415 Staples Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

Mixed Use District

The MU, Mixed Use District, when assigned to tracts of land generally greater than one acre, is intended to provide for a mixture of retail, office, and residential uses in close proximity to enable people to live, work, and purchase necessities in a single location. On tracts of one acre or less, the MU, Mixed Use District is intended to permit small scale mixed use buildings that have residential units above retail or office uses, especially on existing residential use properties. Bed-and-breakfast establishments could also be located in this district. Additionally, pedestrian walkways and open area are desired in order to promote a pedestrian-friendly environment. It is not the purpose of this zoning district to permit or encourage properties used for single-family residences to be converted to exclusively commercial or multi-family use. The following are key concepts that should be acknowledged through development practices within Mixed Use Districts: 1. Residential uses in conjunction with nonresidential activities, possibly located above retail and office establishments; 2. All types of residential uses, including single-family homes, townhouses, and loft-style multiple-family units; 3. Central green spaces; 4. Traffic flows that enable people to move freely without the use of an automobile by emphasizing the pedestrian; and 5. Outside spaces, such as small parks, courtyards, and outdoor eating areas.