Orange County allows home-based businesses in residential districts as accessory uses under County Code §38. Business must be secondary to residential use, conducted by residents, and not change the character of the home.
Orange County Code of Ordinances §38-1254 (Home Occupations) permits accessory home-based businesses in all residential zoning districts subject to standards preserving residential character. Key requirements: business must be operated by bona fide residents of the dwelling, limited to a percentage of floor area (generally 25%), no outside employees working on premises (FL §559.955 preempts bans on non-resident employees but counties can limit on-site presence), no commercial vehicles except one van/pickup, no outdoor storage of materials, and no signs beyond what FL §559.955 allows. Uses prohibited as home occupations include vehicle repair, kennels, restaurants, and adult entertainment. FL §559.955 (2021 Home Business preemption) limits how restrictive counties can be - Orange County's pre-2021 ordinance is being aligned with state preemption standards.
Operating a prohibited use: Code Enforcement up to $500/day. Excessive traffic complaints: cease-and-desist order. Repeat violations can trigger business tax receipt revocation.
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