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residential facilities to reduce energy demand, and non -toxic materials and low VOC paints that promote healthy indoor air quality. 11. The exterior construction of buildings within the Project Site shall be consistent with and similar to the Conceptual Sketch included in Exhibit C. Alternative design standards may be utilized upon review and approval by the Director of Development Services and the Director of Development Services or his/her Designee at the time of site planning. Any decision of the Director of Development Services and the Director of Development Services or his/her Designee may be appealed to the Planning and Zoning Commission. 6.04 Parkland Dedication The Project Site proposes the payment of a fee -in -lieu of parkland dedication meeting the requirements of the City of San Marcos along with the development of a 16,000 -sf courtyard for use by the residents. In accordance with the City of San Marcos LDC, parkland dedication is required and proposed as follows: Five (5) acres X 174 units X 2.0 residents per units _ 1,000 which equal 1.74 acres of parkland dedication required. This equates to a payment of $45,675 fee -in -lieu of parkland dedication. 6.05 Environmental & Water Quality Standards On -site water quality and detention measures to control stormwater runoff will be required with the development of this site in accordance with the City of San Marcos LDC. This project will adhere to a minimum of 85% TSS removal of any increase in pollutant load, and no construction shall begin until all required City Plan are approved and a SWPPP is prepared. The 85% TSS removal of the any increased pollutant load will be accomplished utilizing a TCEQ- approved BMP as defined by the TCEQ Document RG -348, as amended, City of Austin approved BMP measures, or other BMP measures approved by the City of San Marcos Director of Development Services or his /her Designee. All BMP's shall be designed and maintained by the property owner to achieve the performance standard of 85% TSS removal of any increased pollutant load. Approved vegetative buffers and filters shall not include invasive plant species. This site shall comply with the City of San Marcos LID technical guidance manual. LID techniques allow for greater development potential with less environmental impacts through the use of smart designs and advanced technologies that achieve a better balance between conservation, growth, ecosystem protection, public health, and quality of life. Prior to beginning, any construction activities on the Project Site, temporary erosion and sedimentation controls shall be installed. The type and adequacy of the erosion and sedimentation controls shall be subject to approval of the Director of 14