City of Marble Falls 2nd Street Improvements

The City of Marble Falls completed a $265,000 renovation along the South side of 2nd Street, a project that added sidewalks, crosswalks, and green space landscaping between Main Street and Avenue H. This 2,917 square foot improvement sits within the public right-of-way in Marble Falls, Texas, and was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in March 2024.

Schaumburg & Polk, Inc., served as the design firm of record for this renovation and alteration project. The scope focused specifically on enhancing pedestrian infrastructure and aesthetic elements on the south-facing side of the street. The work involved installing new sidewalks, marking crosswalks, and landscaping adjacent green spaces to improve the streetscape for both residents and visitors.

Construction began in June 2024, following the March registration. The scheduled build window was 92 days, which is close to the county median of 122 days for similar renovation filings in Burnet County. The estimated cost of $265,000 places this project near the median estimated cost of $300,000 for renovation and alteration projects in the county, with a median range of $150,000 to $750,000.

The cost per square foot for this project was $91, which is below the county median of $120 per square foot. This efficiency reflects the specific nature of the work, which prioritized surface improvements and landscaping over structural building alterations. The project utilized public funds and involved public land, consistent with municipal infrastructure upgrades in the area.

Project Status and Regional Context

The final inspection for this project passed in September 2024. TDLR closed the project file in September 2026, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. This closure confirms that all regulatory requirements for the sidewalk and landscaping improvements have been met and documented.

The City of Marble Falls has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $21,451,309, including the Thunder Rock Sportsplex and Fire Station #2. Schaumburg & Polk, Inc. has completed five other projects in the region, ranging from street improvements in Alto to market street renovations in Mabank. Marble Falls, located in Burnet County, has a population of about 19,946 and a median household income of $72,669, according to U.S. Census estimates for ZIP 78654.