Eagan News

With the arrival of summer, construction is right on its heels. Check out the numerous projects that are underway or that have wrapped up in Eagan.

map with markers 1-15 which correspond to the list belowindicating the recent community developemtn sites around Eagan

1. Kwik Trip

Location: Northeast corner of Pilot Knob and Diffley roads

A planned development amendment was approved to allow construction of a new 9,125-square-foot convenience store with an integrated 3,065-square-foot, double-bay car wash. The Kwik Trip will replace the now-razed Hilltop Shopping Center.

Status: Construction anticipated summer 2026

2. Eagan Hope and Wellness

Location: Century Point

A preliminary 0.6-acre development has been planned for a 16-unit residential program facility licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services. The building will have a residential appearance yet mimic adjacent commercial buildings.

Status: Construction anticipated summer 2026

3. 21st Century Bank

Location: 3390 Heritage Ln.

A new 3,400-square-foot bank offers drive-through lanes.

Status: Construction completed

4. Club Car Wash

Location: 2250 Cliff Rd.

An approved 4,400-square-foot tunnel car wash will replace a closed gas station. This will be the second Club Car Wash location in Eagan.

Status: Construction completed

5. Amazon Distribution Center

Location: 701 Opperman Dr.

This approximately 3-million-square-foot warehouse and distribution facility is the first project that’s part of the redevelopment of the 180-acre former Thomson Reuters campus.

Status: Building/site under construction

6. Centra Data Center

Location: 3640 Nasseff Wy.

This approved revamp of the former Thomson Reuters data center, located on the building's west wing, will become an updated 150,000-square-foot data center.

Status: Building/site under construction

7. Project Alpha

Location: Southwest corner of State Highway 149 and Opperman Drive

A proposed 337,000-square foot warehouse and distribution facility is planned for the south side of Opperman Road.

Status: Developer is seeking final plan approval in May. Site preparation is underway.

8. Solventum

Location: 1750 Yankee Doodle Rd.

Approved in 2024, this Fortune 500 med tech headquarters facility features site improvements, including a partial second story added to the existing office buildings.

Status: Completed

9. Oppidan Data Center

Location: 3621 Argenta Tr.

An approximately 61,000-square-foot “edge” data center has been approved: a small facility designed to speed processing time.

Status: Under construction

10. MACV Housing/Veteran’s Village

Location: Rahn Road and Independence Trail

The Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans partnered with Lennar Homes on this 22-townhome project designed to meet the needs of veterans. The property was part of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church and previously housed The Open Door Pantry.

Status: Completed

11. Suite Living Senior Care

Location: 1950 Diffley Rd.

A 32-unit senior care facility has opened on the westerly, unused portion of the property belonging to Christ Lutheran Church.

Status: Completed

12. Trails End Commons

Location: Southeast corner of Yankee Doodle Road and Elrene Road

An approved Lennar Homes townhome project will feature 104 units on 22 acres.

Status: Under construction

13. Parkside Development

Location: South of Dodd Road and Parkside Circle

A 24-lot, single-family home development has been approved for just east of Lebanon Hills Regional Park.

Status: While some homes are constructed, lots are available.

14. Metcalf Park

Location: Southwest of Cedar Avenue and Diffley Road

A mixed residential, 35-acre development has received preliminary approval. If built, the plan is approved for 245 apartments, 66 senior co-op units, 97 townhomes, and 42 villa-style twin homes. The redevelopment is on the site of the former Metcalf Middle School.

Status: Final approval pending

15. Blackhawk View

Location: Southeast of Blackhawk Road and Deer Hills Trail (south of Diffley Road)

This proposed subdivision consists of a 7-unit, small-lot, single-family development on about 1 acre. Proposed lot sizes range from approximately 4,700 to 6,000 square feet.

Status: Under review, pending approval by Advisory Planning Commission at a public hearing

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A new housing facility with support services will replace a decades-old facility.

Status: Construction anticipated summer 2026

For continuous project updates, please visit the cityofeagan.com/development.

Details: Last Updated: July 15, 2026

This year marks two decades of the City of Eagan supporting local businesses, regional agriculture, and community connection — all at one great event.

Three people smiling at an outdoor market stall. Two are standing in front of a table with bottles and taps, one is standing behind the table to demonstrate the bottled product

Since opening on June 20, 2007, Eagan Market Fest, generally held on Wednesday nights, has grown from 13 vendors and 3,000 shoppers to a well-established weekly happening that draws tens of thousands of visitors each year, reflecting its continued popularity and value to the Eagan community.

"Eagan Market Fest is a great midweek event to shop for farm fresh produce and support local growers and other vendors," said regular shoppers Mitch and Maria Brown. "The entertainment is a great bonus."

Eagan Market Fest maintains a strong focus on local sourcing, with all products made, produced, or grown within 50 miles of Eagan. This approach supports small businesses and reduces food miles, the distance food travels from where it’s grown or produced to where it’s purchased. And Eagan residents reap the benefits of direct access to fresh, locally produced goods.

The market has evolved over time to better serve the community. Key additions include the Indoor Market in 2013, the Power of Produce (POP) Club for youth in 2015, and the acceptance of SNAP/EBT benefits in 2016 to increase food accessibility.

As Eagan Market Fest enters its 20th year, it remains an important community asset — supporting small-business development, increasing access to fresh food, and providing a welcoming space for residents to connect.

Market Fact

Ruhland’s Strudel Haus has been the only vendor to participate every year since 2007.

“I love Eagan. I love the customers that have supported us over the years. It has been both a pleasure and an honor to serve you,” owner Tom Ruhland says.

Image of Tom Ruhland standing in front of restaurant refrigerators holding three wrapped food items

Eagan Market Fest by the Numbers

2025 season: 18 weeks, 54 vendors, 25,990 shoppers

Total shoppers over 20 years: nearly 611,000

Key Milestones

2010: Named a top-five farmers market in Minnesota

2011: Recognized nationally as Minnesota’s favorite farmers market

2013: Introduced the Indoor Market

2015: Launched Power of Produce (POP) Club for youth

2016: Started accepting SNAP/EBT

2018: Added the splash pad to festival grounds

2025: Moved Fall Market to Goat Hill Park

Details: Last Updated: July 15, 2026

It’s just about that time again — time for the City of Eagan to begin working on its next Comprehensive Plan (CP). Once a decade, the process of creating Eagan’s CP helps determine community goals, guides development and redevelopment, and addresses changes over the next 20 years.

Eagan, like other large cities, is required by Minnesota state statute to create a comprehensive plan and to meet Metropolitan Council requirements.

The report relies heavily on the technical analysis conducted by City departments. “Community Development coordinates the full plan document, but it’s a big lift for a lot of City departments,” says Jill Hutmacher, community development director. “The plan is what it’s called — comprehensive."

City staff, with the help of consultants, will develop eight technical master plans: Climate Action, Parks, Sanitary, Storm, Transportation, Water Supply, Integrated Water, and Water Resources. The City must also create land use and housing plans. All plans must align with each other and with the Metropolitan Council’s forecasts for housing, population, and job growth. “In other words, the comprehensive plan holistically evaluates every aspect of the City’s built and natural environment and determines what changes are necessary to accommodate projected growth,” Hutmacher says.

To kick off the project, City staff will begin to talk with community members on a wide variety of these topics. Over the spring and summer, you’ll see staff at Eagan Market Fest, Juneteenth, Big Rig Rally, and more events. Staff will be reaching out for business input through the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce, Rotary clubs, and other business groups. “Wherever a group of people is interested in comprehensive planning, we can be there,” Hutmacher says. Online opportunities to provide input will be available as well.

Because the Metropolitan Council must approve the 2050 CP by December 2028, the report will likely be submitted in mid-2028. Like to see the previous CP? Visit cityofeagan.com/2040plan to read the full 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Info on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan page will continue to evolve.

Details: Last Updated: July 15, 2026

Eagan’s longest-serving watershed management organization board member announced her retirement this spring, after more than 15 years of dedicated volunteer service.

Monica Foss has supported the City through an incredible period of progress on water quality improvement — including the removal of several lakes from the state’s list of impaired waters. She’s been a staunch environmental advocate since beginning as a citizen lake monitor in the early ’90s. Three decades later, she’s still getting her hands dirty — most recently working to manage invasive cattails on Jensen Lake.

The City is grateful for Foss’s work. “We’ll sincerely miss the energy she brings to the board and wish her the best in the next chapter of her stewardship journey,” says Jennifer Workman-Jesness, board chair.

Learn about volunteering on an Eagan advisory board or commission, and about other volunteer opportunities, at cityofeagan.com/volunteer.

Details: Last Updated: May 27, 2026

Twenty-five years ago, Eagan dedicated the Tribute and Memorial Plaza to honor first responders and military service members and veterans.

In partnership with Daniel R. Olsen American Legion 594 in Eagan, we’re expanding the story to honor the unique sacrifices of our female service members and veterans Fundraising is underway for the $35,000 project. The goal is to have the statue dedicated at our Memorial Day ceremony on May 25.

“The City is deeply grateful to the community members who stepped forward to lead the effort to install this statue.,” says Parks and Recreation Director Andrew Pimental. “Their dedication and generosity reflect a shared commitment to honoring service and ensuring all veterans are meaningfully recognized.”

Community members and local businesses can donate at givemn.org/story/eaganwomenstatue.

Details: Last Updated: May 27, 2026

Person grabbing flyer from information booth

For the second year in a row, Eagan is hosting a full lineup of free events to celebrate our city’s natural beauty and strong community — this time, all April long during Earth Month. Join us for hands-on activities and meaningful ways to connect and take action to make a positive impact on Eagan’s environment.

During our Earth Day Celebration at Blackhawk Park, attendees can explore educational booths, connect with local businesses, and take part in activities for the whole family, including joining the Eagan Forestry team in a woodland restoration project and Dakota Valley Recycling for a garden tool swap.

Besides the main Earth Day Celebration, signature happenings include Green Up Eagan and a Sustainable Eagan Academy session. Throughout the month, local partners will host a variety of Earth Month events, offering even more opportunities to learn, connect, and get involved.

Green Up Eagan is our monthlong community cleanup, helping keep neighborhoods, parks, and shared spaces clean and welcoming. Participate once or as often as you’d like!

Finally, everyone is encouraged to join a new activity, the Climate Action Bingo Challenge. After Earth Month, we’ll share total community actions to showcase how small steps can create real impact.

Month Long Activities

Climate Action Bingo: Get your card at City Hall or download (and submit your completed card) at cityofeagan.com/earth-month to participate in this fun community activity.

Green Up Eagan: Choose your own time and location; then participate individually or as a group in this trash cleanup event. Plus, check out maps and tools from the City.

More activities

Eagan Earth Day Celebration
This family-friendly, drop-in afternoon at Blackhawk Park combines our Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations on Saturday, April 18, 1–4 p.m. Get your hands dirty and help plant seedlings along the hillside with our woodland restoration project! Plant a seedling in the park and take one home to plant.

Sustainable Eagan Academy: Acting on Climate
During this session at Wescott Library, we’ll celebrate the first year of Eagan’s Climate Action Plan and share what the City is doing — plus what you can do — to support these efforts. Plan on attending Thursday, April 23, 6:30–8 p.m.