What we reported San Marcos has been rewriting its land development code, also known as Code SMTX, for more than two years, and completion is expected in 2017. The code will set development regulations affecting affordability, the environment and density, among other areas.

The latest The city completed a draft of the code in 2016 and has been working to respond to comments and revise the draft based on comments received.

What’s next City Council and the planning and zoning commission will hold joint workshops Jan. 30 and Feb. 8 to address issues within the code. Then it will go to P&Z for a recommendation of approval and then to council for final approval.