Chillicothe Ag Addition

The Chillicothe Agriculture Science Building in Hardeman County has completed its construction phase. The project, filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (TDLR) as the Chillicothe Ag Addition, involved a 6,050 square foot addition to an existing facility. The work was registered in September 2019 and finished in July 2020, marking the end of the construction timeline.

Project Scope and Cost

Chillicothe Independent School District served as the owner of record for this $2,300,000 project. The scope specifically covered additions to an existing Ag science building located at 1610 S. 16th Street in Chillicothe. The estimated cost of $380 per square foot reflects the specific budget allocated for this expansion. This public funding project utilized public land, consistent with the district's role in local educational infrastructure.

WRA Architects was the design firm of record for this addition. The construction period spanned from October 2019 to July 2020. The TDLR record confirms that the final TDLR accessibility inspection was passed in July 2020. This status indicates that the physical construction and compliance requirements were met by that date. The project is now closed in the TDLR system, with no outstanding construction issues noted in the filing.

Local Context and Ownership

Chillicothe Independent School District has registered one other project with TDLR, the Chillicothe Elementary School, which totaled $4,100,000 and is also closed. This addition fits within the district's broader capital improvement activities in Hardeman County. The area is a small community with a population of about 922 residents according to U.S. Census estimates for the 79225 ZIP code. Median household income in this area is approximately $69,464, and housing is predominantly owner-occupied.

The completion of this Ag science building addition provides updated facilities for the school district. The project was registered as a public fund project, ensuring transparency in the use of resources for educational purposes. With the final TDLR accessibility inspection passed, the building is ready for its intended use. The record shows a clear timeline from registration to completion, with all inspections finalized by mid-2020.