This is example of one of the proposals. Aiming to place floating buildings, blocking over 200′ of the currently open waterfront and privatize the entire use of Pier 5 AND over 50% of the existing water-sheet.
This is an example of the actual Harbor-View impact
BLOCKING ~200′ OR MORE OF THE WATERFRONT
Including the entire Pier 5 and the water-sheet between Pier 5 and Pier 4, the base of Courageous Sailing Center:
Note: this shows only 30′ elevation, while other proposals are going as high at 55′.
A Unique Marine Viewing Point
Pier 5 served tens of Tall-Ships docking and sailing right here during Sail-Boston 2000 and 2017
A Unique Point to Watch Racing
No other point in the harbor offers this unique spot to watch the summer – and winter! sailboat racing and multiple events, attracting thousands
Keeping the Water-Sheet
Courageous Sailing, children sailors need sheltered, well protected water sheet for practicing and docking