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Ella Austin Community Center in San Antonio, TX
1023 N Pine St., San Antonio, TX, 78202
Ella Austin Community Center is a renovation/alteration project at 1023 N Pine St., San Antonio, in Bexar County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jun 2027. The project has an estimated value of $17.9M across about 36,053 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $17.9M
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- Reported floor area
- 36,053 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $496/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 3mo
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50 days after the preceding date shown.
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460 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Ella Austin Community Center
The Ella Austin Community Center renovation is a $17,897,300 project that will transform a 36,053 sq ft, two-story brick building at 1023 N Pine St. in San Antonio. The City of San Antonio serves as the owner of record for this significant alteration of the existing structure.
Work involves a comprehensive interior reconfiguration, site improvements, and upgrades to building systems. The project was registered with TDLR in February 2026, and plan review was completed in March 2026. Construction is scheduled to finish in June 2027, with work starting in March 2026.
Project Scale and Cost
At 36,053 sq ft, this building is substantially larger than the typical renovation in Bexar County. The estimated cost of $17,897,300 places the project in the top quarter of similar filings in the county. The cost per square foot is $496, which is above the county median of $85 for renovation and alteration projects.
The scheduled build window of 462 days is longer than the county median of 103 days for comparable work. This extended timeline reflects the complexity of reconfiguring a large, two-story brick structure while maintaining accessibility standards.
Location and Context
The site is located in San Antonio's historic Dignowity Hill neighborhood, according to WestEast Design. The project involves public funds and public land.
The City of San Antonio has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $4,167,870, including work at Clearview Dr. and Pearsall Park. This project is the largest among them. The surrounding ZIP code 78202 has a population of about 9,952 and a median household income of $43,708, according to U.S. Census estimates.
TDLR status is Review Complete. Jessica Trevino Hamm is the registered accessibility specialist for this project. The filing confirms that the work is a renovation/alteration of an existing building rather than new construction.
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Ella Austin Community Center is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1023 N Pine St., San Antonio, TX 78202 in San Antonio, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $17.9M covering 36,053 sq ft. City of San Antonio is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on February 3, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total cost of the Ella Austin Community Center renovation?
The estimated cost for the renovation of the 36,053 sq ft building is $17,897,300. This figure includes interior reconfiguration, site work, and building system upgrades.
When is construction scheduled to finish?
Construction is scheduled to finish in June 2027. Work started in March 2026 following the completion of TDLR plan review in March 2026.
Who is the owner of this project?
The City of San Antonio is the owner/developer of record for the Ella Austin Community Center renovation at 1023 N Pine St.
What type of work is being done?
The project involves the renovation and alteration of a two-story brick building, including interior reconfiguration, site work, and building system upgrades.
What is Ella Austin Community Center?
Ella Austin Community Center is a renovation/alteration project at 1023 N Pine St. in San Antonio, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovation of a 36,053 SF, two-story brick building including interior reconfiguration, site work, and building system upgrades.
Is Ella Austin Community Center open in San Antonio?
Ella Austin Community Center is still under construction in San Antonio, TX, with an estimated completion of Jun 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Ella Austin Community Center located?
Ella Austin Community Center is located at 1023 N Pine St., San Antonio, TX, 78202, in Bexar County.
Who is the owner or developer of Ella Austin Community Center?
City of San Antonio is the property owner/developer of record for Ella Austin Community Center, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Ella Austin Community Center cost and how big is it?
Ella Austin Community Center has an estimated construction value of $17.9M and approximately 36,053 square feet (about $496/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovation of a 36,053 SF, two-story brick building including interior reconfiguration, site work, and building system upgrades.
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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1023 N Pine St., San Antonio, TX, 78202
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LAND-PLAT-26-11800093 Ella Austin Community Center
SP-Special Project-CDD-Ella Austin Community Center-1023 PINE ST
SP-Special Project-CDD-Ella Austin Community Center-1023 PINE ST
SP-Special Project-CDD-Ella Austin Community Center-1023 PINE ST
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