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Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation
(Commissary) 235 Garland Ave, Waco, TX, 76707
Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at (Commissary) 235 Garland Ave, Waco, in McLennan County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Aug 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $1.0M across about 5,058 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.0M
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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
- 5,058 ft²
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Square footage reported for this scope of work. It may cover only part of a larger property.
- Estimated cost / ft²
- $200/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Source: TDLR filing
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40 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordReview complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
39 days after the preceding date shown.
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172 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation
The City of Waco is renovating the commissary building at Cameron Park Zoo, located at 235 Garland Ave in Waco, Texas. This project involves alterations to approximately 5,058 square feet of the existing structure. The estimated cost for this work is $1,011,600, which calculates to roughly $200 per square foot.
Rbdr, PLLC serves as the design firm of record for this renovation. Michael Lynn Kelley is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in December 2025. Plan review was completed in March 2026, and construction was scheduled to begin in February 2026 with a planned completion date of August 2026.
This renovation is part of a broader portfolio of public works undertaken by the City of Waco. The city has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $23,472,170, including right-of-way improvements and the Dr. Mae Jackson Development Center. Rbdr, PLLC has also been involved in six other registered projects across Texas, with a combined value of $27,513,730, ranging from a fire station in Waxahachie to a chapel in Whitney.
In the context of McLennan County construction filings, this project sits in the top quarter for estimated cost among 1,451 renovation and alteration records. The county median estimated cost for similar work is $275,000, while the median size is 4,000 square feet. The scheduled build window for this zoo project is 211 days, which is longer than the county median of 122 days. The cost per square foot is also above the county median of $96.
The site is located in ZIP code 76707, where the U.S. Census Bureau estimates a population of about 16,602 and a median household income of $38,208. The area is characterized by mostly owner-occupied housing, with a median home value of $113,600. The project involves public funds and public land.
Current Status
TDLR completed plan review in March 2026 and construction was scheduled to finish in August 2026; TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The McLennan County unemployment rate was 4.6 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at (Commissary) 235 Garland Ave, Waco, TX 76707 in Waco, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.0M covering 5,058 sq ft. City of Waco is the property owner and RBDR, PLLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on December 23, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the commissary building open to the public?
The TDLR record does not confirm business operations. It only tracks construction and accessibility compliance. Since no final inspection has been recorded, the operational status is not verified in this public filing.
Who is designing the Cameron Park Zoo commissary renovation?
Rbdr, PLLC is the design firm of record. Michael Lynn Kelley is the registered accessibility specialist listed in the TDLR filing for this specific project in Waco.
How large is the renovation project?
The scope covers approximately 5,058 square feet of the existing commissary building. The estimated cost is $1,011,600, resulting in a cost of about $200 per square foot.
When was the project scheduled to be completed?
The filing lists a completion date of August 2026. Construction was scheduled to start in February 2026, following plan review completion in March 2026.
Is this project above or below the county median cost?
The estimated cost is in the top quarter of 1,451 similar filings in McLennan County. The county median cost is $275,000, while this project is estimated at $1,011,600.
What is Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation?
Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at (Commissary) 235 Garland Ave in Waco, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovations of approximately 5,058 square feet to the existing commissary building
Is Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation open in Waco?
Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation was scheduled to finish construction in Aug 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 Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation located?
Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation is located at (Commissary) 235 Garland Ave, Waco, TX, 76707, in McLennan County.
Who is the owner or developer of Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation?
City of Waco is the property owner/developer of record for Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation?
RBDR, PLLC is the design firm of record for Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation cost and how big is it?
Cameron Park Zoo - Commissary Renovation has an estimated construction value of $1.0M and approximately 5,058 square feet (about $200/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovations of approximately 5,058 square feet to the existing commissary building
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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