Dell PS3B OCS-P in Austin, TX

Dell Technologies is executing a $19,073,000 renovation at 791 E Parmer Ln in Austin, specifically targeting the building identified as PS2 in the public record. The filing lists the project name as Dell PS3B OCS-P, indicating a significant infrastructure upgrade within the Tech Ridge Center area of Travis County. The scope covers 12,564 sq ft of interior and exterior work, with an estimated cost of $1,518 per square foot.

The primary objective is a comprehensive MEP systems upgrade to support high-density computing needs. This includes installing new server racks and hot aisle containment to manage thermal loads. A key component of the exterior scope involves constructing a new MEP Equipment Yard in the adjacent parking lot. Internally, the project converts a portion of the existing mezzanine level into dedicated mechanical equipment space, optimizing the building's vertical capacity for utility infrastructure.

Project Context and Comparisons

This renovation stands out against local construction benchmarks. Among 15,088 registered renovation and alteration filings in Travis County, this project’s cost sits in the top quarter, well above the median estimated cost of $300,000. The scheduled build window of 482 days is significantly longer than the county median of 98 days, reflecting the complex nature of the mechanical and electrical systems being installed. The per-square-foot cost of $1,518 also exceeds the county median of $103, consistent with specialized data center infrastructure work rather than standard commercial fit-outs.

Cushing Terrell serves as the design firm of record, a practice that has been involved in six other TDLR-registered projects totaling over $32 million. Dell Technologies has six other registered projects in the region, including facilities in Round Rock and Austin. The site is located in a commercial hub that includes other registered projects such as PS3 and the Shops at Tech Ridge. The area is characterized by a mix of corporate and retail tenants, with nearby businesses including Little Woodrow's Tech Ridge and Walgreens.

TDLR completed plan review in December 2024, and construction was scheduled to begin in February 2025 with a target completion date of May 2026. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The project is privately funded on private land for private use, and the registered accessibility specialist of record is Mark S Robinson.