COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Columbus Metropolitan Library’s Linden Branch is no longer expected to close tomorrow despite a previous announcement, as construction of the new location has been delayed.

The library announced on Friday morning that, due to unforeseen circumstances, the start of construction on the new Linden Branch is delayed. In late January, the library announced the temporary closure of the branch, as well as a “wallbreaking” ceremony for construction of the new branch set for late February. With this delay, these events no longer have set dates and the branch will not yet move into its temporary location on 1990 Jefferson Ave., a move which was scheduled for Feb. 17.

The second phase of Columbus Metropolitan Library’s plan to reinvest in local communities is currently underway. This includes the opening of Karl Road, Hilltop and Gahanna branches, as well as planning and construction underway for multiple other branches. In November, Columbus approved a levy that will bring in $39 million for the library system during its first year.

The delayed two-level Linden Branch will be built on the same site that the current branch has been located on for two decades. It will more than double the size of the current branch, which was built in 2004.

Serving as construction manager at risk on the project is Turner Construction Company. Moody Nolan has been tabbed as architect on the project.

New dates for the closure of the current branch and the start of construction on the new branch have yet to be announced. To learn more about Columbus Metropolitan Library’s Aspirational Building Program, visit its website.