The Navy Broadway Complex is a bayside military

Military

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 facility located in Downtown San Diego, California

California

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. It houses the primary offices of the Navy Region Southwest, and is closely tied to regional United States Coast Guard

United States Coast Guard

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 operations. The Global Advanced Traceability and Control (ATAC) and function is housed in the Navy Broadway Complex.

History

In the early 1900s, Pacific Fleet ships frequently docked in the San Diego harbor at what is now the intersection of Broadway and Harbor Drive. With all the necessary maritime facilities in place, the site became a supply depot. A small pier was constructed in 1922 and the first materials were moved into the Depot's warehouse in February 1923. Subsequent modifications have been made to the depot sporadically through the late 20th century.

Development

Since the complex is on extremely valuable property, the Navy has attempted to finance a portion of operations with revenue from real estate

Real estate

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developers seeking to build housing and commercial units. A San Diego developer actually has a lease with the Navy to build a Navy administration complex, along with hotels, offices and shops, in an area of the complex that currently houses dilapidated buildings and government-only parking. However, as of 2010 the project is in limbo due to legal challenges and financing difficulties.

External links

• Navy Broadway Complex public outreach site