[rick35]

Originally Posted by Descant

I look at all the picturesque cities on Mediterranean hillsides, and think it is possible to develop a hill. First problem in the Weirs, for redevelopment is accumulating properties from many small parcels. Then, a multi-story, multi-use building. Shops, cafes etc on ground level, restaurants or patios on floor 2 & 3 overlooking the bay, and residential on the top 5 floors. Parking on the second or third level up the hill. Has to be public parking not just for building residents. And some sort of pedestrian conveyances up and down the hill like outdoor escalators, or glass elevators. Need two or three from the Weirs sign going towards Foster Ave. A series of escalators up Tower Hill so you could get on and off at a couple of mid levels. Of course, all the places I have in this mental model have a year round climate, or accommodate year round businesses.

How about a Funiculare from the dock to the top of the hill? Look what it did for Quebec City. The view would be worth it.