Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Rip Griffin Center Expansion
5502 26th Street, Lubbock, TX, 79407
Rip Griffin Center Expansion is a additions to existing building project at 5502 26th Street, Lubbock, in Lubbock County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jul 2025). The project has an estimated value of $6.5M across about 23,580 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $6.5M
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 23,580 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $276/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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37 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
364 days after the preceding date shown.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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📰About Rip Griffin Center Expansion
The Rip Griffin Center Expansion at Lubbock Christian University is complete. Located at 5502 26th Street in the Bowie neighborhood of Lubbock, this addition to an existing building measures 23,580 sq ft. The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in July 2025, confirming that construction is finished.
Project Scope and Cost
Filed under the name Rip Griffin Center Expansion, this work involved a significant structural addition alongside associated site work. The estimated cost was $6,500,000, which calculates to $276 per square foot. Lubbock Christian University serves as the owner of record, while MWM Architects was the design firm of record. Landy Perkins is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
This construction effort was privately funded on private land for private use. The registered build window spanned from August 2024 to July 2025, a total duration of 364 days. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in June 2024.
Local Construction Context
Compared to other additions to existing buildings in Lubbock County, this project is larger and more expensive than the typical filing. The median estimated cost for similar projects in the county is $650,000, with a median size of 4,100 sq ft. The Rip Griffin Center Expansion’s cost is above the county median for its type, placing it in the top quarter of filings. Its $276 per square foot is also above the county median of $152.
Lubbock Christian University has five other TDLR-registered projects totaling $33,175,000, including the $15,500,000 Student Housing project and the $13,000,000 Hays Field project. MWM Architects has six other registered projects totaling $25,500,000, including work on Scharbauer Elementary School in Midland. Local coverage, such as posts from lcuchaps.com, describes the Rip Griffin Center as a venue for Lady Chaps volleyball games and other university events.
The surrounding area includes businesses such as Arby's, Dollar General, and the United States Postal Service. According to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP 79407, the population is about 22,467, with a median household income of $64,778. The median owner-occupied home value is $200,700. Lubbock County unemployment was 4.3 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier.
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Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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Rip Griffin Center Expansion is a Additions to Existing Building project located at 5502 26th Street, Lubbock, TX 79407 in Lubbock, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $6.5M covering 23,580 sq ft. Lubbock Christian University is the property owner and MWM Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on June 25, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rip Griffin Center expansion complete?
Yes, construction is complete. The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in July 2025.
Where is the Rip Griffin Center expansion located?
It is located at 5502 26th Street, Lubbock, TX 79407, in the Bowie neighborhood.
Is the Rip Griffin Center open for business?
The TDLR record confirms construction is complete, but it does not specify operational status or opening hours.
What is Rip Griffin Center Expansion?
Rip Griffin Center Expansion is a additions to existing building project at 5502 26th Street in Lubbock, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: 23,580sf building addition and associated site work.
Is Rip Griffin Center Expansion open in Lubbock?
Construction on Rip Griffin Center Expansion is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jul 2025. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Rip Griffin Center Expansion located?
Rip Griffin Center Expansion is located at 5502 26th Street, Lubbock, TX, 79407, in Lubbock County.
Who is the owner or developer of Rip Griffin Center Expansion?
Lubbock Christian University is the property owner/developer of record for Rip Griffin Center Expansion, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Rip Griffin Center Expansion?
MWM Architects is the design firm of record for Rip Griffin Center Expansion, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Rip Griffin Center Expansion cost and how big is it?
Rip Griffin Center Expansion has an estimated construction value of $6.5M and approximately 23,580 square feet (about $276/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
23,580sf building addition and associated site work.
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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5502 26th Street, Lubbock, TX, 79407
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