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Classic European
market pavilions should provide inspiration. Because of the seasonal
nature of agriculture, the market hall should interact with the
outdoors, and be at least partially open to the weather whenever
possible. Excellent access by car and public transit is necessary,
as is ample parking. Farmers will sell their goods from flexible
stall space that would expand or contract with the seasons, spilling
outdoors during the summer season.
Financial
stability will be provided by permanent, year-round "anchor"
tenants, which could include but are not limited to:
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butchers |
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fishmongers |
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wine
merchants |
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specialty
grocery |
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natural
foods |
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bakeries |
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delis |
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ethnic
markets |
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coffee
and tea |
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florists |
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restaurants
in several price ranges.
A number of top restaurateurs have expressed interest in opening
a restaurant in such a market. |
Other possibilities
include a micro-brewery, a wine bar, cafe, casual take-out lunch
counter. Other potential anchor tenants, depending on size of building
and business interest:
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bookstore
specializing in cooking, gardening and home arts |
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cookware
store |
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cooking
school |
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garden
supply store |
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small
luxury hotel or bed-and-breakfast |
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professional
offices |
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mixed
income loft-style apartments or condominiums, as at the Belmont
Dairy |
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