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Bell County Jail Expansion
2405 South Loop 121, Belton, TX, 76501
Bell County Jail Expansion is a additions to existing building project at 2405 South Loop 121, Belton, in Bell County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Jun 2025 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $83.0M across about 179,627 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $83.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 179,627 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $462/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3y 1mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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30 days after the preceding date shown.
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1,110 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Bell County Jail Expansion
The Bell County Jail Expansion is a major construction project located at 2405 South Loop 121 in Belton, Texas. This filing covers additions to the existing facility, with a registered estimated cost of $83,000,000 and a total scope of 179,627 square feet. The project was registered with TDLR in May 2022, marking the start of the formal planning and review process for this significant public safety infrastructure update.
The scope of work is extensive, designed to significantly increase the facility's capacity and operational capabilities. The plan includes designing a new housing tower to accommodate approximately 900 inmates and a dedicated mental health unit for 64 inmates. Additionally, the project involves renovations and additions to the medical unit, the court area, the lobby, and central control administration. This comprehensive approach aims to modernize the jail's infrastructure while addressing specific housing and health needs.
Project Scale and Financial Context
At $83,000,000, this project is substantially larger than the median estimated cost for similar additions in Bell County, which stands at $600,000. The calculated cost of $462 per square foot is also above the county median of $144 per square foot for this type of work. The scheduled build window of 1,110 days is significantly longer than the median of 214 days for comparable projects in the area, reflecting the complexity of integrating new structures with an existing operational facility.
Bell County is the owner of record, and MRB Group is the design firm responsible for the project. The county has other registered projects in the area, including the Livestock/Equestrian Facility Warm-Up Arena and the Bell County Expo Center Building C. MRB Group has also worked on other local projects such as the Bell County Engineer's Office and the Bell County Radio Shop. The project involves public funds and public land, highlighting its importance to the county's infrastructure.
Construction was scheduled to begin in June 2022, with a completion date of June 2025 on the filing. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record.
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Bell County Jail Expansion is a Additions to Existing Building project located at 2405 South Loop 121, Belton, TX 76501 in Belton, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $83.0M covering 179,627 sq ft. BELL COUNTY is the property owner and MRB Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on May 2, 2022.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bell County Jail Expansion open?
The TDLR record indicates TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. Construction status is distinct from business opening.
How much does the Bell County Jail Expansion cost?
The registered estimated cost for the Bell County Jail Expansion is $83,000,000. This figure covers additions to the existing building, including new housing and medical units.
Who is designing the Bell County Jail Expansion?
MRB Group is the design firm of record for the Bell County Jail Expansion. They are responsible for the architectural and engineering plans for the new housing tower and renovations.
What is the square footage of the new jail space?
The project includes 179,627 square feet of new construction and additions. This space will house approximately 900 inmates in the new tower and 64 in the mental health unit.
When is the Bell County Jail Expansion expected to finish?
The completion date on the filing is June 2025. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, meaning the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record.
What is Bell County Jail Expansion?
Bell County Jail Expansion is a additions to existing building project at 2405 South Loop 121 in Belton, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Designing a Housing Tower to accommodate approx. 900 inmates, a mental health unit to accommodate 64 inmates, renovation/addition to the medical unit, renovation and additions to the court area, the lobby, PR bond, central control admini…
Is Bell County Jail Expansion open in Belton?
Bell County Jail Expansion was scheduled to finish construction in Jun 2025 according to its TDLR registration, but TDLR has not recorded a final accessibility inspection, so its opening status is not confirmed in the public record.
Where is Bell County Jail Expansion located?
Bell County Jail Expansion is located at 2405 South Loop 121, Belton, TX, 76501, in Bell County.
Who is the owner or developer of Bell County Jail Expansion?
BELL COUNTY is the property owner/developer of record for Bell County Jail Expansion, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Bell County Jail Expansion?
MRB Group is the design firm of record for Bell County Jail Expansion, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Bell County Jail Expansion cost and how big is it?
Bell County Jail Expansion has an estimated construction value of $83.0M and approximately 179,627 square feet (about $462/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Designing a Housing Tower to accommodate approx. 900 inmates, a mental health unit to accommodate 64 inmates, renovation/addition to the medical unit, renovation and additions to the court area, the lobby, PR bond, central control administration.
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.
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2405 South Loop 121, Belton, TX, 76501
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