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Burnet Middle School Modernization
8421 Hathaway Dr., Austin, TX, 78757
Burnet Middle School Modernization is a new construction project at 8421 Hathaway Dr., Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Apr 2028. The project has an estimated value of $131.7M across about 242,623 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $131.7M
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- Reported floor area
- 242,623 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $543/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2y 9mo
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165 days after the preceding date shown.
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1,000 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Burnet Middle School Modernization
Burnet Middle School Modernization is a new construction project located at 8421 Hathaway Dr. in the Wooten neighborhood of Austin. The Austin Independent School District is developing a 242,623 sq ft, 4-story middle school with an estimated cost of $131,682,419. This large-scale development includes a football field, tennis courts, a 6-lane track, onsite parking, a bus drop-off loop, and a detention pond.
The project registered with TDLR in February 2025, and plan review was completed in the same month. Construction is scheduled to finish in April 2028, with work starting in August 2025. This timeline represents a scheduled build window of 1000 days, which is longer than the county median of 304 days for similar new construction filings in Travis County.
Project Scope and Cost
DLR Group serves as the design firm of record for this facility. The estimated cost of $131,682,419 works out to $543 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $125 per square foot for new construction projects in Travis County. The total estimated cost is also above the county median for its type, placing it in the top quarter of registered filings by value.
City of Austin permit records show 9 permits on file at this street address, issued between September 2025 and July 2026. These include three electrical permits, three plumbing permits, two building permits, and one mechanical permit. The declared valuations on these permits total $263,364,840. The most recent permit entries reference commercial expedited review for new construction and temporary power.
Local Context
The project is situated in a well-established residential area. U.S. Census estimates for ZIP code 78757 indicate a population of about 24,327 residents and a median household income of $104,946. The median owner-occupied home value in this area is $629,500. Nearby businesses include Austin Subaru, Baldwin Beauty Schools, and the John Gillum Branch of the Austin Public Library. Other registered projects in the immediate vicinity focus on renovation and alteration work, distinguishing this new build from surrounding improvements.
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Burnet Middle School Modernization is a New Construction project located at 8421 Hathaway Dr., Austin, TX 78757 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $131.7M covering 242,623 sq ft. Austin Independant School District is the property owner and DLR Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on February 17, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Burnet Middle School construction finish?
Construction is scheduled to finish in April 2028. Work is set to start in August 2025, following the completion of plan review in February 2025.
Who is building the new middle school?
The Austin Independent School District is the owner of record. DLR Group is the design firm of record for this 242,623 sq ft facility.
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost is $131,682,419. This equates to $543 per square foot, which is above the Travis County median for new construction.
Is the school open for enrollment?
The TDLR record tracks construction status only. It does not provide information about school operations, enrollment, or opening dates for students.
Where is the new school located?
The project is located at 8421 Hathaway Dr. in the Wooten neighborhood of Austin, Texas, in Travis County.
What is Burnet Middle School Modernization?
Burnet Middle School Modernization is a new construction project at 8421 Hathaway Dr. in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Construction of a new, 242,623 SF, 4-story middle school with football field, tennis courts, 6-lane track, onsite parking, bus drop-off loop, and detention pond.
Is Burnet Middle School Modernization open in Austin?
Burnet Middle School Modernization is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Apr 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Burnet Middle School Modernization located?
Burnet Middle School Modernization is located at 8421 Hathaway Dr., Austin, TX, 78757, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Burnet Middle School Modernization?
Austin Independant School District is the property owner/developer of record for Burnet Middle School Modernization, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Burnet Middle School Modernization?
DLR Group is the design firm of record for Burnet Middle School Modernization, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Burnet Middle School Modernization cost and how big is it?
Burnet Middle School Modernization has an estimated construction value of $131.7M and approximately 242,623 square feet (about $543/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Construction of a new, 242,623 SF, 4-story middle school with football field, tennis courts, 6-lane track, onsite parking, bus drop-off loop, and detention pond.
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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8421 Hathaway Dr., Austin, TX, 78757
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ePlan: Commercial Expedited Review - [Public Project] New Construction of AISD 4-Story Middle School with Bus drop off Parking Lot Football Field Track and Tennis Courts (244641 SF).
the installation of the onsite underground fireline piping Reference SP-2024-0418CX.
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