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CARTS Smithville Station Renovation
300 NE Loop 230, Smithville, TX, 78957
CARTS Smithville Station Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 300 NE Loop 230, Smithville, in Bastrop County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Apr 2026). The project has an estimated value of $1.0M across about 2,549 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 2,549 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $392/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 9 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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73 days after the preceding date shown.
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270 days after the preceding date shown.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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277 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About CARTS Smithville Station Renovation
The CARTS Smithville Station Renovation at 300 NE Loop 230 in Smithville, Texas, is a completed project that closed the project file in April 2026. This renovation and alteration covered 2,549 sq ft of the existing bus station, with an estimated cost of $1,000,000. The work involved both interior and exterior remodeling, finishing a scheduled build window of 270 days that began in October 2024.
Project Details and Registration
Capital Area Rural Transportation System (CARTS) is the owner of record for this facility in Bastrop County. The project was registered with TDLR in August 2024 under the name CARTS Smithville Station Renovation. Larry W Stewart served as the registered accessibility specialist for the filing. The project involved public funds or land, marking it as a significant public transportation improvement for the area.
The construction timeline extended from October 2024 through July 2025. A final inspection passed in July 2025, confirming the completion of the physical work. The TDLR status is now listed as Project Closed, indicating the accessibility review process has concluded. This specific filing is one of 41 registered in Bastrop County in the last 24 months, with a median cost for similar renovations of $300,000. This project’s cost of $1,000,000 is above the county median for its type.
Context and Area Profile
Smithville is located in Bastrop County, with a ZIP code 78957 population of about 10,282 residents. Census estimates for this area show a median household income of $62,796 and a median owner-occupied home value of $246,500. The housing stock is predominantly owner-occupied, reflecting the stable community structure surrounding the station.
CARTS has registered four other projects in the region, including stations in Elgin, Cedar Creek, Bastrop, and Austin. These projects total $6,725,000 and are all listed as closed. The Smithville renovation aligns with this broader effort to update transportation infrastructure across the Capital Area Rural Transportation System. Third-party sources, such as ridecarts.com, have noted that CARTS hired a Prime Contractor to complete the construction of the Smithville Station Renovation.
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CARTS Smithville Station Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 300 NE Loop 230, Smithville, TX 78957 in Smithville, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.0M covering 2,549 sq ft. Capital Area Rural Transportation System is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on August 14, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CARTS Smithville Station open?
The TDLR record confirms the construction project closed the project file in April 2026. This indicates the renovation work is complete, but the record does not specify business operating hours or current service status.
Who owns the Smithville bus station?
The owner of record is Capital Area Rural Transportation System, also known as CARTS. They are responsible for the renovation and alteration of the existing bus station facility.
When was the construction finished?
The final inspection passed in July 2025. The TDLR closed the project file in April 2026, marking the end of the accessibility review process for this construction.
How much did the renovation cost?
The estimated cost for the project was $1,000,000. This figure is above the county median for renovation and alteration projects in Bastrop County, which is $300,000.
Where is the Smithville station located?
The station is located at 300 NE Loop 230, Smithville, TX 78957. It is situated in Bastrop County, within a FEMA moderate-risk flood zone designated as zone X.
What is CARTS Smithville Station Renovation?
CARTS Smithville Station Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 300 NE Loop 230 in Smithville, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Interior and exterior remodel of existing bus station.
Is CARTS Smithville Station Renovation open in Smithville?
Construction on CARTS Smithville Station Renovation is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Apr 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is CARTS Smithville Station Renovation located?
CARTS Smithville Station Renovation is located at 300 NE Loop 230, Smithville, TX, 78957, in Bastrop County.
Who is the owner or developer of CARTS Smithville Station Renovation?
Capital Area Rural Transportation System is the property owner/developer of record for CARTS Smithville Station Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does CARTS Smithville Station Renovation cost and how big is it?
CARTS Smithville Station Renovation has an estimated construction value of $1.0M and approximately 2,549 square feet (about $392/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Interior and exterior remodel of existing bus station.
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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300 NE Loop 230, Smithville, TX, 78957
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Interior remodel Expand existing primary bathroom into adjacent closet close closet doorway and remove wall between bath and closet relocate vanity to current closet location with plumbing and electrical reconfiguration shower and toilet remain in existing location
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