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Span Language Lab Renovation in Austin, TX
150 W 21ST ST, Room 4.122, Austin, TX, 78712
Span Language Lab Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 150 W 21ST ST, Room 4.122, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jun 2026). The project has an estimated value of $169K across about 5,000 sq ft.
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- $169K
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- 5,000 ft²
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- $34/sqft
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- 1y 3mo
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📰About Span Language Lab Renovation
The renovation of BEN (Benedict Hall) in Austin is complete. The project, filed under the name Span Language Lab Renovation, transformed two existing offices into a specialized dry research lab at 150 W 21st St, Room 4.122. This space within Travis County now serves as a facility for observing children in Spanish language settings, featuring a family waiting area, a dedicated testing and observation zone, and an office for research assistants.
The University of Texas at Austin is the owner of record for this 5,000 sq ft alteration. The estimated cost for the work was $169,000, which calculates to $34 per square foot. Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) AE Design Services served as the design firm, while Elaine K Andersen was the registered accessibility specialist for the project. The work was funded through public sources, involving public funds or land.
Project Timeline and Status
Construction was scheduled to begin in February 2026, with a planned completion date of May 2027. However, the timeline moved faster than the initial filing suggested. The building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in June 2026, confirming that the physical construction and accessibility compliance are finished. The TDLR status is listed as Inspection Complete, and plan review was concluded in May 2026.
This project is one of several recent renovations under the University’s portfolio. The University of Texas at Austin has six other TDLR-registered projects in the area, with total estimated values exceeding $4.4 million. These include the Moody Center, the Engineering Education and Research Center, and the UT Austin Main Building. The Span Language Lab Renovation fits within this broader pattern of infrastructure updates at the university.
Compared to other renovation and alteration filings in Travis County, the cost of this project is below the county median of $298,000. The size of 5,000 sq ft is larger than the median of 3,800 sq ft for similar filings. The cost per square foot of $34 is also below the county median of $103. The scheduled build window of 461 days was longer than the median of 98 days for the region, though the actual completion occurred earlier than the original May 2027 target.
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Span Language Lab Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 150 W 21ST ST, Room 4.122, Austin, TX 78712 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $169K covering 5,000 sq ft. The University of Texas at Austin is the property owner and Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) AE Design Services is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on April 14, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the specific purpose of the renovated space in BEN (Benedict Hall)?
The space was renovated to create a dry research lab for observing children in Spanish language. It includes a family waiting area, a testing and observation area, and an office for research assistants.
Is the construction of the Span Language Lab Renovation complete?
Yes, the project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in June 2026. The TDLR status is listed as Inspection Complete, indicating that the physical work and compliance review are finished.
Who is the owner and who designed the renovation?
The University of Texas at Austin is the owner of record. Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) AE Design Services was the design firm, and Elaine K Andersen was the registered accessibility specialist.
How much did the renovation cost?
The estimated cost for the renovation was $169,000. This covers the alteration of two offices into a research lab and associated areas within the 5,000 sq ft project scope.
Where is the project located?
The project is located at 150 W 21st St, Room 4.122, in Austin, Texas. It is situated within the BEN (Benedict Hall) building in Travis County.
What is Span Language Lab Renovation?
Span Language Lab Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 150 W 21ST ST, Room 4.122 in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovate two offices to create a dry research lab for observing children in Spanish language. This creates a family waiting area, testing and observation area and research assistants' office.
Is Span Language Lab Renovation open in Austin?
Construction on Span Language Lab Renovation is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jun 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Span Language Lab Renovation located?
Span Language Lab Renovation is located at 150 W 21ST ST, Room 4.122, Austin, TX, 78712, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Span Language Lab Renovation?
The University of Texas at Austin is the property owner/developer of record for Span Language Lab Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Span Language Lab Renovation?
Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) AE Design Services is the design firm of record for Span Language Lab Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Span Language Lab Renovation cost and how big is it?
Span Language Lab Renovation has an estimated construction value of $169K and approximately 5,000 square feet (about $34/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovate two offices to create a dry research lab for observing children in Spanish language. This creates a family waiting area, testing and observation area and research assistants' office.
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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150 W 21ST ST, Room 4.122, Austin, TX, 78712
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