Douglas County Libraries Is Growing in Northwest Douglas County

For immediate release: August 4, 2026

Library groundbreaking to take place August 26. 

Douglas County Libraries is excited to start construction on a new library facility in the Sterling Ranch area, which will serve customers in Sterling Ranch and Roxborough well into the future. A ceremonial groundbreaking will take place Wednesday, August 26, at 10 a.m. at 8285 Piney River Avenue in Littleton, Colorado. DCL leadership, local dignitaries, and community leaders will be on hand for the project kickoff.

In response to growth in the northwest corridor of the county, the new 18,000-square-foot library will offer the full spectrum of library services, meeting spaces, events and activities the expanding community demands, along with dedicated on-site parking and a drive-up book return.

Construction by Fransen Pittman General Contractors of Englewood, Colo., will require 12-15 months. DCL has contracted with OPN Architects of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for library design.

Visit DCL.org/build to learn more about the library project.

Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.

The new library will house more meeting spaces, including an event hall, two conference rooms, five study rooms, and other spaces for connection.

The library will offer outdoor spaces for gathering or quiet reflection, including a terrace and covered plaza. The plans also include dedicated on-site parking.

Consistent with other DCL libraries, the new location will extend library space to the outdoors.

Customers visiting the new location will enjoy scenic views and comfortable amenities from the terrace.