Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation in Waco, TX
1900 S University Parks Dr, Waco, TX, 76706
Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 1900 S University Parks Dr, Waco, in McLennan 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 $4.8M across about 8,200 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $4.8M
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- Reported floor area
- 8,200 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $585/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 9 months
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10 days after the preceding date shown.
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248 days after the preceding date shown.
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97 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation
The Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation is complete. Located at 1900 S University Parks Dr in Waco, this project involved the interior renovation of athletic team facilities, specifically locker rooms and athletic medicine spaces. The work covered 8,200 sq ft of space within the existing structure.
Baylor University, the owner of record, engaged Populous as the design firm for this renovation. The project was registered with TDLR in August 2025, and plan review was completed in the same month. Construction began in August 2025, with a scheduled completion date of May 2026. The building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in August 2026, confirming the completion of the construction phase.
Project Scale and Cost
The estimated cost for this renovation was $4,800,000. This figure places the project above the median estimated cost for renovation and alteration filings in McLennan County, which is $275,000. The cost per square foot was $585, significantly higher than the county median of $96 per square foot. The scheduled build window was 258 days, which is longer than the county median of 122 days for similar projects.
Jeffery L Kelley served as the registered accessibility specialist for the project. The funding was private, and the work took place on private land for private use. The occupancy types included Business (B), Assembly (A-3), and Storage (S-1).
Context in Waco Construction
Baylor University has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $10,614,667. These include the Bear Habitat, the Nursing School in Dallas, and the Morrison Hall renovation. Populous, the design firm, has been involved in six other registered projects totaling $588,482,414, including major convention center expansions in Houston and athletic facilities in College Station and San Antonio.
Nearby registered projects in the same area include the Mayborn Museum Complex renovation and the Moody Library Garden Level renovation. The area also includes new construction projects such as student housing and parking structures. This project joins a cluster of significant development and renovation activities associated with Baylor University and the surrounding Waco community.
Inspection Complete
Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1900 S University Parks Dr, Waco, TX 76706 in Waco, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $4.8M covering 8,200 sq ft. Baylor University is the property owner and Populous is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 26, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ferrell Center renovation complete?
Yes, the project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in August 2026. The construction phase is complete, and the building is finished according to the TDLR record.
What was the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost was $4,800,000. This amount is above the median cost for similar renovation projects in McLennan County.
Who designed the Ferrell Center renovation?
Populous was the design firm of record for this project. They are also involved in other major construction projects in Texas.
What areas of the building were renovated?
The renovation included interior updates to athletic team facilities, specifically locker rooms and athletic medicine spaces, covering 8,200 sq ft.
Is the building open to the public?
The TDLR record confirms construction completion. It does not provide information on public opening dates or operating hours.
What is Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation?
Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 1900 S University Parks Dr in Waco, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Interior renovation of athletic team facilities, including locker rooms and athletic medicine spaces. Occupancy types include Business (B), Assembly (A-3) and Storage (S-1). 8200 SQFT
Is Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation open in Waco?
Construction on Baylor University Ferrell Center 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 Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation located?
Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation is located at 1900 S University Parks Dr, Waco, TX, 76706, in McLennan County.
Who is the owner or developer of Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation?
Baylor University is the property owner/developer of record for Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation?
Populous is the design firm of record for Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation cost and how big is it?
Baylor University Ferrell Center Renovation has an estimated construction value of $4.8M and approximately 8,200 square feet (about $585/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Interior renovation of athletic team facilities, including locker rooms and athletic medicine spaces. Occupancy types include Business (B), Assembly (A-3) and Storage (S-1). 8200 SQFT
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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1900 S University Parks Dr, Waco, TX, 76706
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