing Conditions. (a) Existing streets, both on and within 100 ft. of the proposed development, including: 1. Street Names. 2. Location of each street. 3. Right-of-way Width of each street. 4. Paving location (where applicable) on each street. 5. Curbs and Gutters Location. 6. Driveway Approaches location. 7. Sidewalks locations. 8. Medians locations. 9. Median Cuts locations. 10. Any Other Improvements in the right-of-way. (b) Existing lot lines and easements on the property, indicating the location, dimensions and purpose of each easement. (c) Existing utility and drainage infrastructure. (d) Existing buildings, structures, vehicular use areas, and other impervious surfaces, indicating the location and the dimensions of each, both on and within 15 ft. of the proposed development. (e) The location, size and dimensions of all existing signs on the property. (f) A topographic map in North American Vertical Datum of 1988. (g) A soils report. (h) The 100-year flood elevation, minimum required habitable floor elevation and limits of the 100-year floodplain for all developments extending into Zone "A," as indicated on the most recent FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map. (i) A surface drainage report showing direction of flow, drainage calculations and percolation rates. (j) Existing surface water bodies, wetlands, streams and canals. (k) The precise location of any Orange County Geodetic Information System monument(s) and/or Certified Sectional Corner(s), whose coordinate values are in Florida State Plane Coordinates, Zone Florida East, NAD 83, which are within the proposed development and/or the 300 feet area surrounding it. (l) A Specific or Special Purpose Survey, including surveyed topographic information, and location and species of each tree with a diameter at breast height of 10" or larger on or within ten feet of the building site. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. No. 2013-29, § 1, 6-3-2013, Doc. #1306031202; Ord. No. 2020-13, § 2, 4-13-2020, Doc. #2004131205; Ord. No. 2021-48, § 5, 8-23-2021, Doc. #2108231203)

Orlando City Code § 65.349 Proposed Development.

Sec. 65.349. - Proposed Development. (a) All proposed buildings, structures, uses and outdoor display areas, including: 1. Locations. 2. Intended Use and nature of each. 3. Dimensions and Heights of each. 4. Gross Floor Areas of all buildings and uses. 5. Number of Dwelling Units for all residential uses. 6. Gross and Net Densities for all residential uses. 7. Gross and Net Floor Area Ratios for all non-residential uses. 8. Architectural Elevations of all buildings and structures. (b) Proposed vehicular circulation system, including the locations, dimensions and type of construction of: 1. Driveways Approaches and Curbcuts. 2. Aisles and travelways. 3. Parking spaces, including bus spaces, if any. 4. Loading berths. 5. Other vehicular use areas. 6. Sidewalks and other pedestrian use areas. 7. Through-access corridors and cross-access easements required by Chapter 61, Part 1 for appropriate design along thoroughfares. (c) Number of parking spaces and loading berths. (d) A remote parking encumbrance, if required by Chapter 61, Part 3. (e) A proposed landscaping plan, including the location of all plantings for parking lot landscaping, shade coverage, bufferyards, street trees, open spaces, recreation areas and other landscaped areas. The landscape plan shall include: plant species grouped by water use zones (high, medium, low); turf areas; specification of mulch and lake edge landscaping (where applicable) shall be coordinated with a utility plan indicating the location of existing and proposed above and below grade utilities, including but not limited to overhead power lines, poles, underground storm, and sanitary lines. Utility locations must be coordinated with the locations of existing trees and proposed landscaping so they do not conflict above or below grade. (f) A proposed tree protection plan meeting the requirements of Chapter 60, Part 2, and including the following: 1. All Items Required for Preliminary Site Plan (see Section 65.338—65.340 above). 2. The Undisturbed Areas which will surround each tree or tree grouping to be retained, including the area and dimensions of each. 3. A Parking Logistics Plan indicating locations where construction vehicles and employee vehicles will be parked on-site or off-site during the construction period, and certifying in writing that such vehicles will not be parked within the undisturbed areas shown in the tree protection plan. 4. Construction Lay-down Areas to be used during the construction period, and certification in writing that undisturbed areas shown in the tree protection plan will not be used for construction lay-down. (g) A proposed irrigation plan showing the automatic irrigation system shall be required for a landscape plan which utilizes high water use zones in accordance with Chapter 60, Part 2. A proposed irrigation plan indicating the location of the readily available water supply source (such as a hose bibb) shall be provided for all other landscape plans. (h) The locations and dimensions of all yards and setbacks provided in accordance with this Chapter, and the distances between all buildings. (i) All open spaces, recreational facilities, parks, school sites and similar areas or facilities proposed on the property, including: 1. Locations and Dimensions of each. 2. Type of facility or area. 3. Gross land area of each. 4. Percentage of Building Site Area devoted to open space. (j) Locations, dimensions, and terms of all parcels of land proposed for public uses, together with any necessary legal instruments. These parcels of land include: 1. Street rights-of-way. 2. Easements for drainage, utilities, stormwater management, pedestrian ways, sidewalks, bike paths, etc. 3. Land reservations for parks, schools, public facilities, stormwater management, etc. (k) Proposed utility and drainage infrastructure plan shall indicate the locations of existing and proposed above and below grade utilities, including overhead power lines, poles, underground storm and sanitary lines. The utility plan shall also show boundaries and dimensions of any utility easements affecting the site. Another utility locations plan shall be coordinated with the proposed landscaping plan as required in Section 65.349. (l) A final drainage and erosion control plan, in conformance with the Orlando Urban Storm Water Management Manual (OUSWMM). (m) A final stormwater management plan, in conformance with the Orlando Urban Stormwater Management Manual (OUSWMM). (n) A description of the means of ownership and maintenance of all common improvements and open space, in accordance with Chapter 65, Part 5D. (o) A description of the proposed sewage disposal method. If the disposal method is other than the Orlando central collection system, evidence must be shown that the method can meet the requirements of any applicable administrative agency or applicable law. An engineering report may be required by the City Engineer. (p) Sign and outdoor lighting plan, including the locations and sizes of all signs and the intensity and nature of all proposed lighting. (q) Proposed development schedule indicating the approximate starting and completion dates for the entire development and any construction stages thereof, together with appropriate identification and description of such stages. (r) Other site design information, including: 1. Dumpsters, utilities and other service equipment locations, dimensions and screening, and maneuvering area for collection and service vehicles; 2. Patios and porches locations and dimensions; 3. External air conditioning units locations; 4. Impervious surfaces locations, total area and ratio to building site area; 5. For vehicle sales and rental establishments, designation of vehicle display and storage areas, as distinguished from customer parking areas; 6. For junk yards, a drainage and groundwater contamination mitigation plan; 7. Such Additional Material and information as the Zoning Official may reasonably require. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102; Ord. No. 2013-29, § 1, 6-3-2013, Doc. #1306031202; Ord. No. 2020-13, § 2, 4-13-2020, Doc. #2004131205)

Orlando City Code § 65.350 Exceptions.

Sec. 65.350. - Exceptions. If any of the items required to be submitted is inapplicable or irrelevant to a proposed development, such item may be omitted. The application shall identify the items missing and include a brief explanation of why they are irrelevant, inapplicable or not submitted. (Ord. of 9-16-1991, Doc. #25102)

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