Politics & Government

Mosque and Cultural Center Moves to Gateway Business Park

Dar-us-Salam Cultural Center will relocate to 603 West Travelers Trail.

An office building fronting Interstate 35 will have an atypical tenant come 2012: Dar-us-Salam Cultural Center will be relocating to Gateway Business Park.

The center is currently housed at an address on West 128th Street, according to multiple online listings of Islamic worship places. City staffers say the current building does not conform to the city's fire and safety regulations regarding large gatherings. According to a memo from city staff to the council, building officials have been involved in a lengthy enforcement process with the center, which should be resolved by the proposed move. 

The Burnsville City Council approved the request for a conditional use permit on Dec. 20.

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The new location at 603 West Travelers Trail is equipped with a sprinkler system and is designed to address the necessary life safety requirements. The 5,200 square foot space leased by Kraus Anderson will also have ample space for the Muslim congregation — which ranges in size from 50 to 120 people. The space will be able to accommodate classrooms, group prayer, and offices.

Officials at Dar-us-Salam did not respond to requests for comment.

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