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GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement in Garland, TX
3131 Mars Dr, Garland, TX, 75044
GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement is a renovation/alteration project at 3131 Mars Dr, Garland, in Dallas County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Feb 2026). The project has an estimated value of $461K across about 5,560 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $461K
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- Reported floor area
- 5,560 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $83/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
Same day as the preceding date shown.
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180 days after the preceding date shown.
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213 days after the preceding date shown.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
44 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement
The playground replacement project at GISD Lister Elementary School in Garland is complete. The renovation, filed under the name GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement, passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in February 2026. The work involved a 5,560 sq ft area on 3131 Mars Dr, with an estimated cost of $460,623. This project is registered with TDLR as a Renovation/Alteration in Dallas County.
Scope and Design
BRW Architects served as the design firm of record for this project. The scope included replacing playground equipment and the surface, installing a new shade canopy, and performing civil improvements such as drainage and sidewalk repairs. Marcela Abadi Rhoads was the registered accessibility specialist. The project involved public funds and public land. The estimated cost per square foot was $83, which is close to the county median of $73 for similar renovation and alteration filings.
The scheduled build window was 213 days, which is longer than the county median of 92 days for this type of work. The estimated total cost of $460,623 is above the county median of $250,000 for renovation and alteration projects in Dallas County. The project was registered in December 2024, with plan review completed in the same month. Construction began in June 2025, and the filing indicated a completion date of December 2025.
Owner and Context
Garland Independent School District is the owner of record. The district has six other TDLR-registered projects in the area, totaling $2,906,213, including renovations at Weaver, Abbett, Cooper, Northlake, and Hickman Elementary Schools. BRW Architects has been involved in six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $39,882,150, including work in McAllen and Killeen. The project is located in ZIP code 75044, which has a population of about 46,847 and a median household income of $89,631 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 estimates.
The Dallas County unemployment rate in August 2026 was 3 percent, lower than a year earlier. The project’s completion marks the end of the construction phase for this specific accessibility renovation. The final TDLR accessibility inspection in February 2026 confirms that the work meets the required standards. The project is part of a broader effort by the district to update facilities in Garland.
Inspection Complete
Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 3131 Mars Dr, Garland, TX 75044 in Garland, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $461K covering 5,560 sq ft. Garland Independent School Distric is the property owner and BRW Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on December 3, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the project complete?
Yes, the project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in February 2026, indicating construction is complete.
What was the estimated cost?
The estimated cost for the GISD Lister Elementary School playground replacement was $460,623.
Who designed the project?
BRW Architects was the design firm of record for the renovation and alteration project.
What work was included?
The scope included replacing playground equipment, surface, and a new shade canopy, plus drainage and sidewalk repairs.
Is it open?
The TDLR record confirms construction completion and accessibility inspection, but does not state business opening status.
What is GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement?
GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement is a renovation/alteration project at 3131 Mars Dr in Garland, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Replace playground equipment, surface, and include a new shade canopy. Civil improvements like drainage and sidewalk repairs 5560 sq.ft.
Is GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement open in Garland?
Construction on GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Feb 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement located?
GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement is located at 3131 Mars Dr, Garland, TX, 75044, in Dallas County.
Who is the owner or developer of GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement?
Garland Independent School Distric is the property owner/developer of record for GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement?
BRW Architects is the design firm of record for GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement cost and how big is it?
GISD Lister ES Playground Replacement has an estimated construction value of $461K and approximately 5,560 square feet (about $83/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Replace playground equipment, surface, and include a new shade canopy. Civil improvements like drainage and sidewalk repairs 5560 sq.ft.
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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3131 Mars Dr, Garland, TX, 75044
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