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Life Science Building Renovation and Addition in Arlington, TX
501 S. Nedderman Drive, Arlington, TX, 76013
Life Science Building Renovation and Addition is a additions to existing building project at 501 S. Nedderman Drive, Arlington, in Tarrant County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Nov 2027. The project has an estimated value of $146.0M across about 284,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $146.0M
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- 284,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $514/sqft
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- 3y 2mo
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📰About Life Science Building Renovation and Addition
The University of Texas at Arlington is executing a major expansion of its Life Science Building at 501 S. Nedderman Drive in Central Arlington. This project involves additions to the existing structure, specifically creating new classrooms, restrooms, student collaboration areas, and research lab spaces with associated support facilities. The renovation work includes connecting these new additions to the current building fabric.
The scope of this construction is substantial, encompassing 284,000 square feet of new and renovated space. The estimated cost for the work is $146,000,000, resulting in a computed cost of $514 per square foot. This figure places the project above the median cost per square foot for similar additions in Tarrant County, which is $175. The estimated total cost is also in the top quarter compared to other registered additions to existing buildings in the county.
Project Status and Timeline
Construction on the site started in October 2024. The project is scheduled to finish in November 2027. This timeline represents a build window of 1,147 days, which is longer than the county median of 184 days for comparable projects. TDLR completed the plan review in October 2024, and the status is listed as Review Complete. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Ross A Thomas.
Page Southerland Page, Inc. is the design firm of record for this initiative. The university has three other TDLR-registered projects, including a $118,000,000 project in Fort Worth and a $61,300,000 academic building in Arlington. The design firm has worked on six other registered projects, mostly in Houston, with costs ranging from $250,000 to $437,664.
The site is located in ZIP code 76013, a Census-estimated area with a population of about 35,910 and a median household income of $67,333. Nearby businesses include Mission Arlington, the Central Library, and the UTA Planetarium. The project is privately funded on private land for private use, despite the university owner of record.
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Life Science Building Renovation and Addition is a Additions to Existing Building project located at 501 S. Nedderman Drive, Arlington, TX 76013 in Arlington, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $146.0M covering 284,000 sq ft. The University of Texas at Arlington is the property owner and Page Southerland Page, Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 31, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the UT Arlington Life Science Building expansion expected to be completed?
The project is scheduled to finish in November 2027. Construction began in October 2024, and TDLR completed the plan review in the same month.
How much is the new addition to the Life Science Building cost?
The estimated cost is $146,000,000 for 284,000 square feet of work. This equates to $514 per square foot, which is above the county median for similar projects.
What specific spaces are being added to the building?
The scope includes two additions featuring new classrooms, restrooms, student collaboration areas, and research lab spaces with support areas. The renovation also connects these new sections to the existing building.
Who is the design firm for this university project?
Page Southerland Page, Inc. is the design firm of record. Ross A Thomas is the registered accessibility specialist listed in the TDLR filing.
Is the new Life Science Building open to the public?
The project is under construction with a scheduled completion date in November 2027. The TDLR record indicates construction status, not operational status.
What is Life Science Building Renovation and Addition?
Life Science Building Renovation and Addition is a additions to existing building project at 501 S. Nedderman Drive in Arlington, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: 2 additions to an building with added classrooms, restrooms, student collaboration, and research lab spaces with support spaces. Renovation where new additions connect to existing
Is Life Science Building Renovation and Addition open in Arlington?
Life Science Building Renovation and Addition is still under construction in Arlington, TX, with an estimated completion of Nov 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Life Science Building Renovation and Addition located?
Life Science Building Renovation and Addition is located at 501 S. Nedderman Drive, Arlington, TX, 76013, in Tarrant County.
Who is the owner or developer of Life Science Building Renovation and Addition?
The University of Texas at Arlington is the property owner/developer of record for Life Science Building Renovation and Addition, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Life Science Building Renovation and Addition?
Page Southerland Page, Inc. is the design firm of record for Life Science Building Renovation and Addition, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Life Science Building Renovation and Addition cost and how big is it?
Life Science Building Renovation and Addition has an estimated construction value of $146.0M and approximately 284,000 square feet (about $514/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
2 additions to an building with added classrooms, restrooms, student collaboration, and research lab spaces with support spaces. Renovation where new additions connect to existing
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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501 S. Nedderman Drive, Arlington, TX, 76013
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