Vision SMTX Appendix Adopted 2024

APPENDIX E: PREFERRED GROWTH SCENARIO DEVELOPMENT

The draft preferred scenario finds the right balance of land consumption at just over 19 thousand acres, which is slightly more than Scenario A, but well below the projected land consumption in the Trend Scenario and Scenario B. The lane miles of new roadways are also significantly lower compared to the other scenarios at 315 lane miles, which ultimately means less development of new roads. Walkability in the preferred scenario is higher compared to the previous scenarios at 234 per square mile. Overall, this scenario aims to combines elements that the community and steering committee enjoyed from previous detailed scenarios A and B.

The draft preferred scenario translated the ten development types into two categories. One of the categories borrows from the currently adopted preferred scenario, which looks at land use intensity. Land use intensity includes three categories: Low and Areas of Stability These are mostly areas that need improvements and enhancements and will generally maintain their existing character. Development in this area should be carefully planned and implemented so that the character of the area remains. Medium This scenario proposes a large pocket of medium density toward the north of the city and in the downtown area. Building types for this category include 1-5 stories, mixed-use at nodes and along corridors. High In high intensity areas the intent is to develop and/or redevelop. These areas should be designed to have their own distinct character. This scenario proposes high density along 110, the East Village and smaller pockets throughout.

SAN MARCOS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2024

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