Vision SMTX Comprehensive Plan Adopted 2024

PREFERRED GROWTH SCENARIO

NEIGHBORHOOD MEDIUM To recognize existing neighborhoods which are primarily attached single-family and multi-family housing and to guide the development of new medium density neighborhoods that are connected to amenities, goods, and services. The Neighborhood Medium Place Type includes a combination of townhomes, smaller apartment and condominium buildings, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and some mixed-use commercial development. While some Neighborhood Medium places may be auto-oriented, they should better integrate connectivity to surrounding areas, water quality features, and other amenities. Neighborhood Medium should be integrated with and complement the larger community areas where they are located. Neighborhood Medium areas should be highly walkable with well-designed circulation and ground floors that engage with the streets and development nearby, as well as enhance the pedestrian experience. Land Use: Primarily attached single-family residential development, ADUs, low to medium- scale multi-family residential, with some mixed-use commercial. Built Form: Generally, 2-5 story development that is ideally oriented to the surrounding streets with minimal setbacks, but some Neighborhood Medium may be set back from major roads; the typical density of these areas is 6-12 units per acre. Mobility: Connections to surrounding areas; with a well-connected network of walkable, local streets, with internally focused pathways and private shared access drives with transit provided on key corridors. Amenities: Parks (with integrated stormwater features), public art, civic facilities.

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SAN MARCOS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2024