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Benefits of The District

The District is a thoughtfully planned community designed to offer different housing options while enhancing quality of life.

With a mix of residences, new job opportunities, and a commitment to sustainability, this development brings lasting benefits to the entire community. The District supports the long-term success of San Marcos and honors and preserves the city's unique character while fostering growth and opportunity.

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Economic Impact

The expected taxable value upon buildout will be nearly $500 million. The District will generate significant economic benefits to the City and the County from incremental property tax revenues, sales tax revenues, and hotel occupancy taxes.

Projected direct incremental tax revenues over a 30 year period include:

$227 Million – City of San Marcos
$108 Million – Hays County

Job Creation & Local Business Support

The project will be privately funded, with no city-guaranteed debt or direct investment. Infrastructure costs will be initially covered by the developer and later reimbursed through a Public Improvement District (PID) and 380/381 agreements. The 380/381 agreements will only provide reimbursements if the project is developed and in place.

The District will serve as a catalyst for economic growth, creating a range of job opportunities for the community it serves. The development will provide:

Job Creation & Local Business Support

  • Office and business employment with 140,000 square feet of office and retail space, attracting companies and professionals while providing coworking and office solutions for remote workers.

  • Opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses to thrive in a high-traffic, mixed-use environment, with flexible retail spaces and live/work units designed for local startups, independent businesses, and creative professionals.

  • Grocery store bringing fresh food access and employment opportunities, including cashier, stock, management, and logistics roles, while offering convenient grocery options to the community.

  • Restaurant jobs within the shopping and dining areas, offering employment opportunities with local boutiques, cafes, and restaurants, and supporting a vibrant dining and shopping scene.

  • Hospitality positions in the hotel, entertainment venues, and event spaces, creating jobs in guest services, event coordination, food and beverage, and hotel management.

  • Event focused jobs offering a multipurpose venue for sports, concerts, cultural festivals, and private events, ultimately generating employment options in management, event planning, ticketing, security, catering, and more.

  • Construction and trade jobs throughout development, providing numerous skilled labor opportunities.

Housing Options

The District offers a variety of housing choices to meet the needs of a growing and dynamic community. This community will not only relieve pressure on downtown San Marcos, but provide a variety of housing options to rent, own, and work from. The District will include a mixture of single family homes, Live-Work Units, Townhomes, and multifamily units available for both sale and rent.

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A Commitment to Sustainability

The District is thoughtfully designed to harmonize growth with the preservation and enhancement of San Marcos’s natural environment. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in key initiatives, including:

Community Activation & Urban Sustainability

  • Creation of a mixed-use community – allows residents the opportunity to live, work, and play within their own neighborhood, rather than having to drive elsewhere

  • Walkability & bike-friendly infrastructure - reducing traffic congestion while encouraging healthier, eco-friendly transportation alternatives

  • Expansive Green Spaces & Parks – promoting outdoor activity, community well-being, and environmental conservation

  • Building frontage that engages the street and encourages pedestrian prioritization

Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy

  • Passive design strategies (orientation, natural ventilation, daylighting)

  • High-performance insulation and glazing

  • Energy-efficient HVAC, lighting, and appliances

  • EV Charging – preparing for the future with electric vehicle support and intelligent urban planning.

  • Energy-Efficient Building Practices – minimizing environmental impact through cutting-edge, sustainable construction techniques.

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Sustainable & Resilient Materials

  • Use of locally sourced and robust building materials that stand the test of time

  • Incorporating natural elements to improve well-being (green walls, indoor plants)

Water Conservation & Management

  • Low-flow fixtures and water-efficient landscaping

  • Incorporating permeable surfaces to reduce runoff

  • Native Landscaping – Supporting the local ecosystem with drought-tolerant, regionally appropriate plantings.

  • Reclaimed Water for Irrigation – Conserving freshwater resources by utilizing sustainable water management practices.

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