San Marcos Development Code 9.1.2020

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Zoning Regulations

Section 4.3.5.8Wall Offset

A. Description. An offset in facade wall into different modules. B. General Requirements:

1. Facade module must have a minimum 4 ft. offset from an adjacent module

4. The approved alternate does not negatively impact pedestrian circulation in accordance with the adopted streetscape guidelines; and

Section 4.3.5.9Building Elements

A. Intent. The standards in this section are intended to ensure that building elements are of sufficient size and design to meet the intent of the blank wall area requirement in Section 4.3.5.3 and the setback requirement in Section 4.3.3.2. B. Building elements that do not encroach into a required setback and that are not being used to satisfy the blank wall area requirements do not need to comply with the general requirements in this section. C. Right-of-Way Encroachment. A building element may encroach into the right-of-way in accordance with Chapter 74 Article 6 of the City Code of Ordinances and the standards of this Section. D. Alternative Compliance Findings. The Planning and Zoning Commission may in accordance with Section 2.8.4.1 approve a modified building element requirement, subject to all of the following findings: 1. The approved alternate meets the intent of the building element regulations; 2. The approved alternate conforms with the Comprehensive Plan and adopted City plans; 3. The alternate building element is of equal or greater area as the required building element or otherwise provides equivalent functionality;

5. Applicable Building Code regulations are met.

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Amended: September 1, 2020 San Marcos Development Code