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MRI Equip Replacement in Brownsville, TX
1040 W. Jefferson Street , Brownsville, Texas 7852, Brownsville, TX, 78520
MRI Equip Replacement is a renovation/alteration project at 1040 W. Jefferson Street , Brownsville, Texas 7852, Brownsville, in Cameron 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 $1.1M across about 1,023 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.1M
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- Reported floor area
- 1,023 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $1.08K/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
Same day as the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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38 days after the preceding date shown.
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92 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
178 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About MRI Equip Replacement
Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville has completed a targeted renovation to upgrade its MRI capabilities. The project, filed under the name MRI Equip Replacement, passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in August 2026, confirming that the construction work is finished. The improvements focused on the medical equipment and the surrounding infrastructure required to support it.
The scope of work involved upgrading the MRI equipment, refreshing interior finishes, and modifying the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems to accommodate the new technology. The project covered 1,023 sq ft of space within the facility. The estimated cost for these upgrades was $1,100,000, which calculates to $1075 per sq ft. This cost per square foot is significantly above the Cameron County median of $75 for similar renovation and alteration filings.
Project Details and Oversight
VHS Brownsville Hospital Company LLC is the owner of record for this facility. SBL Architecture Inc. served as the design firm, overseeing the technical aspects of the MEP modifications and finish updates. Felipe Guerrero was the registered accessibility specialist ensuring the project met state standards. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in October 2025, with plan review completed in the same month.
Construction was scheduled to begin in November 2025, with a planned completion date of February 2026. The actual final inspection took place in August 2026. This build window of 92 days is close to the Cameron County median of 121 days for similar projects. The facility is located at 1040 W. Jefferson Street in the Mitte Cultural District of Brownsville, within Cameron County.
The project is privately funded and situated on private land for private use. While the TDLR record confirms the completion of the accessibility and construction phases, it does not indicate the operational status of the medical services. The surrounding area includes other medical and commercial establishments, such as Valley Baptist Medical Center Radiology and local supermarkets, serving the community in ZIP code 78520.
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MRI Equip Replacement is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1040 W. Jefferson Street , Brownsville, Texas 7852, Brownsville, TX 78520 in Brownsville, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.1M covering 1,023 sq ft. VHS Brownsville Hospital Company LLC is the property owner and SBL Architecture Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 8, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MRI equipment installation complete?
Yes. The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in August 2026. The scope included upgrading the MRI equipment and modifying MEP systems, and the construction is marked as complete in the TDLR records.
Who was the design firm for this renovation?
SBL Architecture Inc. was the design firm of record. They handled the architectural and technical planning for the MRI equipment upgrades and the associated MEP system modifications.
How much did this project cost?
The estimated cost was $1,100,000. This figure covers the 1,023 sq ft renovation scope, including equipment upgrades and finish refreshes, resulting in a cost of $1075 per sq ft.
When was the project registered with TDLR?
The project was registered with TDLR in October 2025. Plan review was also completed in October 2025, preceding the construction start date of November 2025.
Is Valley Baptist Medical Center open?
The TDLR record only confirms that the construction and accessibility inspection are complete. It does not provide information regarding the operational status or opening hours of the medical facility.
What is MRI Equip Replacement?
MRI Equip Replacement is a renovation/alteration project at 1040 W. Jefferson Street , Brownsville, Texas 7852 in Brownsville, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: The scope of this project consists of the upgrades to the MRI equipment, refreshing the finishes and modifying the MEP systems to accommodate the new equipment. 1023 SF.
Is MRI Equip Replacement open in Brownsville?
Construction on MRI Equip Replacement 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 MRI Equip Replacement located?
MRI Equip Replacement is located at 1040 W. Jefferson Street , Brownsville, Texas 7852, Brownsville, TX, 78520, in Cameron County.
Who is the owner or developer of MRI Equip Replacement?
VHS Brownsville Hospital Company LLC is the property owner/developer of record for MRI Equip Replacement, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for MRI Equip Replacement?
SBL Architecture Inc. is the design firm of record for MRI Equip Replacement, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does MRI Equip Replacement cost and how big is it?
MRI Equip Replacement has an estimated construction value of $1.1M and approximately 1,023 square feet (about $1.08K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
The scope of this project consists of the upgrades to the MRI equipment, refreshing the finishes and modifying the MEP systems to accommodate the new equipment. 1023 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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1040 W. Jefferson Street , Brownsville, Texas 7852, Brownsville, TX, 78520
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