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Opening ~Sep 2027๐Ÿ“Review Complete๐Ÿ—๏ธ New Construction๐Ÿ’ต This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

Abilene Zoo - Africa Phase 1

2070 Zoo Lane, Abilene, TX 79602, 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.

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๐Ÿ“ŠProject Metrics

TDLR #TABS2025023358
$20.0M
Project Value
19,578
Square Feet
$1.02K/sqft
Cost/SqFt
1y 8mo
Duration
Registered:Jul 11, 2025
Start:Feb 1, 2026
Target:Sep 30, 2027
Remaining:463 days
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Review Complete

Design review complete, construction may proceed

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.

โ“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.

๐Ÿ“‹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.

๐Ÿ“…Compliance Timeline

Project Registered
July 11, 2025
Review Complete
July 11, 2025
Construction Start
February 1, 2026
Expected Completion
September 30, 2027

๐Ÿ“…Project Timeline

Filed

Jul 11, 2025

Review Complete

Jul 11, 2025

Inspection Complete

Closed

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TDLR ID: TABS2025023358

Property Owner

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Abilene Zoological Society
Contact: Jesse Pottebaum
3 projects ยท $21.8M
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2070 Zoo Lane, Abilene, Texas 79602
(325) 676-6590

Design Firm

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Parkhill Design and Engineering Services
1404 projects ยท $6.72B
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340 Beech Street, Abilene, Texas 79601
(325) 673-8178

Registered Accessibility Specialist

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STEPHEN D,MACPHIE
RAS #307
4210 E MUNICIPAL DRIVE APT 6, LUBBOCK, TX 79403
(806) 790-9227

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