Dakota Dunes is an
unincorporated, master-planned residential and commercial development covering about 2,000 acres (8.1 km) in
Union County in the extreme southeast corner of the
U.S. state of
South Dakota. The development is sandwiched between the
Big Sioux River and the
Missouri River. The nearest incorporated municipality is
North Sioux City, South Dakota, with which Dakota Dunes shares the
zip code 57049. Dakota Dunes is about five miles (8 km) west of downtown
Sioux City, Iowa. As of March 31, 2008, its population stood at 2,647. Law enforcement is provided by the Union County Sheriff.
Dakota Dunes has five main neighborhoods including the Country Club Estates, the Meadows, the Prairie, the Willows, and Upscale Apartment Living.
Why Dakota Dunes?
It was more than just the beautiful setting that encouraged Dakota Dunes Development Company, a subsidiary of MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company to build the Dakota Dunes community in Union County, South Dakota. The state of South Dakota offers one of the top-rated business climates in the U.S.:
KEY ECONOMIC ADVANTAGES
· No personal state income tax
· No corporate state income tax
· No personal property tax
· No business inventory tax
· No inheritance tax
· No local sales tax
In addition to the top-rated business climate, a number of incentive programs are available through the South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development and The Siouxland Initiative.
For qualifying projects, the incentives may range from low-interest loans to training assistance. Creativity and flexibility are the keys to designing a financial package that will meet your needs.
HOME TO BUSINESS LEADERS
South Dakota’s strong business climate and the amenities offered at Dakota Dunes are attracting a growing number of businesses to Dakota Dunes. Dakota Dunes Development Company assists businesses in all phases of their move, from initial planning to design and construction.
QUALITY WORKFORCE
The Siouxland area boasts a combined population of nearly 145,000. People in this area are highly regarded for their integrity and strong work ethic.
TRANSPORTATION AND DISTRIBUTION
Dakota Dunes is located at the heart of a metropolitan circle encompassing Kansas City, Des Moines, Chicago, Minneapolis, Sioux Falls, and Omaha. Interstate 29 passes directly by the Dakota Dunes community and connects with major east/west freeways.
UTILITY AND SERVICE INFORMATION
Gas and Electric/MidAmerican |
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888-427-5632 |
Water/Sewer |
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605-232-4211 |
Union County Sheriff |
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605-356-2679 |
Dakota Dunes Security |
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605-232-4211 |
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After Hours |
605-253-3102 |
Union County Court House |
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605-356-2391 |
Dakota Valley Business Council |
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800-228-7903 |