Lakeway Commons Shrewsbury, MA

Engineering the Foundation for a Mixed-Use Destination

Lakeway Commons is a 23-acre large-scale mixed-use development in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, bringing together retail, dining, residential, and lifestyle uses at one of the region’s most visible intersections. Anchored by a 50,000 SF Whole Foods and surrounded by complementary retail and an apartment community housing 264 units, the project reimagines a historically significant site into a modern, high-performing destination.

RJ O’Connell & Associates provided civil engineering, land planning, and site design services, helping guide the project from early site work through infrastructure coordination and construction. Permitting included Planning Board Approval of Special Permit / Site Plan, Planning Board Definitive Subdivision Approval, Conservation Commission Order of Conditions, Zoning Board of Appeals Special Permit, EPA Review and Certificates on ENF and SEIR, MassDOT Access Permit, and NPDES Construction General Permit.

A project of this scale required careful coordination between grading, utilities, stormwater systems, and structural elements to support both immediate construction and long-term site performance.

SERVICES:

Land Survey
Land Planning
Feasibility study
Site/Civil Engineering
Stormwater Management
Land Use Permitting
Construction Documents
Construction Phase Services

The transformation began with large-scale earthwork operations to reshape the site and establish the foundation for future development. Grading strategies were designed to balance cut and fill, improve constructability, and prepare for the integration of utilities and building infrastructure.

Underground infrastructure was a critical component of the project. RJOC coordinated the layout and installation of water, sewer, and utility systems to support a high-demand mixed-use environment.

From fire protection systems to grease traps and service connections for restaurant tenants, each element was designed for durability, accessibility, and long-term performance.

Stormwater management was carefully engineered to address both regulatory requirements and site-specific conditions. Subsurface systems were installed to control runoff, promote infiltration, and protect surrounding resources.

Structural site elements, including retaining walls and curbing, were integrated to manage grade changes, define circulation, and support the overall layout of the development.

Each element contributes to both the function and finish of the site, ensuring durability while shaping the user experience at ground level.

Today, Lakeway Commons stands as a vibrant destination, bringing new energy and activity to a site with deep local history.

PROJECT TEAM:
Architect Commercial: PCA
Architect Residential: ICON
Wetland Scientist: Lucas Environmental
Landscape Architect: William Fleming Associates
Traffic Engineer: MDM Transportation
Geotechnical Engineer: Terracon