# Berlin ZLB library relocation project > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/berlin-zlb-library-relocation-project > Updated: 2026-09-17T12:03:37.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 3. The Berlin Senate and property owner Commerz Real have signed a letter of intent to relocate the Zentral- und Landesbibliothek (ZLB) to the Galeria department store building at Alexanderplatz. The project aims to consolidate the library’s currently split sites into a single location of approximately 43,000 square meters, with 28,000 square meters dedicated to public space and the remainder for retail and gastronomy. Commerz Real has committed to modernizing the building by 2030. The initiative is designed to revitalize Alexanderplatz by transforming the area into a cultural and commercial hub rather than a mere transit point. Negotiations regarding financing models and specific terms are expected to continue through October. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-17: Berlin plans to house ZLB library in Alexanderplatz Galeria building Berlin officials and Commerz Real have signed a letter of intent to house the Zentral- und Landesbibliothek (ZLB) in the Galeria building at Alexanderplatz, combining retail with a major cultural hub. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/berlin-plans-to-house-zlb-library-in-alexanderplatz-galeria-building ### 2026-08-31: Dinslaken proposes relocating Bücherstube Lohberg library Dinslaken officials have proposed moving the Bücherstube Lohberg library to a smaller facility on Hauerstraße to manage budget cuts, with plans to rely on volunteers and local cultural partners. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dinslaken-proposes-relocating-bcherstube-lohberg-library ### 2026-08-26: Berlin plans ZLB library relocation to Alexanderplatz Berlin Finance Senator Stefan Evers announced a Letter of Intent to relocate the Zentral- und Landesbibliothek to the Galeria Kaufhof building at Alexanderplatz. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/berlin-plans-zlb-library-relocation-to-alexanderplatz --- Cite as: Berlin ZLB library relocation project. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/berlin-zlb-library-relocation-project