Taylor Auto Remodel

Taylor Tire + Automotive is undergoing a 3,000 sq ft renovation at 701 S. Washington Street in Kaufman, Texas. The project, filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) under the name Taylor Auto Remodel - Kaufman, involves remodeling offices and bathrooms on private land. The estimated cost for this alteration is $150,000, which calculates to $50 per square foot.

The owner of record is Taylor Stephen C & Angela E. Clinton P Ryan serves as the registered accessibility specialist for the project. TDLR completed the plan review process in February 2026. Although construction was scheduled to begin in March 2025 and finish in June 2026, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record.

Project Cost and Size Context

Compared to other renovation and alteration filings in Kaufman County, this project’s estimated cost is below the county median of $250,000. The median size for similar projects in the county is 3,500 sq ft, while this project is 3,000 sq ft. The cost per square foot of $50 is below the county median of $100 per square foot. These figures are derived from 443 registered filings in the area, providing a benchmark for similar construction activities in Kaufman County.

The scheduled build window for this project is 457 days, which is longer than the county median of 98 days for similar renovation and alteration projects. This extended timeline may reflect the specific scope of work, which includes updating both office spaces and bathrooms. The project is privately funded and located in a residential and commercial mixed-use area within Kaufman County.

Local Area Profile

Kaufman, located in Kaufman County, has a population of approximately 23,301 according to U.S. Census American Community Survey 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP 75142. The median household income in this area is $78,301, with a median owner-occupied home value of $208,900. Housing in the ZIP code is predominantly owner-occupied, with 7,699 housing units recorded. These demographic and economic factors provide context for the local market where the Taylor Tire + Automotive renovation is taking place.

The Kaufman County unemployment rate was 4.9 percent in July 2026, according to FRED data, which is higher than a year earlier. This economic context may influence local labor availability for construction projects in the area. The project’s status remains pending final inspection confirmation by TDLR, and no further public updates have been recorded regarding its completion.