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Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule in Midland, TX
401 E Parker Ave, Midland, TX, 79701
Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule is a renovation/alteration project at 401 E Parker Ave, Midland, in Midland County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Nov 2026. The project has an estimated value of $2.5M across about 72,546 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.5M
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- Reported floor area
- 72,546 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $34/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 10 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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32 days after the preceding date shown.
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1 days after the preceding date shown.
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302 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule
Franks Elementary School in Midland is undergoing a significant renovation and alteration project filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The scope of work, registered in December 2025, includes a new security vestibule, a remodel of the main bathrooms, flooring changes, and various maintenance items. The project is scheduled to finish in November 2026, with construction starting in February 2026.
The owner of record is the Midland Independent School District, which is responsible for this $2,500,000 effort. The design firm of record is Vandergriff Group Architects, while Landy Perkins serves as the registered accessibility specialist. The building covers 72,546 sq ft, resulting in an estimated cost of $34 per sq ft.
Project Scope and Status
TDLR completed the plan review in January 2026, marking the project status as Review Complete. The filing indicates that the work involves public funds and public land. The specific improvements aim to enhance security and facility conditions at the school located at 401 E Parker Ave, Midland, TX 79701.
Compared to other renovation and alteration filings in Midland County, this project’s estimated cost is above the county median. The scheduled build window of 302 days is longer than the county median of 122 days. However, the cost per square foot is below the county median of $80. These figures place the project in the upper range of investment for similar work in the region.
Midland Independent School District has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $64,100,000, including updates to Bush Elementary School and DeZavala Elementary School. Vandergriff Group Architects has also been involved in six other projects totaling $19,530,000, such as the Midland County Courthouse and Martin County Hospital. This project fits within a broader pattern of infrastructure investment by the district and its design partners.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 401 E Parker Ave, Midland, TX 79701 in Midland, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.5M covering 72,546 sq ft. Midland Independent School District is the property owner and Vandergriff Group Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on December 30, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the construction be finished?
The project is scheduled to finish in November 2026. Construction is set to start in February 2026, following the completion of the TDLR plan review in January 2026.
What specific work is being done at Franks Elementary School?
The scope includes a new security vestibule, a remodel of the main bathrooms, flooring changes, and maintenance items. The total estimated cost for these renovations is $2,500,000.
Who is the owner and design firm for this project?
The owner of record is the Midland Independent School District. Vandergriff Group Architects is the design firm of record, and Landy Perkins is the registered accessibility specialist.
Is the school open during the renovation?
The TDLR record details the construction status and scope but does not specify operational hours or whether the school is open during the work.
What is Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule?
Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule is a renovation/alteration project at 401 E Parker Ave in Midland, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New Security Vestibule, Remodel of Main Bathrooms, Flooring Changes, Maintenance Items.
Is Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule open in Midland?
Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule is still under construction in Midland, TX, with an estimated completion of Nov 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule located?
Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule is located at 401 E Parker Ave, Midland, TX, 79701, in Midland County.
Who is the owner or developer of Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule?
Midland Independent School District is the property owner/developer of record for Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule?
Vandergriff Group Architects is the design firm of record for Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule cost and how big is it?
Franks Building & Site Upgrades; Secured Vestibule has an estimated construction value of $2.5M and approximately 72,546 square feet (about $34/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New Security Vestibule, Remodel of Main Bathrooms, Flooring Changes, Maintenance Items.
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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401 E Parker Ave, Midland, TX, 79701
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