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UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit in Galveston, TX
120 11th Street, Galveston, TX, 77555
UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit is a renovation/alteration project at 120 11th Street, Galveston, in Galveston County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Sep 2026). The project has an estimated value of $999K across about 2,700 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $999K
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- Reported floor area
- 2,700 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $370/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 11 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
Same day as the preceding date shown.
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203 days after the preceding date shown.
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343 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
434 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordProject closed · TDLR filing
The project record was closed in TDLR.
131 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit
The Mary Moody Northern Pavillion-Level 5 project at 120 11th Street in Galveston, TX, is a completed renovation of a 2,700-square-foot BSL-3 laboratory suite. Filed under the name UTMB G20 Grant Submission: Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit, this work involved upgrading critical biosafety infrastructure within the existing facility. The project has fully concluded its regulatory lifecycle, with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) closed the project file in September 2026.
Scope and Technical Details
The renovation focused on enhancing safety and operational capacity for high-containment research. The scope included the addition of two gowning anterooms to improve personnel safety protocols. Additionally, the project provided rough-in and warm shell preparations for a future autoclave installation adjacent to the existing unit. The work also involved the addition of canopy hoods to the existing autoclave system to manage exhaust and maintain laboratory air quality standards.
UTMB served as the owner of record for this project, which utilized public funds. The design firm of record was Perkins&Will, a firm with a significant portfolio of healthcare and research facilities across Texas. Kathy S Rodriguez was the registered accessibility specialist responsible for ensuring the project met state requirements during its review and construction phases.
Timeline and Cost
The project was registered with TDLR in August 2023, with plan review completed in the same month. Construction began in March 2024. The estimated cost for this renovation was $999,000, which equates to approximately $370 per square foot. This figure is above the county median for similar renovation filings in Galveston County. The scheduled build window was 343 days, which is longer than the county median of 120 days for comparable projects.
The final inspection was passed in May 2026, confirming the completion of the physical work. This timeline aligns with the project's closure in the TDLR records. The project represents a significant investment in laboratory infrastructure, contributing to the broader research capabilities at the 120 11th Street location.
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UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 120 11th Street, Galveston, TX 77555 in Galveston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $999K covering 2,700 sq ft. UTMB is the property owner and Perkins&Will is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 25, 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specific work was done to the BSL-3 lab suite?
The renovation added two gowning anterooms, prepared rough-in and warm shell space for a future autoclave, and installed canopy hoods on the existing autoclave to improve safety and exhaust management.
Who was the design firm for this project?
Perkins&Will was the design firm of record for the Mary Moody Northern Pavillion-Level 5 renovation at 120 11th Street in Galveston.
Is the Mary Moody Northern Pavilion open for business?
The TDLR record confirms the construction project is closed and the final inspection was passed in May 2026. The record does not specify public operating hours or business status.
How much did this renovation cost per square foot?
The estimated cost was $999,000 for 2,700 square feet, resulting in a cost of approximately $370 per square foot.
When did construction start and finish?
Construction started in March 2024. The final inspection was passed in May 2026, and the TDLR project file was closed in September 2026.
What is UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit?
UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit is a renovation/alteration project at 120 11th Street in Galveston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovation of 2,700sft BSL-3 Laboratory Suite (NFPA45 Class C Industrial Occupancy) to include the addition of two gowning anterooms, rough in /warm shell for future autoclave to existing sutoclave and addition of canopy hoods to existin…
Is UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit open in Galveston?
Construction on UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Sep 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit located?
UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit is located at 120 11th Street, Galveston, TX, 77555, in Galveston County.
Who is the owner or developer of UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit?
UTMB is the property owner/developer of record for UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit?
Perkins&Will is the design firm of record for UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit cost and how big is it?
UTMB G20 Grant Submission:Existing BSL3 Lab Suite Retrofit has an estimated construction value of $999K and approximately 2,700 square feet (about $370/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovation of 2,700sft BSL-3 Laboratory Suite (NFPA45 Class C Industrial Occupancy) to include the addition of two gowning anterooms, rough in /warm shell for future autoclave to existing sutoclave and addition of canopy hoods to existing autoclave
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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120 11th Street, Galveston, TX, 77555
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