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Willis Library 422 & 430 in Denton, TX
1506 W. Highland Street, Denton, TX, 76201
Willis Library 422 & 430 is a renovation/alteration project at 1506 W. Highland Street, Denton, in Denton County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish May 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $340K across about 5,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $340K
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- Reported floor area
- 5,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $68/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 5 months
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85 days after the preceding date shown.
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66 days after the preceding date shown.
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83 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Willis Library 422 & 430
Willis Library 422 & 430 is a renovation and alteration project located at 1506 W. Highland Street in Denton, Texas. The work covers a 5,000 sq ft area with an estimated cost of $340,000. The project is registered under the name Willis Library 422 & 430 in the TDLR accessibility records.
The scope of work includes abatement, new lighting, ceiling tile, carpet tile, paint, and a storefront door with vinyl lettering. These updates represent a significant refresh of the interior and entryway for the facility. The estimated cost of $340,000 is above the county median for similar renovation filings in Denton County.
University of North Texas (UNT) is the owner of record for this project. The registered accessibility specialist is Marcela Abadi Rhoads. The project involves public funds or public land. Construction was scheduled to begin in December 2025 and finish in May 2026. The scheduled build window of 151 days is longer than the county median of 92 days for comparable projects.
TDLR completed plan review in August 2026. However, the agency has not yet recorded a final inspection. Therefore, the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The status is listed as Review Complete, but final occupancy or completion is not verified by the inspection data.
UNT has registered six other projects in Denton County totaling $7,722,405. These include the Physics Building, Chemistry Building, and UNT Discovery Park. The Willis Library project fits within this broader pattern of facility improvements at the university. The cost per square foot is $68, which is close to the county median of $80 for renovation work.
The surrounding area includes the UNT Coliseum, known as “The Super Pit,” and Saint John Paul II University Parish. Census estimates for ZIP code 76201 indicate a population of about 29,832. The median household income in this area is $37,863. The housing stock is predominantly renter-occupied. Denton County unemployment was 4.3 percent in July 2026.
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Willis Library 422 & 430 is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1506 W. Highland Street, Denton, TX 76201 in Denton, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $340K covering 5,000 sq ft. UNT is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on March 10, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willis Library open for business?
The TDLR record has not yet recorded a final inspection. Construction was scheduled to finish in May 2026, but the public record does not confirm current operational status or opening dates.
What work is being done at Willis Library?
The scope includes abatement, new lighting, ceiling tile, carpet tile, paint, and a storefront door with vinyl lettering. The project is classified as a renovation and alteration.
Who owns the Willis Library project?
University of North Texas (UNT) is the owner of record. The registered accessibility specialist for the filing is Marcela Abadi Rhoads.
How much does the Willis Library renovation cost?
The estimated cost is $340,000 for 5,000 sq ft. This amounts to $68 per square foot, which is close to the Denton County median for similar projects.
What is Willis Library 422 & 430?
Willis Library 422 & 430 is a renovation/alteration project at 1506 W. Highland Street in Denton, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Abatement, New lighting, ceiling tile, carpet tile, paint, storefront door with vinyl lettering
Is Willis Library 422 & 430 open in Denton?
Willis Library 422 & 430 was scheduled to finish construction in May 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 Willis Library 422 & 430 located?
Willis Library 422 & 430 is located at 1506 W. Highland Street, Denton, TX, 76201, in Denton County.
Who is the owner or developer of Willis Library 422 & 430?
UNT is the property owner/developer of record for Willis Library 422 & 430, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Willis Library 422 & 430 cost and how big is it?
Willis Library 422 & 430 has an estimated construction value of $340K and approximately 5,000 square feet (about $68/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Abatement, New lighting, ceiling tile, carpet tile, paint, storefront door with vinyl lettering
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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1506 W. Highland Street, Denton, TX, 76201
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