Proposed Wharf Construction - 1233 Shore Drive, Halifax

The proposed project involves reconstructing a failing crib wharf by replacing it with a 12'x20' timber pile wharf. Construction will be carried out using a barge-mounted crane, with timber piles driven into the seafloor first. This work will be scheduled during low tide to allow the contractor to inspect the seafloor for fish and other marine life. The property currently includes a ramp and floating docks, which will be reinstalled upon project completion. If the existing structure continues to deteriorate, it will contribute an increasing amount of debris to the seafloor. The new wharf will eliminate potential hazardous materials and reduce the seafloor footprint by over 90%.

Latest update

Proposed Wharf Construction - 1233 Shore Drive, Halifax – July 11, 2025 – The Halifax Port Authority (HPA) has determined that the proposed is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

The HPA is satisfied that that the carrying out of the project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

Therefore, the HPA may carry out the project, exercise any power, perform any duty or function, or provide financial assistance to enable the project to be carried out in whole or in part.

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Contacts

Tyler Boutilier, Port Planner
1215 Marginal Road
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4P8
Email: tboutilier@porthalifax.ca


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  • Location

    • 1233 Shore Drive (Nova Scotia)

  • Nature of Activity

    • Ports and Harbours

  • Assessment Status

    Completed

  • Start Date

    2025-07-11

  • Proponent

    Neil Martin and Lisa Marena Richardson

  • Authorities

    • Halifax Port Authority

  • Assessment Type

    Project on federal lands

  • Reference Number

    89568

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...within 200 kilometres
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