Right now, the Homeport Pier has only been open to the public for events such as Fleet/Week, OpSail, when a variety of ships moor there and open for public tours. Other than than, it’s used for official business(and FDNY fire boat docks there). It was a naval base, but is decommissioned. However, a major redevelopment plan is moving forward, which should transform the rather barren cement into a public waterfront esplanade, as well as adding housing and retail stores. The plans look fairly nice, and they’ve started construction work, after long stalling… let’s hope it finally comes together!