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Developing Projects from the Ground Up

The Penstone | Walpole, Massachusetts 
Howard Stein Hudson provided comprehensive site planning, stormwater management, and utility design services for a 54-acre multifamily development in Walpole permitted under Chapter 40B. The thoughtfully designed community features 268 rental residences, including 52 townhouse units and 216 apartment units, complemented by a centrally located clubhouse and convenient on-site parking. Designed with a strong focus on livability and connectivity, the development includes a variety of amenities, including a large recreation area and dog park.

Let HSH help you navigate the permitting and development process.

Howard Stein Hudson provides civil engineering that simplifies project delivery. We offer value and efficiency for projects of all sizes—simple to iconic—across New England. From one single-family home to a single-family subdivision, multifamily to industrial, office to retail, HSH is proud to help deliver projects, no matter the size or location.

For 39 years, HSH has successfully collaborated on many of the region’s most impactful development projects, helping shape and enhance local cities and towns. With more than 100 employees and offices in Bridgewater, Boston, Chelmsford, and Worcester, HSH continues to deliver trusted expertise and lasting community impact. We look forward to working with you on your project.

Let HSH help you navigate the permitting and development process. Our experienced civil engineers can:

  • Translate local requirements into a potential build with a developable yield;
  • Perform due diligence for a successful outcome;
  • Design and engineer comprehensive site plans;
  • Create transparency in the permitting process through thoughtful communication; and
  • Ensure confidence through understanding of the process.

HSH helps clients navigate local and state permitting processes and regulatory approvals. HSH works to ensure projects are functional, compliant, and environmentally responsible.

Our Services:

  • Conceptual Planning
  • Civil Engineering
  • Stormwater Management
  • Special Permit/Site Plan Permitting
  • Soil Evaluation
  • Septic Design
  • Due Diligence
  • Definitive Subdivision Permitting
  • Transportation Impact Assessments
  • Parking Demand and Needs Assessment
  • Peer Reviews

Our expert civil engineers will guide you through permitting and development process. Contact us!

Steve Findlen

Associate Principal,
Manager of Bridgewater Office
James Downing

Associate Principal,
Manager of Civil Engineering