Cold Spring MN

acknowledges, “We have one developer who has a large area of land that’s been under development for 20 years and is a little over half done.” The city recently approved the platting of 15 more lots, with construction set to start imminently. Another significant residential development is in the pipeline on the north side of town. A developer recently annexed a large parcel of land with plans to develop around 100 lots, phased over several years. “He wants to get his in the ground by late fall or early spring,” Dockendorf notes, adding that these new lots will likely be ready within a year. While the housing market in Cold Spring mirrors broader trends, properties here tend to move quickly. “There are houses available, but they move fairly quickly,” Dockendorf observes. With new developments underway and strategic planning in place, Cold Spring aims to meet the growing demand for residential housing, ensuring that new and existing residents find suitable homes in this thriving community. DRAWING TOURISTS Cold Spring offers its residents an impressive array of activities, but the city is equally committed to attracting tourists. Dockendorf emphasizes the importance of tourism, noting that the city works closely with a very active chamber of commerce. “Promoting Cold Spring is their biggest focus,” she explains, adding that the city supports these efforts as much as possible. The Sauk River, flowing through the heart of Cold Spring, connects to a chain of lakes just down the road, providing a wealth of recreational City Council 7 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 07 COLD SPRING, MN