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May 1, 2021

The lagoon is part of a 22-acre project that will beckon families to relax, play, meet with friends, shop, dine and get some exercise.

Crystal Lagoon Brings Recreation, Entertainment Options to Canton

Crystal Lagoon is bringing a 2.5-acre artificial lagoon, featuring crystal-clear freshwater and sandy beaches, to Canton. The location will be in the Riverstone area, and bound on three sides by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Reinhardt College Parkway and Riverstone Boulevard. The projected opening is 2023.

The lagoon is part of a 22-acre project that will beckon families to relax, play, meet with friends, shop, dine and get some exercise. The opportunities will include attending concerts, outdoor markets, festivals and seasonal light displays.

More than a summer destination, the development will include restaurants, retail, a wedding peninsula, an amphitheater, corporate meeting space and office suites, as well as residential options: approximately 200 owner-occupied upscale condominiums. The condos will range from 1,200 to 2,500 square feet, with prices starting at $300,000. This project truly is the first of its kind for Cherokee County. The developer estimates nearly 300 new jobs will be created for the area. Some will be seasonal, but most will be year-round, full-time positions.

Many people wonder how the water will be kept pristine. It’s done through a patented technology that uses a system of pulses of disinfectant that decrease the amounts of chemicals needed, compared with a conventional pool. The specific patterns of released disinfectant are determined by algorithms.This also should decrease the amounts of harmful chemicals that dissipate into the atmosphere.

The property will have 24-hour security, along with constant monitoring of general maintenance and property cleaning needs. The parking will circle the venue, rather than having one huge rectangle of pavement that contributes to run-off issues and heat absorption.

The Riverstone properties have been zoned PD-MU (Planned Development-Mixed Use) for more than 20 years, which allows commercial and residential development. The property owners needed a master plan amendment approval, because the residential component had not been included in the original approved submission.

Just north of Crystal Lagoon, on the same site, will be a separate 28-acre development of 270 detached rental cottages and rental townhomes. A variety of one-story one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom cottages will be a unique product for our market.

The cottage community developer, Avanta, a Hunt company, is designed to provide options for people who want a home, but don’t want to buy, crossing generations and income levels. Amenities will include a pool, exercise room, clubhouse, dog park, trails, playgrounds, fire pits and greens for lawn games. A walkway will connect the community to Crystal Lagoon.

At this writing, the price points have not been determined, but the developer suggests that it will be within the means of our workforce residents, and rents will be comparable to Canton’s affordable median income (AMI).

In January, Canton City Council approved a road map to guide growth and development. These two projects tick 21 boxes in the plan. We will continue to compare projects to the road map to make sure they fit our vision for the future. For more details of the road map, visit www.cantonga.gov/government/city-council/city-of-canton-roadmap

When the development is open for business, Canton, Cherokee County and surrounding areas will have a unique venue for exercise, recreation, entertainment, dining, shopping and professional opportunities.

– Sandy McGrew served on the Cherokee Arts Council board for five years and currently serves on the Canton City Council.

Images provided by the ROHM Group.

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Comments

  1. Barry Hughes says

    June 28, 2021 at 6:52 pm

    Well this sucks for Cherokee County and anyone living here.

    Reply
  2. Lisa M Eckert says

    August 12, 2021 at 6:51 pm

    Why not add some retirement 2-3 bed 2 bath ranches to buy. Why so many rentals? I don’t want a townhouse / Condo!

    Reply
  3. sheila says

    August 19, 2021 at 3:44 pm

    Nice article. Would it be possible for you to list what upcoming residential housing will be built around this?

    Reply
  4. Taylor Cox says

    September 1, 2021 at 3:23 pm

    When they are done right, Crystal Lagoons are AMAZING. I applaud Avanta and those who approved the project. My family cannot wait until this opens

    Reply
  5. Russell T Wilkins says

    December 14, 2021 at 3:35 am

    Please tell me the party/parties to contact to possibly rent a brick and mortar store front or a space where the food trucks will parked and pay rent. Please. I would like to open a small shop at this location.

    Russell Wilkins
    email er5957@yahoo.com
    cell 678 665-3826 please text I am extremely hard of hearing.

    Merry Christ

    Reply
  6. Michelle Lane says

    January 7, 2022 at 1:28 am

    Interested in buying a home in the area. Please send info to michelle&laneworld.com

    Reply
  7. Susan says

    May 4, 2022 at 1:58 pm

    How do I purchase a condo?

    Reply
  8. Terri Leahy says

    May 15, 2022 at 7:38 pm

    Is there a projected completion date?

    Reply
  9. Sherry Tatum says

    June 2, 2022 at 2:30 pm

    How do I sign up for the grand opening?

    Reply
  10. Lois says

    June 28, 2022 at 3:02 pm

    Looking forward to a day at the lagoon! How much will this cost for a day pass for individual and family?

    Reply
  11. Kathy LeFevre says

    August 13, 2022 at 12:29 am

    This looks absolutely amazing!!! Where do I sign up for a Cottage???? This might just keep me in GA! NO Sharks!

    Reply
  12. Jeanine says

    August 28, 2022 at 12:49 pm

    When will you be Canton ga location open?

    Reply
  13. Wanda Neal says

    October 7, 2022 at 12:40 pm

    Looks great can I have the address. May be moving to canton.

    Reply
  14. Patrick John Wunsch says

    October 19, 2022 at 3:53 pm

    I would be total interested in working here. If this is still in process to build please contact me.

    Patrick John Wunsch
    678-650-1005

    Reply

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