Draper Factory Complex
As a cornerstone of the Hopedale community, the Draper Factory complex was built over decades in the mid-19th century as a large manufacturer of textile machinery. As the largest employer within the community, employing as many as 4,000 workers, the Draper Factory created new neighborhoods and community connections for those working within the complex. The ~80 acre site was home to various manufacturing operations until the 1980’s when the facility was closed, leaving almost 2 million SF underutilized.
In 2020, the property owner began abatement and demolition of the facility while also developing a Master Plan for the site. The purpose of the Master Plan is to determine the best redevelopment option for the sprawling core downtown site while also working with the community to incorporate the redevelopment into the Town fabric to ensure that it is complementary of the Town’s history.
Fee for Service Project
State & Local Permitting Assistance
Grant Research, Writing & Administration
Planning - Market Readiness & Implementation
Environmental Assessment & Remediation
