Despite the way it has been spun, Disney's special district status is not particularly unique. There are 1844 active special districts enshrined in Florida stat

Despite the way it has been spun, Disney's special district status is not particularly unique. There are 1844 active special districts enshrined in Florida state and county law. Disney, Sea World, Universal, and other theme parks, all have special districts to allow them control over the development of their properties.