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Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations in Houston, TX
7800 Airport Blvd., Houston, TX, 76108
Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations is a renovation/alteration project at 7800 Airport Blvd., Houston, in Harris 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 $150K across about 1,800 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $150K
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- Reported floor area
- 1,800 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $83/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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View source recordReview complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
Same day as the preceding date shown.
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40 days after the preceding date shown.
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61 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
196 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordProject closed · TDLR filing
The project record was closed in TDLR.
126 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations
Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations at William P. Hobby International Airport in Houston is a completed renovation project. The work involved relocating check-in counter millwork, adding under-carpet wireway, installing one wall-mounted television monitor, and applying touchup wall finishes. The project covered 1,800 sq ft with an estimated cost of $150,000.
Houston Airport System served as the owner of record for this alteration at 7800 Airport Blvd., Houston, TX 76108. Bensaer LLC was the design firm of record, and Melvyn Archer acted as the registered accessibility specialist. The project was registered with TDLR in June 2025, with plan review completed that same month.
Construction and Comparison
Construction began in July 2025 with a scheduled completion date of September 2025. The final inspection passed in April 2026, and TDLR closed the project file in August 2026. This marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. The scheduled build window of 61 days was shorter than the county median of 92 days for similar Harris County renovation filings.
The estimated cost of $150,000 is below the county median of $250,000 for renovation and alteration projects in Harris County. The cost per square foot of $83 is close to the county median of $80 per square foot. Houston Airport System has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $5,476,087, while Bensaer LLC has six other registered projects totaling $3,845,000.
William P. Hobby International Airport is located about seven miles southeast of downtown Houston, just west of the Gulf, according to houstonhobby.com. Yelp notes that it is Houston's oldest commercial airport. The project is privately funded on private land for private use. This renovation is part of a broader set of alterations in the Golfcrest, Bellfort, and Reveille area, which includes other registered renovation projects.
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Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 7800 Airport Blvd., Houston, TX 76108 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $150K covering 1,800 sq ft. Houston Airport System is the property owner and Bensaer LLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on June 21, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Southwest Airlines lounge renovation complete?
Yes, the final inspection passed in April 2026, and TDLR closed the project file in August 2026. This confirms the accessibility review process for this construction is finished.
Who owned and designed this project?
Houston Airport System was the owner of record, and Bensaer LLC was the design firm of record. Melvyn Archer was the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
What was the scope of the work?
The scope included relocating check-in counter millwork, adding under-carpet wireway, adding one wall-mounted television monitor, and touchup wall finishes within a 1,800 sq ft area.
How does this project compare to others in Harris County?
The $150,000 cost is below the county median of $250,000 for similar renovations. The 61-day build window is shorter than the county median of 92 days.
Where is the project located?
The project is at 7800 Airport Blvd., Houston, TX 76108, in the Golfcrest, Bellfort, and Reveille neighborhood of Harris County.
What is Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations?
Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations is a renovation/alteration project at 7800 Airport Blvd. in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Relocating check-in counter millwork; adding under-carpet wireway; adding one wall mounted television monitor; and touchup wall finishes.
Is Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations open in Houston?
Construction on Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations 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 Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations located?
Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations is located at 7800 Airport Blvd., Houston, TX, 76108, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations?
Houston Airport System is the property owner/developer of record for Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations?
Bensaer LLC is the design firm of record for Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations cost and how big is it?
Southwest Airlines HOU Inflight Lounge Alterations has an estimated construction value of $150K and approximately 1,800 square feet (about $83/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Relocating check-in counter millwork; adding under-carpet wireway; adding one wall mounted television monitor; and touchup wall finishes.
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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7800 Airport Blvd., Houston, TX, 76108
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