The Farmington Hills location will have limited hours and services from September 21 through October 8 while concrete beams are removed from the main lobby area. All Library events and room reservations affected by these temporary hours have been cancelled.
Temporary Hours
- Sunday: 1–5 p.m.
- Monday through Thursday: 4–9 p.m.
- Friday: CLOSED
- Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Closed Areas
- Children's Department
- Teen Area
- Fiction Browsing Room
- Friends Sale Room
Browsing will not be available in collections located within closed areas. Materials from these collections may still be requested through the catalog and picked up once available. Please wait to receive a hold notification before visiting the Library. Holds may take longer than usual to process and may not be available for same-day pickup.
We expect the front (northwest) parking lot to close starting Monday, September 21. Parking will remain available in the side lot and overflow parking area behind the Library. This project is expected to be completed in November.
The building’s main entrance and the sidewalk leading to it will remain open. The 24/7 pickup lockers will also remain available for use.
Regular curbside pickup service is unavailable while parking lot repaving is underway. Patrons who require this service may submit an accommodation request for curbside service. Patrons who have an accommodation request on file may continue to request curbside pickup service at the Farmington Hills location.
The Farmington location is operating with normal hours and services. We are awaiting final permits before construction setup and demolition can begin. We’ll continue to share updates here as the project moves forward.
Service impact timelines are subject to change as construction progresses. Please check back here for the most up-to-date information.
We know construction can be an inconvenience, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding while this work is underway. These improvements are an investment in the future of your Library, and we're excited to welcome the community into these updated spaces as each project is completed.
Know Before You Go
Both buildings are expected to remain open during construction unless temporary closures are required for safety. Please expect reduced parking availability and increased noise during portions of the projects. Some spaces, collections, and services may be temporarily unavailable or relocated during certain phases of construction.
Before you visit, check for the latest updates and sign up for email Building Alerts to stay informed.
What's Being Improved?
Farmington Location
- New outdoor amphitheater
- New outdoor Children's Department play area
- Renovated main- and lower-level restrooms
- New elevator
Farmington Hills Location
- New Children's Services Information Desk
- New small-group study rooms
- New outdoor reading garden
- Renovated main- and lower-level restrooms
- Repaved front (northwest) parking lot
About Phase One Renovation Projects
These projects are a part of the first phase of the Library's Facilities Masterplan. These improvements will update aging infrastructure, improve accessibility, and create new spaces for the community to gather, study, and play. While timelines may change as work progresses, Phase One is currently anticipated to be completed in June 2027.
The approved projects were selected because they address current infrastructure needs and will significantly enhance building usage. All Phase One projects are funded through the Library's general operating budget.
What's Happening Now?
We are preparing for a September 21 start to construction at the Farmington Hills location. The Farmington location is operating with normal hours and services. We are awaiting final permits before a start date at the Farmington location can be announced. We’ll continue to share updates here as the project moves forward.
Upcoming Service Impacts
Farmington Location
September – June
- Most of the building will be enclosed by fencing. The Liberty Street entrance will be closed.
- Curbside pickup will be unavailable. Request pickup at Farmington Hills if needed.
November – December
- Elevator service will be unavailable while the elevator is being replaced.
Farmington Hills Location
November – June
- The Heritage Room will be repurposed for Children's Services.
December – June
- The Children's Department will be closed. Select collections and technology will be relocated to the Heritage Room for public use.
- Children's Services staff will be available in the Heritage Room to provide services.
Project Renderings
Renderings shown are conceptual and may not exactly represent the final projects.
Farmington Hills Location
The existing Quiet Study Room will be reconfigured to create several new small-group study rooms.
Farmington Hills Location
An outdoor study and reading garden will be constructed in the currently unused corner outside the main entrance.
Farmington Hills Location
The lower-level Children’s Department will receive several targeted improvements, including a newly constructed entryway, Information Desk, and family-style restrooms. Please note that these improvements are focused on specific areas of the department; the project does not include a renovation of the entire Children’s Department.
Farmington Location
An outdoor amphitheater will be constructed in the currently unused corner at State Street and Liberty Street.
Farmington Location
The Children’s Department will have a newly constructed outdoor playspace accessible from the lower-level Children’s Department.
Questions or Feedback?
As construction begins, we welcome your questions and feedback. If you have questions about the renovation projects or temporary service impacts, please submit the form below or contact the Library.
