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The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A
302 E. 23rd St., Austin, TX, 78712
The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A is a new construction project at 302 E. 23rd St., Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Feb 2027. The project has an estimated value of $35.0M across about 65,340 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $35.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 65,340 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $536/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 3mo
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10 days after the preceding date shown.
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217 days after the preceding date shown.
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240 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A
The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A is a new construction project located at 302 E. 23rd St. in Austin, Texas. This initiative serves as a commemoration of the Precursor group, featuring a new water feature and landscape design intended to replace the current defunct water feature and roundabout. The site is situated within the University of Texas at Austin area in Travis County.
The project spans 65,340 square feet with an estimated cost of $35,000,000. This valuation translates to $536 per square foot, a figure that sits above the county median of $125 for similar new construction filings. The estimated cost is also in the top quarter compared to the median of $1,000,000 for new construction projects in Travis County.
MASS Design Group is the design firm of record for this development. The University of Texas at Austin is the owner and developer of record. Jesus E Lardizabal is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. The project involves public funds and is located on public land.
Construction activity began in November 2025. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) completed the plan review process in June 2026. The current status is Review Complete, and the work is scheduled to finish in February 2027. This build window of 457 days is longer than the county median of 304 days for comparable projects.
The site is located inside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone AE. The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A is one of several projects registered by The University of Texas at Austin, which has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $4,441,165 in the region. These include the Moody Center and the Engineering Education and Research Center.
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The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A is a New Construction project located at 302 E. 23rd St., Austin, TX 78712 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $35.0M covering 65,340 sq ft. The University of Texas at Austin is the property owner and MASS Design Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on November 5, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated cost of the East Mall project?
The estimated cost for the East Mall project is $35,000,000. This figure covers the new construction of the water feature and landscape design at 302 E. 23rd St.
Who is the design firm for this project?
MASS Design Group is the design firm of record. The University of Texas at Austin is the owner and developer of record for this new construction project.
When is construction scheduled to finish?
The project is scheduled to finish in February 2027. Construction started in November 2025, and TDLR plan review was completed in June 2026.
Is the site in a flood zone?
Yes, the site is located inside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone AE, according to the National Flood Hazard Layer.
What is The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A?
The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A is a new construction project at 302 E. 23rd St. in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Commemoration of Precursor group, water feature and landscape design to replace current defunct water feature and roundabout.
Is The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A open in Austin?
The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Feb 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A located?
The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A is located at 302 E. 23rd St., Austin, TX, 78712, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A?
The University of Texas at Austin is the property owner/developer of record for The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A?
MASS Design Group is the design firm of record for The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A cost and how big is it?
The Precursors – We Are Texas East Mall Phase 1A has an estimated construction value of $35.0M and approximately 65,340 square feet (about $536/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Commemoration of Precursor group, water feature and landscape design to replace current defunct water feature and roundabout.
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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302 E. 23rd St., Austin, TX, 78712
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