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Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation in Vinton, TX
7700 Cap Carter Road, Vinton, TX, 79821
Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 7700 Cap Carter Road, Vinton, in El Paso County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Aug 2026). The project has an estimated value of $5.0M across about 92,381 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $5.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 92,381 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $54/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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41 days after the preceding date shown.
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214 days after the preceding date shown.
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188 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation
Bill Childress Elementary School in Vinton is a 92,381 sq ft renovation project for Canutillo Independent School District. The work, filed as Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation, is complete. The building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in August 2026, confirming the construction phase has concluded.
The project is located at 7700 Cap Carter Road in El Paso County. The estimated cost for the lifecycle improvements and minor renovation was $5,000,000. This figure places the project above the median cost for similar renovation filings in the county, which is $204,600. The cost per square foot is $54, which is below the county median of $66 per square foot.
Project Scope and Design
Mijares-Mora Architects, Inc. served as the design firm of record for this project. The scope of work included lifecycle improvements and minor renovation work at the existing elementary school. The registered accessibility specialist for the project was Eckhard K Fennig. The project was registered with TDLR in May 2025, and plan review was completed in the same month.
Construction was scheduled to begin in July 2025, with a planned completion date of January 2026. The scheduled build window was 214 days, which is longer than the county median of 120 days for similar projects. The project involved public funds and public land, consistent with its status as a school district facility.
Context and Local Impact
Canutillo Independent School District has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $236,682,611. These include Canutillo High School, Canutillo Elementary School, Alderete Middle School, Canutillo Middle School, and Northwest Early College High School. The district’s investment in its educational infrastructure is significant, with this renovation contributing to the overall modernization of its facilities.
The project is part of a broader trend of construction and renovation activity in El Paso County. Other registered projects in the area include the Outlet Shops at El Paso and Canutillo Elementary School. The completion of this project marks a significant milestone for the Canutillo ISD, ensuring that Bill Childress Elementary School meets current accessibility and safety standards.
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Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 7700 Cap Carter Road, Vinton, TX 79821 in Vinton, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $5.0M covering 92,381 sq ft. Canutillo Independent School District is the property owner and Mijares-Mora Architects, Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on May 21, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bill Childress Elementary School in Vinton open?
The TDLR record indicates the construction is complete and the final inspection passed in August 2026. However, the record does not confirm if the school has reopened for students.
Who is the owner of Bill Childress Elementary School?
The owner of record is Canutillo Independent School District. The project is located in Vinton, Texas.
What is the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost for the Bill Childress Elementary School renovation is $5,000,000. This is above the median cost for similar projects in El Paso County.
Who designed the Bill Childress Elementary School renovation?
Mijares-Mora Architects, Inc. is the design firm of record for this project. The registered accessibility specialist was Eckhard K Fennig.
When did the construction of the renovation complete?
The building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in August 2026. The scheduled completion date was January 2026.
What is Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation?
Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 7700 Cap Carter Road in Vinton, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Lifecycle improvements and minor renovation work at an existing elementary school for Canutillo ISD.
Is Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation open in Vinton?
Construction on Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Aug 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation located?
Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation is located at 7700 Cap Carter Road, Vinton, TX, 79821, in El Paso County.
Who is the owner or developer of Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation?
Canutillo Independent School District is the property owner/developer of record for Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation?
Mijares-Mora Architects, Inc. is the design firm of record for Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation cost and how big is it?
Bill Childress Elementary School - Renovation has an estimated construction value of $5.0M and approximately 92,381 square feet (about $54/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Lifecycle improvements and minor renovation work at an existing elementary school for Canutillo ISD.
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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7700 Cap Carter Road, Vinton, TX, 79821
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