* The project is located on figure #10.

Location
The Old City; Jaffa Gate

Initiator
Jerusalem Development Authority and the Tower of David Museum.

Implementer
Jerusalem Development Authority.

Budget
Jointly funded by the Ministry of Jerusalem and Heritage, the Tower of David Museum, and the Municipality through the Jerusalem Development Authority.

Project Description
A plan to assemble a new and accessible entrance to the Old City - by an elevator and a tunnel that will connect “Teddy Garden” to the outdoor square in front of the Jaffa Gate, and to the “Tower of David Museum”. The plan also proposes a passage along the antiquities unearthed on site, including from the Ayyubid, Byzantine and Roman-Byzantine eras. It also proposes the development of all the open areas in the complex, for educational and cultural activities.

Status
The plan was approved in the planning institutions without the approval of the Council for National Parks and Nature Reserves, contrary to procedures.

Approving Entity
Approved by Local and District Planning Committees.

Objections
Emek Shavehh; Peace Now.