Foreston Park

The City of Roanoke completed the renovation and alteration of Foreston Park, a project centered on the removal and replacement of an existing playground covering 3,800 sq ft. Located at 324 Foreston Dr. in Roanoke, Texas, the site underwent significant physical changes to update its recreational infrastructure. The total estimated cost for this work was $250,000, resulting in a computed cost of $66 per square foot. This figure sits below the Denton County median of $80 per square foot for similar renovation filings, indicating an efficient allocation of resources for the scope of work performed.

Project Scope and Design

Lose Design served as the design firm of record for this project, guiding the renovation process from initial planning through execution. The scope was strictly defined in the TDLR filing as the removal and replacement of the playground equipment. This specific focus suggests a targeted upgrade rather than a broad structural overhaul of the park's other amenities. The project utilized public funds, aligning with the City of Roanoke’s broader portfolio of infrastructure improvements. Kimberly J Goss was the registered accessibility specialist ensuring the new playground met required standards.

Construction began in March 2026, with the scheduled build window lasting 41 days. This timeline is shorter than the 92-day median build window for renovation projects in Denton County. The rapid execution allowed the city to minimize disruption to park users while completing the necessary replacements. The project was registered with TDLR in March 2026, and plan review was completed in May 2026. These administrative steps occurred concurrently with the physical construction, reflecting a streamlined process for this specific type of alteration.

The project reached its conclusion in June 2026 when it passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection. This status confirms that the construction is complete and the site has met the regulatory requirements for accessibility. The final inspection passed in June 2026, marking the end of the active construction phase. The City of Roanoke has now added this completed playground renovation to its list of finished projects, which includes other significant developments like the Roanoke Hotel and the Main Street Parking Garage.

Local Context

Roanoke is a community in Denton County with a median household income of $143,093, according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP 76262. The area is predominantly owner-occupied, with about 43,589 residents. The completion of Foreston Park’s playground renovation adds to the local infrastructure available to families in this high-income suburb. The project’s cost of $250,000 is close to the county median of $235,000 for similar renovation filings, placing it firmly within the typical range for municipal improvements of this scale.