San Marcos Development Code 9.1.2020

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Subdivisions

Article 7: New Streets

4. The approved adjustment does not create any lots without direct street frontage; and 5. The design adjustment is deemed reasonable due to one or more of the following:

Division 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS

This Article describes regulations for the construction of new streets throughout the City and is intended to provide a catalog of pre-approved street types that are appropriate to use. Section 3.7.1.1Intent and Applicability

a. Topographic changes are too steep;

b. The presence of existing buildings, stream and other natural features;

c. Site layout of developed properties;

A. Intent

d. Adjoining uses or their vehicles are incompatible;

1. The intent of the new street regulations is to provide a palette of street typologies and design elements that reflect the character of different areas within the City. 2. The new street regulations provide adequate travel lanes for vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians. 3. The City supports the use of context sensitive design solutions and complete streets and will review projects on a case-by-case basis for conformance with these concepts. 4. The street typical cross-sections displayed in this Section provide a guide to balancing the needs of all modes of travel. Modifications to these typical cross sections may be made by the Responsible Official.

e. Strict compliance would pose a safety hazard; or

f. The design adjustment does not conflict with an approved or built roadway construction project adjacent to or in the vicinity of the site.

5. The appropriate street typical cross-section will be selected by the Responsible Official based on both engineering and land use context factors, including anticipated vehicle volumes. Figure 3.11 Measurement of Streets

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San Marcos Development Code Amended: September 1, 2020