Public Access Facilities

As designated areas within a port that are open to the general public, public access facilities allow pedestrian access to the waterfront for recreational purposes or to reach passenger vessels. At Kimley-Horn, we carefully manage balancing public access with each port’s security and operational needs.

Waterfront Development

From a single building to development of an entire master-planned community, a single park or amenity has the ability to thoughtfully interconnect systems of public spaces. Waterfront communities experience ever-increasing demands, yet these developments need to be carefully planned for greater resilience and resistance to more severe and frequent weather events. With our talented team’s abilities, we intentionally combine our expertise in development services, marine and coastal engineering, and environmental planning to create exceptional, memorable, and resilient waterfront places that add lasting value to communities for years to come.

Recreational Marinas

From initial planning to final design, our team delivers tailored solutions for recreational marinas and waterfront access facilities, including reconfiguration, expansion, and new marina development. Our team develops marinas and waterfront access to serve boaters, kayakers, tourists, and local residents while seamlessly integrating surrounding amenities like restaurants, retail, and walking trails. This approach maximizes usability, connectivity, and long-term community value. We work closely with public agencies and private owners to meet core objectives while maximizing benefits for both stakeholders and marina users. Our expertise spans:

With seamless support from conceptual design through environmental permitting, engineering design and construction administration, and maintenance planning and operational strategies, we ensure every marina project provides optimal space utilization and is built for lasting success.