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Baylor University Press Building Renovations in Waco, TX

1920 S. 4th Street, Waco, TX, 76706

Construction complete · Jan 2026Inspection Complete

Baylor University Press Building Renovations is a renovation/alteration project at 1920 S. 4th Street, Waco, in McLennan County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jan 2026). The project has an estimated value of $100K across about 718 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$100K
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Reported floor area
718 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$139/sqft
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Scheduled duration
2 months
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Jun 9, 2025232 days across supplied datesJan 27, 2026

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  1. Project registered · TDLR filing

    Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

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  2. Review complete · TDLR filing

    The filing records completion of the accessibility review.

    Same day as the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled construction start · Scheduled date

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    16 days after the preceding date shown.

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  4. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    57 days after the preceding date shown.

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  5. Inspection complete · TDLR filing

    The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.

    159 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About Baylor University Press Building Renovations

The Baylor University Press Building at 1920 S. 4th Street in Waco, Texas, has completed its renovation work. The project, filed as the Baylor University Press Building Renovations, passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in January 2026, confirming the construction phase is finished.

The renovation covered 718 square feet of the existing structure. With an estimated cost of $100,000, the project works out to $139 per square foot. This cost per square foot is above the McLennan County median of $96 per square foot for similar renovation and alteration filings. However, the total estimated cost is below the county median of $275,660, placing it in the bottom quarter of registered projects in the area.

Baylor University is the owner of record for this project. The design firm listed in the filing is Goodwin-Lasiter-Strong. Melisa R Chapman served as the registered accessibility specialist. The project was registered with TDLR in June 2025, and plan review was completed in the same month. Construction was scheduled to start in June 2025, with a planned completion date of August 2025. The actual final inspection occurred later, in January 2026.

The project involves public funds or public land, as noted in the filing. This renovation is one of several projects associated with Baylor University, which has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $10,600,267. Goodwin-Lasiter-Strong has also been the design firm for six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $54,300,000, including work in Crockett and Bryan.

In the surrounding ZIP code 76706, the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2023 five-year estimates show a population of about 40,668. The median household income is $42,277, and the median owner-occupied home value is $180,600. The housing stock in this area is mostly renter-occupied. Third-party project listings on ConstructConnect identified the Baylor University Press Building Renovations with a bid date of July 23, 2025, alongside other Waco-based construction activities.

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Baylor University Press Building Renovations is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1920 S. 4th Street, Waco, TX 76706 in Waco, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $100K covering 718 sq ft. Baylor University is the property owner and Goodwin-Lasiter-Strong is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on June 9, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Baylor University Press Building renovation complete?

Yes, the project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in January 2026. The TDLR status is listed as Inspection Complete, indicating the construction phase has ended.

Where is the Baylor University Press Building located?

The building is located at 1920 S. 4th Street in Waco, Texas.

Who is the owner and design firm for this project?

Baylor University is the owner of record. Goodwin-Lasiter-Strong is the design firm listed in the TDLR filing for the renovation work.

How much did the renovation cost?

The estimated cost for the 718-square-foot renovation was $100,000. This figure is below the McLennan County median for similar renovation projects.

When was the project registered with TDLR?

The project was registered with TDLR in June 2025. Plan review was also completed in June 2025.

What is Baylor University Press Building Renovations?

Baylor University Press Building Renovations is a renovation/alteration project at 1920 S. 4th Street in Waco, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovation to existing Press Building.

Is Baylor University Press Building Renovations open in Waco?

Construction on Baylor University Press Building Renovations is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jan 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.

Where is Baylor University Press Building Renovations located?

Baylor University Press Building Renovations is located at 1920 S. 4th Street, Waco, TX, 76706, in McLennan County.

Who is the owner or developer of Baylor University Press Building Renovations?

Baylor University is the property owner/developer of record for Baylor University Press Building Renovations, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for Baylor University Press Building Renovations?

Goodwin-Lasiter-Strong is the design firm of record for Baylor University Press Building Renovations, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does Baylor University Press Building Renovations cost and how big is it?

Baylor University Press Building Renovations has an estimated construction value of $100K and approximately 718 square feet (about $139/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

Renovation to existing Press 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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1920 S. 4th Street, Waco, TX, 76706

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