Book lovers in Napier are a step closer to getting a new, permanent library, after the site was deemed unsafe in June 2017 and closed.
Council has now set aside $15.8 million for the project, with due diligence completed on the top three possible sites.
The exact cost will not be known until the site and design has been completed, and consultation undertaken with the community.
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The due diligence work indicated that council should continue to explore building options for the former library site on Station St.