The Economic Development Department is focused on helping our community grow and thrive. This department works to support local businesses, attract new shops and services, and create job opportunities for residents. It also helps guide new development projects that add value to the community while keeping our small-town character. By encouraging new investments and supporting the businesses we already have, the Economic Development Department helps make our community a great place to live, work, and visit.
Comprehensive Plan
The Village of Somerset is a community of over 3,400 residents in a county of 98,838 people. The Village offers the best of small-town living with city amenities within reach. The Comprehensive Plan will guide the physical, social, and economic development of our community. It serves as a blueprint for future growth and preservation, outlining our community's vision, goals, and strategies over a 20-year period. This plan provides the foundation for all land-use regulations and decisions, including zoning, infrastructure projects, and capital improvements.
The Village of Somerset is located about 30 miles from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul and offers a robust and diverse business climate. Businesses include manufacturing, office, medical, and professional jobs - all close to home. The area offers a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities, a strong housing market, and a school district in the top 30% of districts in Wisconsin.
Village of Somerset Comprehensive Plan 2043
TID 5 Economic Development Opportunities
The new Somerset Commerce Center is a 45-acre development that has everything in place to welcome businesses of any industry to our industrious village. Our commerce center is designed for trade and economic activity, providing a concentrated, strategic location for multiple businesses. It can house a diverse mix of commercial, office, and industrial properties, all supported by a robust infrastructure.
Centennial Farms Acres is a new, 160-acre property ready for commercial and residential development just a short distance from Minneapolis and St. Paul. If you are a developer deciding where to site your next residential project, the Village of Somerset is an idyllic setting and smart investment. Our pro-growth local government offers flexible permitting and zoning options and a supportive partnership model.
Commercial Lots Available
Village of Somerset - Parcel Finder App
Plan Commission Forms: (Plan Commission Application, Application to Rezone, Conditional Use Permit Application)