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Performing Arts Center in Schulenburg, TX
521 Shorthorn Drive, Schulenburg, TX, 78956
Performing Arts Center is a new construction project at 521 Shorthorn Drive, Schulenburg, in Fayette County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Nov 2026. The project has an estimated value of $11.8M across about 25,585 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $11.8M
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- Reported floor area
- 25,585 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $461/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 years
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44 days after the preceding date shown.
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730 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Performing Arts Center
The Schulenburg Performing Arts Center is a new 25,585 sq ft facility under construction at 521 Shorthorn Drive in Schulenburg, Texas. This project involves the construction of a new auditorium, stage, classrooms, band hall, locker rooms, restrooms, and weight room for the Schulenburg Independent School District. The estimated cost is $11,800,000, which works out to $461 per square foot.
TDLR plan review was completed in October 2024, and construction started in November 2024. The project is scheduled to finish in November 2026. This two-year build window is longer than the county median of 258 days for similar new construction filings in Fayette County. The project is registered with TDLR as a new construction project involving public funds.
Project Scope and Design
Architects Rabe + Partners, PLLC is the design firm of record for this building. The scope includes specific educational and performance spaces, such as a dedicated band hall and a weight room, alongside standard classroom and restroom facilities. Richard Todd Lozano is the registered accessibility specialist listed on the filing.
The estimated cost of $11,800,000 is above the county median for new construction projects in Fayette County. The median estimated cost for comparable filings in the area is $500,000, with a median size of 9,495 sq ft. This project’s $461 per square foot cost is also above the county median of $203 per square foot. The Schulenburg Independent School District has one other TDLR-registered project totaling $6,800,000, which is closed.
Local Context
Schulenburg is located in Fayette County. According to U.S. Census American Community Survey 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP code 78956, the population is about 5,494. The median household income in this area is $67,022, and the median owner-occupied home value is $231,200. Housing in the area is predominantly owner-occupied, with 2,723 housing units recorded. The Fayette County unemployment rate was 4.4 percent in July 2026, which is higher than a year earlier.
The project status is Review Complete with TDLR. Construction began in November 2024 and is scheduled to finish in November 2026. The building will serve the Schulenburg Independent School District community. No web mentions were provided for this specific project description.
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Performing Arts Center is a New Construction project located at 521 Shorthorn Drive, Schulenburg, TX 78956 in Schulenburg, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $11.8M covering 25,585 sq ft. Schulenburg Independent School District is the property owner and Architects Rabe + Partners, PLLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 17, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Schulenburg Performing Arts Center scheduled to finish?
The project is scheduled to finish in November 2026, with construction starting in November 2024.
What is the estimated cost of the new building?
The estimated cost is $11,800,000, which is $461 per square foot for the 25,585 sq ft structure.
Who is the design firm for the project?
Architects Rabe + Partners, PLLC is the design firm of record for the Schulenburg Performing Arts Center.
Is the building open to the public?
The TDLR record indicates construction is ongoing and scheduled to finish in November 2026. The project is not yet complete.
What rooms are included in the new facility?
The building includes a new auditorium, stage, classrooms, band hall, locker rooms, restrooms, and weight room.
What is Performing Arts Center?
Performing Arts Center is a new construction project at 521 Shorthorn Drive in Schulenburg, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: This building includes new auditorium, stage, classrooms, band hall, locker rooms, restrooms, and weight room.
Is Performing Arts Center open in Schulenburg?
Performing Arts Center is still under construction in Schulenburg, TX, with an estimated completion of Nov 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Performing Arts Center located?
Performing Arts Center is located at 521 Shorthorn Drive, Schulenburg, TX, 78956, in Fayette County.
Who is the owner or developer of Performing Arts Center?
Schulenburg Independent School District is the property owner/developer of record for Performing Arts Center, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Performing Arts Center?
Architects Rabe + Partners, PLLC is the design firm of record for Performing Arts Center, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Performing Arts Center cost and how big is it?
Performing Arts Center has an estimated construction value of $11.8M and approximately 25,585 square feet (about $461/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
This building includes new auditorium, stage, classrooms, band hall, locker rooms, restrooms, and weight room.
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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521 Shorthorn Drive, Schulenburg, TX, 78956
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