The Burnhaven Library was last renovated in 2010. The Burnhaven Library Renovation project will make necessary updates and reorganize the interior to improve in-demand spaces to better support services and technology. The project will include new furniture, equipment, accessibility improvements, and mechanical and electrical building system upgrades.
Dakota County contracted with HGA for the professional design services.
Submitted feedback about the proposed design
More than 1,000 people shared their thoughts in our May 2025 renovation survey. County staff and architects shared the proposed design shaped by that feedback at an open house on June 25, 2025. The Library Advisory Committee reviewed the proposed design on July 10, 2025. Community members told us that they want a library that balances active learning with relaxing, quiet spaces. Common requests included improved lighting, a refreshed children's play area, more study areas and to continue providing a strong book collection.
Project timeline
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April–May 2025: Concept design -
June 2025: Schematic design, including public review and input
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August 2025: Schematic design approved by Dakota County Board of Commissioners
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January 2026: Design complete
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February 2026: Bidding for construction project
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2026: Construction work
Timeline is subject to change as the project is developed.
Check back to this webpage to stay up to date on the project. For more information contact us at
burnhavenproject@co.dakota.mn.us.