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I I I ~~~~ I-I o :R Background Sector 6 is located along the east side of Interstate 35, north of the San Marcos River. It contains a mix of land uses ranging from modest single family homes to industrial businesses. It includes some large amounts of vacant land, particularly in the northeastern portions of the sector near the San Marcos Technology Park. The Blanco Gardens. Two Rivers East and Fairlawn neighborhoods are located in the sector. The single family homes are generally modest and older. There is a significant industrial presence along the east side of Interstate 35. Several public services are located in the south- eastern portion of the sector, including the wastewater treat- ment plant and animal shelter. Sector 6 contains 7.3 square miles and is generally bound by Yarring- ton Rd., Interstate 35, the San Marcos River and the airport. z o s likely a result of many apartments in the sector. The frequency of large multifamily buildings is higher than the rest of the city. The me- dian household income is nearly $8,000 higher than the city as a whole. Major Changes and Accomplishments The City adopted a new Land Development Code in 2004, which contained several new policies inspired by goals listed in the Sec- tor 6 Plan as well as other sectors. The standards providing significant impact to Sector 6 in furthering its goals include commercial and residential landscaping require- ments, lighting standards and screening between incompatible land uses. 2006 saw the end to a city-wide rezoning process following adop- tion of the new Land Development Code in 2004, better synchronizing the Zoning Map with the Future Land Use Map. The only significant inconsistency between Zoning Map and Future Land Use Map is zoning properties FD in the northern portions of the sector rather than a category more consistent with the Future land Use Map. The middle portions of the sector have increased multifamily residential activity, including sev- eral new large apartment com- plexes on the east side of Inter- N Sector 6 is located in the Black- land Prairie, with elevations ranging from 555 feet to 682 feet. The sector is located in the saline area of the Edwards Aquifer. Approxi- mately 27% of the sector is located in floodplains or f1oodways, mostly in the southern portions of the sector. Sector 7 is fragmented between the San Marcos River. Blanco River and Hemphill Creek watersheds. Sector 6 includes Stokes Park along Cape Rd. and the San Marcos Softball and Soccer Complex on Highway 21. Non-white races and Hispanic ethnicity are higher than the rest of the city. The average household size and median age are low, indi- cating the sector is more youthful without as many families. The owner-occupancy rate is 10% lower than the rest of the city. state 35 along Aquarena Springs Dr., many of which are designed to attract university students. In addi- tion. the new traditional neighbor- hood of Blanco River Village is constructing new single-family homes near the intersection of Highway 80 and Highway 21. Sev- eral industrial areas have ex- panded, including CFAN. Also, additional commercial activity is beginning in the northern portions of the sector with a new automo- bile dealership. The sector has had a very active annexation trend. adding 1.8 square miles since 1999. Much of this has taken place along Inter- state 35 north of Uhland Rd. and at the intersection of Highway 21 and Highway 80. Aquarena Springs. Davis, River Ridge and DeZavala roads have all been extended as recommended. Bicycle and pedestrian needs are gaining importance as new streets are constructed with bike lanes. paths and sidewalks, including ~ Above: Blanco River Village Below: New apartments on Aquarena Springs Aquarena Springs, River and River Ridge. Additionally. the intersec- tion of Highway 21 and Highway 80 was reconstructed as an over- pass. In 2006. Blanco Gardens re- ceived its first park with Conway Park, which includes a playground and basketball facilities. Sector 6 Technical Update Plan Adopted June 13, 1999 Update Adopted Navigating the Sector 4 Update: Future Land Use 2 Existing Zoning 3 Sedor Demographics 4 Thoroughfare Plan 4 Future Implementation 4 Sector Goals: . Walkable. pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods . Safe. well connected bicycling routes on all major streets to connect neighborhoods with desirable destinations . Traffic calming to reduce "Cut- through" traffic in older neighbor- hoods . Internal circulation in new com- mercial development to prevent traffic problems common in strip commercial development . Context-sensitive street design giving equal value to vehicular movement, community aesthetics, pedestrian and cyclist safety . Interconnected streets in future development. . "Neighborhood friendly" develop- ment mitigating negative impacts of higher intensity uses . Preserved & enhanced visual char- acter through variety of design requirements . High quality. attractive develop- ment along Interstate 35. Hopkins. Aquarena Springs. Highway 80 and Highway 21 as community gate- ways . Improved open space and recrea- tional opportunities City of San Marcos, Texas Planning & Development Services