ORD-2025-01 Design Manual Effective 2025.1.21

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APPENDIX

Design Guidelines

Table 1.12 Activation of Open Space (Continued)

STREET

Pedestrian pass-through and forecourt • Side building with entry facing the street. • Outdoor seating is placed in the front setback. • A walkway connects to the alley.

STREET

SIDEWALK

Corner Forecourt/Plaza treatments • Building facades on a corner are both set back to create an outdoor space • Corner plaza is activated and may be utilized by businesses that open onto the plaza.

STREET

STREET

STREET

STREET

SIDEWALK

Figure 1.6: Options for Open Space

STREET

STREET

STREET

STREET

STREET

STREET

A courtyard between buildings, integrated with the public sidewalk.

A corner plaza adjacent to the public sidewalk and street.

A linear outdoor dining or seating area.

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San Marcos Design Manual Amended: January 21, 2025