In the 1950s, following a decline in the number of tuberculosis cases, the sanatorium began treating patients with other crippling conditions.

The owner planned and acquired permits for a large-scale mixed-use development which would include a Stop & Shop, Target, Chili's Restaurant, 100-unit senior housing complex, and office park.

The project was terminated when the development team experienced difficulties securing water and sewer service to the site.

[4] In 2010 Sysco, one of the largest food service companies in the country, publicly expressed interest in relocating their Norton-based Massachusetts distribution center to Lakeville.

[6] A special town meeting was held on June 6, 2010 to approve or reject tax increment financing (TIF) for Sysco.