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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Project Plaid in Abilene, TX
615 FM 2404, Abilene, TX, 79601
Project Plaid is a new construction project at 615 FM 2404, Abilene, in Taylor County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Sep 2026). The project has an estimated value of $384.0M across about 485,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $384.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 485,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $792/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
Same day as the preceding date shown.
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12 days after the preceding date shown.
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365 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
126 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About Project Plaid
Project Plaid is a completed data center and office tenant improvement located at 615 FM 2404 in Abilene, Texas. The project involves the build-out of a 485,000 square foot shell building into a functional data hall and office space. The total estimated cost for this new construction is $384,000,000, reflecting a cost of $792 per square foot.
The owner of record is Data Center 3-8 Hold Co, LLC. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in May 2025. Plan review was completed in the same month, and construction began immediately after.
The local area includes other significant construction projects, such as Campus Core Tenant Improvements and Building 10 Core and Shell work. Nearby businesses include Quikrete and Oracle delivery services. The project is privately funded and located on private land for private use.
Status and Inspection
The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in September 2026. This confirms that the construction phase is complete. The scheduled build window was 365 days, which is longer than the 245-day median for similar new construction filings in Taylor County. The estimated cost is above the county median for this type of work.
Local Context
Abilene, in Taylor County, has a population of approximately 26,917 according to U.S. Census estimates for ZIP code 79601. The median household income is $54,515, and the median owner-occupied home value is $182,900. The housing market in this area is an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied units. The Taylor County unemployment rate was 4 percent in June 2026, which is higher than a year earlier.
Inspection Complete
Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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Project Plaid is a New Construction project located at 615 FM 2404, Abilene, TX 79601 in Abilene, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $384.0M covering 485,000 sq ft. Data Center 3-8 Hold Co, LLC is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on May 14, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Project Plaid finished?
Yes, the project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in September 2026. This indicates that the construction work is complete.
Who owns Project Plaid?
The owner of record is Data Center 3-8 Hold Co, LLC. This entity has several other large-scale projects in the Abilene area.
How big is the building?
The project covers 485,000 square feet. This includes the data hall and office tenant improvement within the existing shell structure.
What is the estimated cost?
The estimated cost for the new construction is $384,000,000. This equates to $792 per square foot.
Where is the project located?
The address is 615 FM 2404, Abilene, TX 79601. It is located in Taylor County, outside the FEMA floodplain.
What is Project Plaid?
Project Plaid is a new construction project at 615 FM 2404 in Abilene, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: This proposed work is to build-out an office and data hall Tenant Improvement into an existing 484,960 SF shell building.
Is Project Plaid open in Abilene?
Construction on Project Plaid is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Sep 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Project Plaid located?
Project Plaid is located at 615 FM 2404, Abilene, TX, 79601, in Taylor County.
Who is the owner or developer of Project Plaid?
Data Center 3-8 Hold Co, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Project Plaid, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Project Plaid cost and how big is it?
Project Plaid has an estimated construction value of $384.0M and approximately 485,000 square feet (about $792/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
This proposed work is to build-out an office and data hall Tenant Improvement into an existing 484,960 SF shell building.
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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615 FM 2404, Abilene, TX, 79601
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