Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1
2070 Zoo Lane, Abilene, TX, 79602
Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1 is a new construction project at 2070 Zoo Lane, Abilene, in Taylor County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Sep 2027. The project has an estimated value of $20.0M across about 19,578 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $20.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 19,578 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $1.02K/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 8mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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205 days after the preceding date shown.
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606 days after the preceding date shown.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1 is a New Construction project located at 2070 Zoo Lane, Abilene, TX 79602 in Abilene, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $20.0M covering 19,578 sq ft. Abilene Zoological Society is the property owner and Parkhill is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 11, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1?
Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1 is a new construction project at 2070 Zoo Lane in Abilene, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New series of exhibits, holding buildings and cafe. Approximately 19578 Square Feet.
Is Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1 open in Abilene?
Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1 is still under construction in Abilene, TX, with an estimated completion of Sep 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1 located?
Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1 is located at 2070 Zoo Lane, Abilene, TX, 79602, in Taylor County.
Who is the owner or developer of Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1?
Abilene Zoological Society is the property owner/developer of record for Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1?
Parkhill is the design firm of record for Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1 cost and how big is it?
Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1 has an estimated construction value of $20.0M and approximately 19,578 square feet (about $1.02K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New series of exhibits, holding buildings and cafe. Approximately 19578 Square Feet.
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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2070 Zoo Lane, Abilene, TX, 79602
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