Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Zales in Austin, TX
2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX, 78746
Zales is a renovation/alteration project at 2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Feb 2026). The project has an estimated value of $500K across about 1,439 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $500K
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 1,439 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $347/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 6 days
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Project timeline
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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.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordScheduled construction start · Scheduled date
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66 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
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6 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
40 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordProject closed · TDLR filing
The project record was closed in TDLR.
83 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About Zales
Zales completed a $500,000 renovation at Barton Creek Square in Austin, Texas, finishing a 1,439 sq ft project that included new wall cabinets, flooring, lighting, and an entry floor fixture. The work was classified as a minor renovation, with all storefront, signage, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection equipment remaining in place. No changes were made to egress routes during the construction process.
The project was privately funded on private land for private use, with Simon Property Group Texas L P listed as the owner of record. GreenbergFarrow served as the design firm, while David C Deming acted as the registered accessibility specialist. The TDLR registration was filed in August 2025, and plan review was completed in the same month. Construction began in October 2025, with the scheduled completion date also listed as October 2025.
Final inspection passed in December 2025. TDLR closed the project file in February 2026, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. The project status is now listed as closed. This timeline indicates a brief construction window of six days between the start and scheduled completion dates.
Project Context
This renovation cost $347 per square foot, a figure above the Travis County median of $103 for similar renovation and alteration filings. The estimated cost of $500,000 is also above the county median of $299,000 for this type of work. Simon Property Group Texas L P has four other TDLR-registered projects totaling $7,850,000, including other locations at Barton Creek Square and The Domain in Austin.
GreenbergFarrow, the design firm, has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $5,735,000, spanning locations in Houston, Texarkana, Weslaco, and Montgomery. City of Austin permit records show at least 25 permits on file at this street address, with the 25 most recent issued between October 2025 and July 2026. These permits include building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical categories, reflecting ongoing activity at the Barton Creek Square location.
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Zales is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $500K covering 1,439 sq ft. SIMON PROPERTY GROUP TEXAS L P is the property owner and GreenbergFarrow is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 14, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What work was done to the Zales store?
The renovation included new wall cabinets, a new entry floor fixture, new flooring, and new lighting. Storefront, signage, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection equipment remained unchanged, and there were no changes to egress.
Who is the owner of the project?
Simon Property Group Texas L P is the owner/developer of record for this TDLR-registered project at Barton Creek Square in Austin.
What is the current status of the TDLR file?
TDLR closed the project file in February 2026. The final inspection passed in December 2025, and the project is marked as closed.
How much did the renovation cost?
The estimated cost for the 1,439 sq ft renovation was $500,000, which calculates to $347 per square foot.
Who designed the renovation?
GreenbergFarrow is the design firm of record for this project, with David C Deming serving as the registered accessibility specialist.
What is Zales?
Zales is a renovation/alteration project at 2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Minor renovation work - new wall cabinets, new entry floor fixture, new flooring, new lighting. All storefront, signage, mechanical, plumbing and fire protection equipment to remain. No changes to egress.
Is Zales open in Austin?
Construction on Zales is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Feb 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Zales located?
Zales is located at 2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX, 78746, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Zales?
SIMON PROPERTY GROUP TEXAS L P is the property owner/developer of record for Zales, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Zales?
GreenbergFarrow is the design firm of record for Zales, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Zales cost and how big is it?
Zales has an estimated construction value of $500K and approximately 1,439 square feet (about $347/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Minor renovation work - new wall cabinets, new entry floor fixture, new flooring, new lighting. All storefront, signage, mechanical, plumbing and fire protection equipment to remain. No changes to egress.
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.
Location & views
2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX, 78746
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