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Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out in Rio Grande City, TX
1920 US-83, Rio Grande City, TX, 78582
Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out is a renovation/alteration project at 1920 US-83, Rio Grande City, in Starr County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Oct 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $1.8M across about 8,460 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.8M
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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
- 8,460 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $213/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 9 months
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59 days after the preceding date shown.
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206 days after the preceding date shown.
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64 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out
The Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out is an 8,460 sq ft renovation project located at 1920 US-83 in Rio Grande City, Texas. This interior build-out includes the demolition of existing finishes and the construction of new walls and surfaces, along with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing improvements. The total estimated cost for the work is $1,800,000, which calculates to $213 per square foot.
Construction Status and Timeline
Construction work began in January 2026. The project is scheduled to finish in October 2026. TDLR completed the plan review process in August 2026, and the registration status is marked as Review Complete. The filing indicates that this project involves public funds or public land.
Project Details and Cost Comparison
The owner of record is Garceno Builders Supply, Inc., while Milnet Architectural Services served as the design firm. Jose Ricardo Guerrero is the registered accessibility specialist for the project. Compared to other renovation filings in Starr County, this project’s cost is above the county median for its type. The scheduled build window of 270 days is longer than the county median of 122 days. The cost per square foot of $213 is also above the county median of $109.
Milnet Architectural Services has handled six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $18,033,297. These include the Hidalgo County Veterans Services New Offices, the Hidalgo County Health Department, and the Edinburg Downtown Parking Garage. The site is located inside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone A. The surrounding ZIP code 78582 has a population of about 44,883 people, with a median household income of $41,452 according to U.S. Census estimates.
Starr County’s unemployment rate was 9.9 percent in July 2026, which is higher than a year earlier. A job bid notice on the Starr County website listed this project as a temporary housing interior build-out. The project is registered with TDLR, ensuring compliance with state accessibility standards for the renovation work.
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Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1920 US-83, Rio Grande City, TX 78582 in Rio Grande City, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.8M covering 8,460 sq ft. GARCENO BUILDERS SUPPLY,INC. is the property owner and Milnet Architectural Services is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on November 14, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total square footage of the renovation?
The project covers 8,460 sq ft of interior build-out space. This includes demolition of existing finishes and construction of new interior walls and finishes.
Who is the design firm for this project?
Milnet Architectural Services is the design firm of record. They have handled six other TDLR-registered projects in the region, totaling over $18 million.
What is the estimated cost per square foot?
The estimated cost is $213 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $109 for similar renovation and alteration projects.
Is the project located in a flood zone?
Yes, the site is inside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone A. This is determined by the site coordinates in the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
When is the construction scheduled to finish?
The project is scheduled to finish in October 2026. Construction started in January 2026, and TDLR completed plan review in August 2026.
What is Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out?
Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out is a renovation/alteration project at 1920 US-83 in Rio Grande City, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: 8,460 Sq. Ft. interior build-out including demolition of the existing interior finishes and construction of new interior walls and finishes with minor exterior upgrades. Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing improvements included.
Is Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out open in Rio Grande City?
Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out was scheduled to finish construction in Oct 2026 according to its TDLR registration, but TDLR has not recorded a final accessibility inspection, so its opening status is not confirmed in the public record.
Where is Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out located?
Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out is located at 1920 US-83, Rio Grande City, TX, 78582, in Starr County.
Who is the owner or developer of Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out?
GARCENO BUILDERS SUPPLY,INC. is the property owner/developer of record for Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out?
Milnet Architectural Services is the design firm of record for Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out cost and how big is it?
Starr County Courthouse Temporary Housing Interior Build-Out has an estimated construction value of $1.8M and approximately 8,460 square feet (about $213/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
8,460 Sq. Ft. interior build-out including demolition of the existing interior finishes and construction of new interior walls and finishes with minor exterior upgrades. Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing improvements included.
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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1920 US-83, Rio Grande City, TX, 78582
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