San Marcos Development Code Effective 10.17.23

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Subdivisions

Article 6: Blocks, Lots, Access

2. Connections to existing wastewater lines shall be made in accordance with Chapter 86 of the City Code of Ordinances. D. Existing System. Where insufficient capacity exits downstream of a proposed connection, the replacement and upsizing of existing facilities to a point of sufficient capacity is required of the developer. The installation of a parallel main is prohibited. E. Future Extension of Lines. Pipe stub-outs shall be located in manholes to facilitate the future extension of wastewater lines. The Responsible Official will determine the location and size of the stub-outs. Section 3.5.4.2 On-Site Sewage Facilities A. Adoption of Procedures. The on-site sewage facility rules are adopted, and shall conform to Chapter 86 of the City Code of Ordinances and all state regulations. B. Rule Conflicts. Where this Division or other provisions of this Development Code are more stringent than the on-site sewage facility rules, the local regulations take precedence over the corresponding provisions of the rules. C. Penalties. The City will enforce these rules as provided in V.T.C.A., Health and Safety Code, Sections 306.091, Criminal Penalties, 366.092, Injunction or Civil Suit, 366.0921, Civil Penalty, and by any other remedies provided by State Law.

Division 1: IN GENERAL

Section 3.6.1.1 Intent

A. The intent of the maximum block perimeter and connectivity regulations is to provide a well-connected street network. B. Large blocks with limited connectivity discourages walking, contributes to street congestion and adds driving distance that can negatively impact emergency services.

C. New streets should be designed to consider future development.

D. The access regulations are intended to provide safe and convenient vehicular and pedestrian access within developments and between adjacent developments and to lessen traffic congestion. Pedestrian, bike and vehicular access should be safe, direct and convenient. E. Administrative adjustments of up to 10% of the standards and requirements of this Division may be appropriate where:

1. Topographic changes are too steep;

2. Existing buildings, streams or other natural or man-made obstructions or site layout of developed properties prevent cross access;

3. Adjoining uses are incompatible; or

4. Strict compliance would pose a safety hazard.

F. Where the Responsible Official determines that the adjustment is greater than 10% an alternative compliance request under the findings in Section 2.8.4.4 may be made to the Planning and Zoning Commission in accordance with Section 2.8.4.1.

Division 2: BLOCKS

Section 3.6.2.1 Block Perimeter

A. Applicability. The City shall require an initial demonstration that the block perimeter standards are met at the time for approval of the first development application that portrays a specific plan of development but at no time shall the determination be made after the approval of a subdivision or development plat under

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Amended: October 17, 2023 San Marcos Development Code