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AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization in Austin, TX
6801 Northeast Drive, Austin, TX, 78723
AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization is a new construction project at 6801 Northeast Drive, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Mar 2028. The project has an estimated value of $52.0M across about 87,818 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $52.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 87,818 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $592/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 8mo
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61 days after the preceding date shown.
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11 days after the preceding date shown.
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611 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization
The Austin Independent School District is replacing its Andrews Elementary School with a new 87,818-square-foot facility at 6801 Northeast Drive in Austin. This new construction project carries an estimated cost of $52,000,000, resulting in a cost per square foot of $592. The work involves the complete removal and replacement of the existing school building, a scope that significantly exceeds the median size and cost for similar new construction filings in Travis County.
FGM Architects serves as the design firm of record for this modernization effort. The project is registered with TDLR and listed under the filing name AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization. Kathy Ann Riley is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the project. The funding source involves public funds, public land, or a Federally funded roadway project, ensuring public accountability for the expenditure.
Timeline and Status
TDLR completed the plan review in June 2026, and construction is scheduled to finish in March 2028. Work is set to begin in July 2026, creating a scheduled build window of 611 days. This duration is longer than the county median of 304 days for new construction projects, reflecting the complexity of a full school replacement. The TDLR status is Review Complete, indicating that the regulatory clearance phase has been successfully navigated.
City of Austin permit records show six permits on file at this street address, issued between June 2026 and August 2026. These include three plumbing permits and three building permits with total declared valuations of $50,000,001. Specific permit descriptions reference the demolition of the Andrews Elementary School building and the installation of domestic water and wastewater systems. A third-party listing on bldup.com describes the project as under construction, aligning with the TDLR timeline.
The Austin Independent School District has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $8,298,002, including Burger Baseball Stadium and Noack Sports Complex. FGM Architects has six other registered projects totaling $12,310,288, including Mendez Middle School and the Engineering Education and Research Center. The neighborhood for ZIP code 78723 has a median household income of $81,986 and a median owner-occupied home value of $456,100, according to U.S. Census estimates.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization is a New Construction project located at 6801 Northeast Drive, Austin, TX 78723 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $52.0M covering 87,818 sq ft. Austin Independent School District is the property owner and FGM Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on April 20, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is construction scheduled to finish?
Construction is scheduled to finish in March 2028, with work starting in July 2026 and plan review completed in June 2026.
Who is the design firm for the new school?
FGM Architects is the design firm of record for the Andrews Elementary School Modernization project.
Is the school open for classes?
The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in March 2028, so the building is not yet open for operations.
Who is the registered accessibility specialist?
Kathy Ann Riley is the registered accessibility specialist associated with this TDLR filing.
What is AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization?
AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization is a new construction project at 6801 Northeast Drive in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: complete removal and replacement of an existing elementary school. 87,818 SF
Is AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization open in Austin?
AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Mar 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization located?
AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization is located at 6801 Northeast Drive, Austin, TX, 78723, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization?
Austin Independent School District is the property owner/developer of record for AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization?
FGM Architects is the design firm of record for AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization cost and how big is it?
AISD Andrews Elementary School Modernization has an estimated construction value of $52.0M and approximately 87,818 square feet (about $592/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
complete removal and replacement of an existing elementary school. 87,818 SF
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.
Location & views
6801 Northeast Drive, Austin, TX, 78723
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