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Justice Center Modular Building Expansion in Hempstead, TX
400 Sheriff R. Glenn Smith Drive, Hempstead, TX, 77445
Justice Center Modular Building Expansion is a additions to existing building project at 400 Sheriff R. Glenn Smith Drive, Hempstead, in Waller County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Aug 2026). The project has an estimated value of $1.0M across about 6,480 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 6,480 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $154/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3 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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46 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
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84 days after the preceding date shown.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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572 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Justice Center Modular Building Expansion
The Justice Center Modular Building Expansion in Hempstead is a completed addition to the existing county facility at 400 Sheriff R. Glenn Smith Drive. This project involved combining nine modular units to form three distinct buildings, expanding the total footprint by 6,480 square feet. TDLR closed the project file in August 2026, confirming the end of the accessibility review process.
Scope and Construction Timeline
Waller County registered this project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in September 2024. Construction began in November 2024, with a scheduled completion date of January 2025. The scope of work included not only the modular structures but also associated covered ramps, stair access, and new parking areas to ensure site accessibility. The final inspection passed in January 2025, aligning with the originally filed timeline.
With an estimated cost of $1,000,000, the project equates to $154 per square foot. This cost per square foot is above the county median of $88 for similar additions to existing buildings. The total estimated cost is also above the median of $795,200 for Waller County projects of this type. The scheduled build window of 84 days was shorter than the county median of 213 days, reflecting a rapid deployment of modular components.
Regional Context and Ownership
Waller County is the owner of record for this project, which utilizes public funds and public land. The county has five other TDLR-registered projects, including the Waller County Courthouse and the Joe Kuciemba Annex Modular Building Expansion, both also located in Hempstead. This Justice Center expansion fits within a broader pattern of infrastructure updates in the area, alongside other registered projects such as the Central Utility Plant and Campus Visitor Center.
The project serves the Hempstead community, where the U.S. Census estimates the population at approximately 14,943. The median household income in the 77445 ZIP code is $63,650, and housing is mostly owner-occupied. The addition of 6,480 square feet of accessible space supports the county's administrative functions within this established local market. The TDLR record confirms the project is closed, with no further regulatory actions pending.
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Justice Center Modular Building Expansion is a Additions to Existing Building project located at 400 Sheriff R. Glenn Smith Drive, Hempstead, TX 77445 in Hempstead, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.0M covering 6,480 sq ft. Waller County is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on September 16, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Justice Center Modular Building Expansion complete?
Yes, the final inspection passed in January 2025. TDLR closed the project file in August 2026, marking the end of the accessibility review process for this construction.
How large is the new modular building addition?
The expansion adds 6,480 square feet to the existing facility. This space is created by combining nine modular units to form three separate buildings.
Who owns the Justice Center building in Hempstead?
Waller County is the owner and developer of record. The project involves public funds and is located on public land in Hempstead, Texas.
What was the estimated cost of this project?
The estimated cost was $1,000,000. This figure is above the median estimated cost of $795,200 for similar additions to existing buildings in Waller County.
When did construction start and finish?
Construction started in November 2024. The filing listed a completion date of January 2025, and the final inspection passed in that month.
What is Justice Center Modular Building Expansion?
Justice Center Modular Building Expansion is a additions to existing building project at 400 Sheriff R. Glenn Smith Drive in Hempstead, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Modular Building expansion to existing county building. Nine (9) modulars combined to form three (3) buildings with associated covered ramp and stair access and new parking.
Is Justice Center Modular Building Expansion open in Hempstead?
Construction on Justice Center Modular Building Expansion is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Aug 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Justice Center Modular Building Expansion located?
Justice Center Modular Building Expansion is located at 400 Sheriff R. Glenn Smith Drive, Hempstead, TX, 77445, in Waller County.
Who is the owner or developer of Justice Center Modular Building Expansion?
Waller County is the property owner/developer of record for Justice Center Modular Building Expansion, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Justice Center Modular Building Expansion cost and how big is it?
Justice Center Modular Building Expansion has an estimated construction value of $1.0M and approximately 6,480 square feet (about $154/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Modular Building expansion to existing county building. Nine (9) modulars combined to form three (3) buildings with associated covered ramp and stair access and new parking.
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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400 Sheriff R. Glenn Smith Drive, Hempstead, TX, 77445
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