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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Howard Lane Phase 1 in Austin, TX
7801 E Howard Lane, Austin, TX, 78653
Howard Lane Phase 1 is a new construction project at 7801 E Howard Lane, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2026. The project has an estimated value of $71.0M across about 370,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $71.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 370,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $192/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 years
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173 days after the preceding date shown.
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709 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Howard Lane Phase 1
Howard Lane Phase 1 is a new residential development located at 7801 E Howard Lane in Austin, Texas. The project encompasses a total of 370,000 square feet of construction, including a leasing office, public spaces, residential units, and both indoor and outdoor amenities. This new construction effort is owned by Slate Real Estate Partners and represents a significant investment in the East Austin housing market.
The estimated cost for this development is $71,000,000, which calculates to $192 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $125 per square foot for similar new construction filings in Travis County. The scheduled build window is 709 days, a period longer than the county median of 304 days for projects of this type. These metrics place the project in the upper range of recent Travis County construction filings regarding both cost and duration.
Construction Timeline and Status
Registration with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) occurred in July 2024. Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2025. The filing indicates that plan review is pending, and the project is targeted for December 2026. The TDLR status is listed as Project Registered. This timeline aligns with the broader context of large-scale residential developments in the region, where extended review and build periods are common for projects of this magnitude.
Slate Real Estate Partners has five other TDLR-registered projects totaling $187,500,000, including Mercury Hall, 5900 Cameron Road Apartments, Slate Airport Boulevard, Slate Oak Hill, and Slate Heights. These projects are located in Austin and Houston, with varying statuses such as review complete or project closed. The presence of multiple registered projects under the same owner suggests an active development pipeline in the Texas market.
Third-party sources provide additional context on the scale of the development. A City of Austin document referenced the approval of the final plat for Howard Lane Phase 1, consisting of 135 lots on 53.31 acres. Local business coverage has also noted the project’s delivery timeline, aligning with the December 2026 completion target. These external references corroborate the size and scope described in the TDLR filing, offering a broader view of the project’s impact on the local housing landscape.
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Howard Lane Phase 1 is a New Construction project located at 7801 E Howard Lane, Austin, TX 78653 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $71.0M covering 370,000 sq ft. Slate Real Estate Partners is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on July 24, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current construction status of Howard Lane Phase 1?
The project is registered with TDLR, with plan review pending. Construction is scheduled to start in January 2025, and completion is targeted for December 2026.
Who is the developer of Howard Lane Phase 1?
Slate Real Estate Partners is the owner and developer of record for this project. They have five other registered projects in Texas totaling $187,500,000.
What is the estimated cost per square foot?
The estimated cost is $192 per square foot. This is above the Travis County median of $125 per square foot for new construction filings.
Is the building open for occupancy?
No, the project is under construction. The filing indicates it is targeted for December 2026 completion, and plan review is still pending.
Where is the specific address of the project?
The project is located at 7801 E Howard Lane, Austin, TX 78653, in Travis County.
What is Howard Lane Phase 1?
Howard Lane Phase 1 is a new construction project at 7801 E Howard Lane in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Leasing Office only Public Space Residential Units and Indoor and Outdoor Amenities
Is Howard Lane Phase 1 open in Austin?
Howard Lane Phase 1 is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Howard Lane Phase 1 located?
Howard Lane Phase 1 is located at 7801 E Howard Lane, Austin, TX, 78653, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Howard Lane Phase 1?
Slate Real Estate Partners is the property owner/developer of record for Howard Lane Phase 1, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Howard Lane Phase 1 cost and how big is it?
Howard Lane Phase 1 has an estimated construction value of $71.0M and approximately 370,000 square feet (about $192/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Leasing Office only Public Space Residential Units and Indoor and Outdoor Amenities
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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7801 E Howard Lane, Austin, TX, 78653
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