San Marcos Design Manual (March 16, 2021)

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Design Guidelines

Table 1.9 Design Options for a Pedestrian-Friendly Ground Floor The design options described and illustrated below may be used individually, or in combination, to meet the intent of the design guidelines for ground floor design. The street level of a building should incorporate windows and other pedestrian-friendly features that invite pedestrian activity.

Windows A commercial building should incorporate a high percentage of transparent glass to actively engage the street and sidewalk. Windows may be combined with canopies, awnings, planters and other features to enhance the street level. Display Areas Display cases or other product displays can create pedestrian interest and engage the street and sidewalk. Such treatments are especially appropriate along an otherwise windowless facade. Canopies and Awnings Canopies and awnings help define the street-level pedestrian area and may provide shade or highlight entries and storefront windows.

Wall Art Wall art, mosaics and murals add interest, especially along an otherwise windowless facade.

Planters/Landscaping Integrated planters, large pots or other areas for landscaping add interest along the building facade and help engage the street and sidewalk.

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Amended: March 16, 2021 San Marcos Design Manual