Construction complete ยท Mar 2017โœ…Inspection Complete๐Ÿ—๏ธ New Construction๐Ÿ’ต This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

HIPPO OUTPOST

650 S RL THORNTON FWY, Dallas, TX 75203, Dallas, TX, 75203

HIPPO OUTPOST is a new construction project at 650 S RL THORNTON FWY, Dallas, in Dallas County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Mar 2017). The project has an estimated value of $10.5M.

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๐Ÿ“ŠProject Metrics

TDLR #EABPRJB6806580
$10.5M
Project Value
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Square Feet
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Cost/SqFt
1y 2mo
Duration
Registered:Dec 15, 2015
Start:Jan 1, 2016
Target:Mar 1, 2017
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Inspection Complete

Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure

HIPPO OUTPOST is a New Construction project located at 650 S RL THORNTON FWY, Dallas, TX 75203 in Dallas, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $10.5M. DALLAS ZOO MANAGEMENT INC is the property owner and CLR DESIGN is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on December 15, 2015.

โ“Frequently Asked Questions

What is HIPPO OUTPOST?

HIPPO OUTPOST is a new construction project at 650 S RL THORNTON FWY in Dallas, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Hippo Habitat for Dallas Zoo, 2.25 acres, earthwork, utility improvements, Lodge for visitors and Hippo Barn.

Is HIPPO OUTPOST open in Dallas?

Construction on HIPPO OUTPOST is complete โ€” TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Mar 2017. The building is finished and very likely open.

Where is HIPPO OUTPOST located?

HIPPO OUTPOST is located at 650 S RL THORNTON FWY, Dallas, TX, 75203, in Dallas County.

Who is the owner or developer of HIPPO OUTPOST?

DALLAS ZOO MANAGEMENT INC is the property owner/developer of record for HIPPO OUTPOST, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for HIPPO OUTPOST?

CLR DESIGN is the design firm of record for HIPPO OUTPOST, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does HIPPO OUTPOST cost and how big is it?

HIPPO OUTPOST has an estimated construction value of $10.5M, based on its TDLR filing.

๐Ÿ“‹Scope of Work

Hippo Habitat for Dallas Zoo, 2.25 acres, earthwork, utility improvements, Lodge for visitors and Hippo Barn.

Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.

๐Ÿ“…Compliance Timeline

Project Registered
December 15, 2015
Inspection Complete
March 1, 2017
Construction Start
January 1, 2016
Expected Completion
March 1, 2017

๐Ÿ“…Project Timeline

Filed

Dec 15, 2015

Review Complete

Inspection Complete

Mar 1, 2017

Closed

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TDLR ID: EABPRJB6806580

Design Firm

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CLR DESIGN
2 projects ยท $37.5M
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GREGORY J DYKSTRA 833 CHESTNUT ST SUITE 1000, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
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