San Marcos Development Code (effective Nov. 3, 2021)

4 C H A P T E R

Zoning Regulations

Building Standards Principle Building Height Accessory Structure Height

Parking Location Layer (Section 4.3.3.1) Surface

3 stories max.

45 ft. max. 24 ft. max.

Garage

N/A

First Layer

Not Allowed

Not Allowed

Second Layer

Allowed

Section 7.1.4.1

Third Layer

Allowed

Section 7.1.4.1

Lot

A

Building Type

Lot Area

Lot Width

Build-to Zone (BTZ) Building facade in primary street

Townhouse

1,500 sq. ft. min.

20 ft. min.

50% min.

Small Multi-Family

6,000 sq. ft. min.

50 ft. min.

Building facade in secondary street

25% min.

Courtyard Housing

6,000 sq. ft. min.

80 ft. min.

Neighborhood Shopfront Civic Building

6,000 sq. ft. min.

50 ft. min.

6,000 sq. ft. min.

50 ft. min.

Setbacks - Principal Building

10 ft. min. or Avg front setback (Section 4.4.2.6)

B

Principal Street

C

Secondary Street

15 ft. min.

D

Side

5 ft. min.

E

Rear

15 ft. min.

E

Rear, abutting alley

5 ft. min.

Setbacks - Accessory Structure Principal Street

20 ft. min.

Secondary Street

15 ft. min.

Side

5 ft. min.

Rear

3 ft. min.

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Amended: November 3, 2021 San Marcos Development Code