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Marty Lab Renovation in Austin, TX
105 E 24th St., Austin, TX, 78712
Marty Lab Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 105 E 24th St., Austin, in Travis 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 $475K across about 700 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $475K
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- Reported floor area
- 700 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $679/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 4 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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33 days after the preceding date shown.
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133 days after the preceding date shown.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
227 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Marty Lab Renovation
Robert A. Welch Hall (WEL) in Austin has completed its renovation, marked by the final TDLR accessibility inspection passed in August 2026. The project, filed under the name Marty Lab Renovation, involved the interior renovation and finish out of existing lab space within the building located at 105 E 24th St. The total project area for this specific renovation is approximately 700 sq ft, focused on supporting an analytical and biochemistry lab.
The University of Texas at Austin is the owner of record for this work. BSA LifeStructures served as the design firm, overseeing architectural and MEP improvements to ensure the space met the necessary standards for laboratory operations. Steve R Zoerner is the registered accessibility specialist associated with this filing. The project was registered with TDLR in July 2025, with plan review completed in the same month.
Project Scope and Cost
The estimated cost for the renovation was $475,000. This figure translates to a cost of $679 per square foot for the 700 sq ft of work. The construction start date per the filing was August 2025, with a scheduled completion date of December 2025. The final inspection was passed in August 2026, confirming the status as Inspection Complete. The project involved public funds and is situated on public land within Travis County.
In the context of Travis County renovation filings, this project's cost is above the county median for its type. The scheduled build window of 133 days is longer than the county median of 98 days. The cost per square foot is also above the county median of $103. The University of Texas at Austin has six other TDLR-registered projects in Austin, totaling $2,168,503, including the Engineering Teaching Center and the William C. Hogg Building. BSA LifeStructures has six other registered projects in Austin, totaling $5,284,731, including the Health Transformation Building and Robert B. Rowling Hall.
Location and Area
The building is located in the University of Texas at Austin area. Nearby businesses include The University of Texas at Austin, the Texas Science & Natural History Museum, and the Texas Union. The U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP 78712 indicate a population of about 206. Other registered projects in the same area include renovations to the Physics, Math, & Astronomy Building (PMA) and The Grove. The Travis County unemployment rate was 3.9 percent in August 2026.
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Marty Lab Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 105 E 24th St., Austin, TX 78712 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $475K covering 700 sq ft. University of Texas at Austin is the property owner and BSA LifeStructures is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 9, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the renovation of Robert A. Welch Hall complete?
Yes, the project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in August 2026. The TDLR status is listed as Inspection Complete, confirming that the construction work has been finished and verified.
What is the address of the project?
The project is located at 105 E 24th St., Austin, TX 78712. It is situated within the University of Texas at Austin area in Travis County.
Who is the owner of the building?
The University of Texas at Austin is the owner of record for this project. BSA LifeStructures was the design firm of record for the renovation.
What was the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost for the renovation was $475,000. This covers the interior renovation and finish out of approximately 700 sq ft of existing lab space.
What type of work was performed?
The scope included architectural and MEP improvements to support an analytical and biochemistry lab. This involved the interior renovation and finish out of existing lab space in Welch Hall.
What is Marty Lab Renovation?
Marty Lab Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 105 E 24th St. in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Interior renovation and finish out of existing lab space in Welch Hall. Project scope includes architectural and MEP improvements to support an analytical and biochemistry lab. Total project area is ~ 700 sf.
Is Marty Lab Renovation open in Austin?
Construction on Marty Lab 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 Marty Lab Renovation located?
Marty Lab Renovation is located at 105 E 24th St., Austin, TX, 78712, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Marty Lab Renovation?
University of Texas at Austin is the property owner/developer of record for Marty Lab Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Marty Lab Renovation?
BSA LifeStructures is the design firm of record for Marty Lab Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Marty Lab Renovation cost and how big is it?
Marty Lab Renovation has an estimated construction value of $475K and approximately 700 square feet (about $679/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Interior renovation and finish out of existing lab space in Welch Hall. Project scope includes architectural and MEP improvements to support an analytical and biochemistry lab. Total project area is ~ 700 sf.
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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105 E 24th St., Austin, TX, 78712
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