San Marcos Development Code (effective November 3, 2021)

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C H A P T E R

Zoning regulations

Description. An open area at grade, or within 30 inches of grade, that serves as an open space, plaza or outdoor dining area. A forecour t is designed for pedestrian activity that is often related to the operation of the business(es) with entrances that open into the forecour t and windows that look into the forecour t. Refer to Table 1.9 in the Design Guidelines for ideas of how to maintain the street wall when utilizing a forecour t, as well as strategies that activate the edge of the forecour t. General Requirements:

Forecourt

• A forecour t must be no more than one-third of the length of the building face, and in no case longer than 50 feet in width.

• A forecour t must be no less than 10’ in depth.

• The depth of the forecour t should not exceed the general width.

50 ft. Maximum

• A maximum of one forecour t is permitted per lot.

• A forecour t meeting the above requirements is considered par t of the building for the purpose of measuring the build-to zone. • The forecour t shall include a landscaping feature (such as planters) and features that encourage pedestrian activity (such as benches or tables).

Description. A covered passage extending along the outside wall of a building suppor ted by arches or columns that is open on 3 sides. General Requirements:

Gallery

• A gallery must have a clear depth from the suppor t columns to the building’s facade of at least 8 feet and a clear height above the sidewalk of at least 9 feet. • A gallery must be contiguous and extend over at least 75% of the width of the building facade. • A gallery may extend into a primary or side street setback. • A gallery may encroach up 9 feet into the public right-of-way but must be at least 2 feet inside the curb line or edge of pavement, whichever is greater.

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San Marcos Development Code Amended: November 3, 2021