Cogswell Interchange - Page 54

OldDartmouthMark · #**1061** Posted **Aug 22, 2024, 4:18 PM**

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Originally Posted by new2halifax

Relatively new to the city so I have no idea.. I'm always curious about the Casino, how popular it is? Is it used by locals or tourists? I wouldn't mind seeing it gone unless it is a very popular tourist attraction..

I haven’t been there in a few years (have gone there for shows), but I’ve never been under the impression that its overly used. The business guys can probably speak more about its financial success. Regardless, as Moncton said, it’s a waste of prime land and should be relocated.

miniborder · #**1062** Posted **Aug 23, 2024, 12:38 PM**

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Originally Posted by someone123

Another thing we have around here is public waterfront pools (and lots of beaches which are not completely artificial but are somewhat managed). The only one I know of like this in Halifax is the private Waegwoltic pool. The Common pool looks nice but it's a bit of a missed opportunity not to have something in a nicer seaside setting.

Obviously not in Halifax but the Lido pool in Chester is a great example of this.

Drybrain · #**1063** Posted **Aug 23, 2024, 1:18 PM**

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Obviously not in Halifax but the Lido pool in Chester is a great example of this.

There's also the outdoor pool in Bedford, overlooking the basin. It's a bit dated and not central, but it's a pretty nice facility. Something like the Second Beach pool in Vancouver would be great though.

fatscat · #**1064** Posted **Aug 23, 2024, 2:42 PM**

Commons Pool is IMO in the perfect spot. It's a pool for the community/city, not tourists, so placing it in the most central spot of the peninsula is great.

I understand they are planning to eventually replace the Submarine Park. Not a pool, but a solid splash pad which does not conflict with the walkability of the area would be a great companion to "The Wave"

Perhaps possible with extension of the boardwalk in that area.

q12 · #**1065** Posted **Aug 23, 2024, 3:07 PM**

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Drybrain · #**1066** Posted **Aug 23, 2024, 3:10 PM**

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Originally Posted by fatscat

Commons Pool is IMO in the perfect spot. It's a pool for the community/city, not tourists, so placing it in the most central spot of the peninsula is great.

I understand they are planning to eventually replace the Submarine Park. Not a pool, but a solid splash pad which does not conflict with the walkability of the area would be a great companion to "The Wave"

Perhaps possible with extension of the boardwalk in that area.

The Commons pool is fantastic. A very urban facility, very well-used and well-designed. I've been there lots with my kids. Ideally it might be a bit farther back from Bell Road but it's not a huge deal. (If the skatepark and the pool switched places that would be better.)

josh_cat_eyes · #**1067** Posted **Aug 25, 2024, 6:54 PM**

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Originally Posted by Keith P.

Both involve rerouting of some urban roadways though ours is minuscule by comparison. Otherwise there is no comparison in terms of scope. I suggest you review some of the excellent episodes of the Big Dig documentaries from WGBH on YouTube. It was an eye-opener for me.

As was true in Boston's case, the jury will be out on whether or not it was an improvement (theirs proved to be one) until it is completed.

I have been trying to think of a comparable project, of that comes to mind is in Rochester NY, they removed one half of the inner interstate belt that circled downtown and replaced it with a boulevard that has mixed use building along it. This is pretty similar to what has happened here. Not as big potential wise, but larger in scope.

Keith P. · #**1068** Posted **Aug 25, 2024, 9:21 PM**

I remain curious how the grade change from Brunswick down to Barrington and Hollis will be addressed.

Haliguy · #**1069** Posted **Aug 26, 2024, 1:39 AM**

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I remain curious how the grade change from Brunswick down to Barrington and Hollis will be addressed.

I have driven a few times. Seems fine to me.

teddifax · #**1070** Posted **Aug 26, 2024, 1:44 AM**

I have heard the Trade Mart Building will be redeveloped. It really is not a good use of land. Any news on this?

Arrdeeharharharbour · #**1071** Posted **Aug 26, 2024, 12:28 PM**

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Haliguy · #**1072** Posted **Aug 26, 2024, 12:33 PM**

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Originally Posted by teddifax

I have heard the Trade Mart Building will be redeveloped. It really is not a good use of land. Any news on this?

I think the Trade Mart building is perfect spot for a new Metro Centre.

new2halifax · #**1073** Posted **Aug 26, 2024, 4:12 PM**

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Originally Posted by fatscat

I understand they are planning to eventually replace the Submarine Park. Not a pool, but a solid splash pad which does not conflict with the walkability of the area would be a great companion to "The Wave".

Interesting, do you have a source for this? it's a really nice park. Hopefully it will be relocated and not completely scrapped.

josh_cat_eyes · #**1074** Posted **Aug 27, 2024, 4:36 AM**

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Originally Posted by Haliguy

I think the Trade Mart building is perfect spot for a new Metro Centre.

Absolutely it would! A metro centre replacement HAS to be included somewhere in this project.

Dartguard · #**1075** Posted **Aug 27, 2024, 12:33 PM**

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Originally Posted by Haliguy

I think the Trade Mart building is perfect spot for a new Metro Centre.

I don't think the footprint is big enough for a new Metro Center especially as project creep will undoubtedly add many bells and whistle's.

Haliguy · #**1076** Posted **Aug 27, 2024, 1:55 PM**

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Originally Posted by Dartguard

I don't think the footprint is big enough for a new Metro Center especially as project creep will undoubtedly add many bells and whistle's.

I measured on google earth. Seems big enough to me. Plus it was selected as a possble site in a report done back in the early 2000's.

teddifax · #**1077** Posted **Aug 27, 2024, 2:39 PM**

I don't see why we can't have the best of both worlds, with a New Scotiabank Center at the base or even partially underground with all the high rises around it... the roof could even be open green space.

Empire · #**1078** Posted **Sep 8, 2024, 2:20 PM**

Maybe Cogswell planners can get a few tips from the below link.

Poundbury: Ref MSN
https://www.msn.com/en-ca/travel/new...2a397cc9&ei=16

Dmajackson · #**1079** Posted **Sep 16, 2024, 2:37 AM**

The new section of Cogswell Street looks nice. Some street interaction would be nice but that is out of the project's scope.

HalifaxDevelopments.ca (Photo by David Jackson)

LikesBikes · #**1080** Posted **Sep 16, 2024, 12:14 PM**

Interesting bikeway design. I guess it's going to be bi-directional?