Opportunities and Constraints 



The qualities of the Aquarium site 

 may be described as a series of 

 opportunities for improvement and 

 change, as well as a significant 

 constraint on the character and 

 location of future development. 

 Some of the key characteristics 

 which have been noted in this 

 study include: 



• The buildings facing the site 

 are generally of high quality 

 and contribute to the cliaracter 

 of the waterfront. 



• Excellent views of Boston 

 Harbor from the site are 

 afforded to the south; 

 buildings along Long Wharf 

 obscure views to the north. 



• Pedestrian and vehicular 

 access to the waterfront will 

 be substantially improved when 

 the Central Artery depression 

 is completed. 



• The open space which lies 

 between the site and Atlantic 

 Avenue is an important "foyer" 

 for the site. However, the 

 duplication of streets and the 

 presence of a rental car lot 

 seriously detract from the image 

 and function of the space. 



• The southern edges of the pier 

 are preferred for public open 

 space, because of sun 

 exposure and wind protection. 



• The boundaries of the 

 Aquarium parcel would allow 

 for pier expansion both to the 

 east and south. Water related 

 and public uses would be most 

 appropriate. 



• The location of the "Discovery" 

 can vary as Aquarium 

 expansion plans require. 



