Vision SMTX Appendix Adopted 2024
APPENDIX D: POLICY BASELINE AND DEVELOPMENT
The Preferred Scenario Map was updated in 2018 alongside the 2018 Development Code Update to ensure the new code and map aligned more accurately. The 2018 Preferred Scenario Map added “Existing Neighborhood”, shown in yellow, which differentiated between “low intensity” to create a different designation for areas that already had established residential areas. Growth Areas The following are identified “Growth Areas” or development zones identified in the Preferred Scenario Map and existing Comprehensive Plan: Downtown Zone (High Intensity) · Maintaining the unique character of downtown was identified a priority. Buildings around the square and adjacent to historic neighborhoods should maintain their current scale. Connectivity and accessibility to the San Marcos River and Texas State University was also an important factor. Midtown Zone (High Intensity) · To be a high-density mixed-use area with housing for many household types, diverse options for transportation, and accessibility. This area should complement, not compete with downtown, where a more contemporary architecture would be appropriate. East Village (Medium Density) · Area with high potential for growth, East village will offer a variety of commercial, retail, and service-oriented activity as well as multiple housing options. Medical District (Medium Density) · Has the potential to become an economic hub and bring additional healthcare related employment. Mixed-uses will allow people to live and work in close proximity Triangle (Medium Density) · Envisioned as a zone for commercial activity and residential development on the east side of IH-35. Land uses will reflect a mix of office, commercial, and light industrial. South End (Medium Density) · New connection between downtown and the southern part of the city with a mix of commercial and residential at different densities.
SAN MARCOS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2024
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