Llano Christian Academy

Llano Christian Academy is executing a $650,000 renovation and expansion project at its campus on 700 E Young St and 507 E Green St in Llano. The filing describes minor alterations to an existing 11,770 sq ft building and the addition of a new 2,730 sq ft classroom structure, totaling approximately 14,500 sq ft of work. This construction is classified as Type IIB with an education classification, indicating a focus on educational facilities within the Llano County jurisdiction.

9YARDS, Inc. serves as the design firm of record for this project, which is privately funded on private land for private use. Lawrence Pikas is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. The project was registered with TDLR in May 2025, with construction scheduled to begin in August 2025 and complete in August 2026. The estimated cost of $650,000 places the project above the median estimated cost of $209,225 for similar renovation and alteration filings in Llano County over the last 24 months.

Project Scope and Context

The scope involves both the modification of existing structures and the construction of a new classroom wing. The new addition is specifically designated for educational use, aligning with the institution's mission. The total square footage of 14,500 sq ft is significantly larger than the median size of 3,044 sq ft for comparable projects in the county. However, the cost per square foot of $45 is below the county median of $113 per sq ft for this type of work. The scheduled build window of 365 days is longer than the county median of 134 days for similar filings.

TDLR completed plan review in April 2026, confirming that the design documents met regulatory requirements. Although the scheduled completion date of August 2026 has passed, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection. This means the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record, and the project's operational status remains unverified by the state. The owner, Llano Christian Academy, has one other TDLR-registered project in the area, the Llano Christian Academy New Campus, which is closed and valued at $175,000.

The surrounding area includes various local businesses such as Hills of Texas Taxidermy and NAPA Auto Parts. Census estimates for ZIP code 78643 indicate a population of about 6,837 residents and a median household income of $63,500. The housing stock is predominantly owner-occupied, with a median home value of $308,800. This project contributes to the local infrastructure by expanding educational capacity in a community with a stable housing market and moderate income levels.