Guiding Principles
- Support long-term enhancement of the Portland waterfront economy
- Optimize public access
- Design to be compatible with existing architectural fabric and uniqueness of the City
- Provide adaptable, flexible infrastructure
- Minimize impacts on surrounding neighborhoods
- Program responsible fiscal and management impact on the City.
Project Goals
- Serve as a focal point for marine passenger and transportation services including CBITD, International Ferry, Cruise Ships, and Moderate Speed Ferry.
- Exemplify fine urban design incorporating the Narrow Gauge Railway, the walking trail, and intermodal links of all types.
- Incorporate public landings and commercial berthing for tugs, water taxis and visiting small ships.
- Provide a link to the Old Port and neighborhoods through vistas and connections.
- Provide public open space and promenades for passive and active recreation and enjoyment.
- Create artistic and historical venues (i.e. centerpiece, interpretive center) that commemorates the site and its relevance to the area.
- Incorporate appropriate innovative materials, products, and energy efficiency.
- Design facilities that adhere to federal inspection and security requirements.
- Provide sufficient port operations areas that offer space flexibility and opportunities for port growth.
- Embrace the historical heritage of the site and the City of Portland while allowing the architecture of the facility to be a product of the present time.
- Plan the facility to be compatible with the surrounding neighborhoods and minimize environmental impacts.
- Develop a plan that is fiscally responsible to the City of Portland and the taxpayers.
