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Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation in Mcallen, TX
3201 W. Pecan Blvd., Mcallen, TX, 78501
Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd., Mcallen, in Hidalgo County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Apr 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $400K across about 3,418 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $400K
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- Reported floor area
- 3,418 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $117/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3 months
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9 days after the preceding date shown.
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14 days after the preceding date shown.
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67 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation
STC Pecan Campus is the site of a renovation project for South Texas College in McAllen. The work, filed as the Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation, converts 3,418 square feet of existing space into three purpose-specific engineering labs and storage areas. The project is classified as a renovation and alteration within a multi-level building at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd.
The estimated cost is $400,000, which is above the Hidalgo County median of $250,000 for similar renovation filings. The cost per square foot is $117, exceeding the county median of $70. The scheduled build window of 90 days is close to the county median of 92 days. Sam Garcia Architects serves as the design firm of record, with Felipe Guerrero as the registered accessibility specialist.
TDLR completed plan review in February 2026. Construction was scheduled to begin in January 2026 and finish in April 2026. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The project involves public funds and public land.
Owner and Design Firm Context
South Texas College is the owner of record for this project. The college has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $28,634,452, including the Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Building E and the Cooper Center. All of these other projects show a review complete status. Sam Garcia Architects has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $3,855,000, including the EK Atwood Park project in South Padre Island. These projects also show a review complete status.
The site is located in ZIP code 78501. U.S. Census American Community Survey 2023 five-year estimates for this area indicate a population of about 59,095 and a median household income of $49,451. There are 24,807 housing units, with an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied homes. The median owner-occupied home value is $149,000. Nearby businesses include Feldman's and the South Texas College Pecan Campus library.
Hidalgo County unemployment rate was 6.8 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier. The project registration was filed in February 2026. The status remains Review Complete with the final inspection pending in the public record.
Review Complete
Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd., Mcallen, TX 78501 in Mcallen, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $400K covering 3,418 sq ft. South Texas College is the property owner and Sam Garcia Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on February 5, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exact scope of the renovation?
The project alters 3,418 square feet of space. It converts three previous classrooms and labs into three purpose-specific labs and adds storage space within the existing multi-level building.
Who is the owner and design firm?
South Texas College is the owner of record. Sam Garcia Architects is the design firm of record. Felipe Guerrero is the registered accessibility specialist.
Is the construction finished?
TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection. Although the scheduled completion date was April 2026, the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record.
How much does the project cost?
The estimated cost is $400,000. This is above the Hidalgo County median of $250,000 for renovation and alteration projects. The cost per square foot is $117.
Where is the project located?
The project is located at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd., McAllen, TX 78501. It is part of the South Texas College Pecan Campus.
What is Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation?
Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd. in Mcallen, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Alteration of 3 previous classrooms/labs 3,418 sf being converted into 3 purpose specific labs and storage space into an existing multi-level building.
Is Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation open in Mcallen?
Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation was scheduled to finish construction in Apr 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 Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation located?
Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation is located at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd., Mcallen, TX, 78501, in Hidalgo County.
Who is the owner or developer of Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation?
South Texas College is the property owner/developer of record for Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation?
Sam Garcia Architects is the design firm of record for Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation cost and how big is it?
Business and Science Bldg. G Engineering Lab Renovation has an estimated construction value of $400K and approximately 3,418 square feet (about $117/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Alteration of 3 previous classrooms/labs 3,418 sf being converted into 3 purpose specific labs and storage space into an existing multi-level 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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3201 W. Pecan Blvd., Mcallen, TX, 78501
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