Centerplan completes development of 14,673 s/f Rite Aid in Southington

Centerplan has completed the development of a 14,673 s/f Rite Aid on Rte. 10. Centerplan, a Conn.-based development company led by president Robert Landino, acquired and developed a unique, highly visible property located at 500 Queen St., the former home of Southington Chevrolet. Hylwa Inc. completed the demolition, remediation and construction on this challenging site in less than five months. The Southington Rite Aid which features its prototype pharmacy and retail design dubbed "Rite Aid Customer World" includes a drive-thru pharmacy window, expanded customer waiting area, vitamin department, photo center, and a pharmacy counseling area. Rite Aid currently operates 80 stores in Conn. and 4,900 in the U.S. Centerplan directs investment strategies related to real estate acquisition, development and funding, with an emphasis on adding asset value through repositioning strategies. Centerplan continues to grow and break new ground, as it is currently developing a variety of residential, retail, and commercial properties throughout New England. Hylwa Inc. is a Meriden-based design/build construction firm serving all of New England.