Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
The Life Center in Big Spring, TX
1801 S Main St., Big Spring, TX, 79720
The Life Center is a additions to existing building project at 1801 S Main St., Big Spring, in Howard County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2026. The project has an estimated value of $696K across about 2,804 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $696K
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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
- 2,804 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $248/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 10 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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19 days after the preceding date shown.
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162 days after the preceding date shown.
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135 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About The Life Center
The Life Center is expanding its existing facility at 1801 S Main St. in Big Spring, Texas. The project involves adding approximately 2,804 square feet to the current structure, a development registered with TDLR in February 2026. This addition is owned by Permian Basin Women`s Resource Center INC The Life Center and is privately funded on private land for private use.
Construction is scheduled to finish in December 2026, with work starting in March 2026. TDLR completed plan review in August 2026, marking the project's status as Review Complete. The estimated cost for this expansion is $695,819, which calculates to $248 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $207 per square foot for similar additions to existing buildings in Howard County, while the total cost remains close to the county median of $772,910 for this project type.
Design and Construction Details
Fehrs is the design firm of record for The Life Center expansion. The firm has worked on six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $13,742,676, including facilities in Stanton, Canyon, and Odessa. Richard Todd Lozano serves as the registered accessibility specialist for this project. The scheduled build window is 297 days, which is longer than the county median of 158 days for comparable construction projects in Howard County.
Big Spring is located in Howard County, a region with a population of about 30,432 residents according to U.S. Census estimates for the 79720 ZIP code. The median household income in this area is $71,194, and the median owner-occupied home value is $146,500. The local labor market showed a 5 percent unemployment rate in July 2026, which is higher than a year earlier. These demographic and economic factors provide context for the private development activity in the area.
The project represents a specific addition to an existing business rather than a new ground-up construction. The scope is clearly defined in the TDLR filing as adding square footage to the current business operations. The registration confirms the private nature of the funding and land use, distinguishing it from public infrastructure projects. The completion date listed on the filing is December 2026, aligning with the scheduled finish date.
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The Life Center is a Additions to Existing Building project located at 1801 S Main St., Big Spring, TX 79720 in Big Spring, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $696K covering 2,804 sq ft. Permian Basin Women`s Resource Center INC The Life Center is the property owner and Fehrs is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on February 18, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Life Center open for business?
The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in December 2026. It does not confirm current operating status or opening dates, only the construction timeline and permit status.
How much does The Life Center expansion cost?
The estimated cost is $695,819. This amounts to $248 per square foot for the 2,804 square feet of added space, which is above the Howard County median for similar projects.
Who is designing The Life Center addition?
Fehrs is the design firm of record. They are responsible for the architectural plans for this 2,804 square foot addition to the existing building in Big Spring.
When will construction be completed?
Construction is scheduled to finish in December 2026. Work began in March 2026, and TDLR completed the plan review process in August 2026.
Is this project privately funded?
Yes, the project is privately funded, on private land, and for private use. It is owned by Permian Basin Women`s Resource Center INC The Life Center.
What is The Life Center?
The Life Center is a additions to existing building project at 1801 S Main St. in Big Spring, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Adding approximate 2804 sq feet to the existing business
Is The Life Center open in Big Spring?
The Life Center is still under construction in Big Spring, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is The Life Center located?
The Life Center is located at 1801 S Main St., Big Spring, TX, 79720, in Howard County.
Who is the owner or developer of The Life Center?
Permian Basin Women`s Resource Center INC The Life Center is the property owner/developer of record for The Life Center, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for The Life Center?
Fehrs is the design firm of record for The Life Center, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does The Life Center cost and how big is it?
The Life Center has an estimated construction value of $696K and approximately 2,804 square feet (about $248/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Adding approximate 2804 sq feet to the existing business
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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1801 S Main St., Big Spring, TX, 79720
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