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University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion
300 West 1st Street, Arlington, TX, 76019
University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion is a renovation/alteration project at 300 West 1st Street, Arlington, in Tarrant County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2028. The project has an estimated value of $120.0M across about 92,300 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $120.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 92,300 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $1.30K/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2y 7mo
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22 days after the preceding date shown.
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19 days after the preceding date shown.
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944 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion
The University of Texas at Arlington is undertaking a major renovation and expansion of its University Center, located at 300 West 1st Street in Arlington. This project involves the demolition of a portion of the existing structure, the addition of 92,300 gross square feet of new space, and the renovation of 93,400 gross square feet of the building to remain. The total estimated cost for this large-scale development is $120,000,000.
Work on the project is scheduled to begin in June 2026, following the completion of plan review by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in May 2026. The construction timeline is extensive, with the project scheduled to finish in December 2028. This duration represents a significant build window compared to the median 92 days for similar renovation and alteration filings in Tarrant County.
The owner of record is the University of Texas System, which has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $10,506,000 across locations in San Antonio, Dallas, and Frisco. SmithGroup Inc. serves as the design firm of record for this specific project. The registered accessibility specialist listed in the filing is Marcela Abadi Rhoads. The project is funded by public funds, public land, or is a Federally funded roadway project.
Project Scale and Costs
With an estimated cost of $120,000,000, this project places the cost per square foot at $1,300. This figure is significantly above the county median of $79 per square foot for renovation and alteration filings. The total size of the new addition alone is 92,300 square feet, which is substantially larger than the median size of 3,900 square feet for similar projects in the region. The filing was registered with TDLR in April 2026, and the status is listed as Review Complete.
The scope of work is clearly defined in the TDLR filing, detailing both the demolition and the specific square footage of new construction and renovation. The project is situated in Tarrant County, where the unemployment rate was 4.6 percent in July 2026. The combination of public funding, a major design firm, and a high estimated cost indicates a substantial investment in the university's infrastructure and student facilities.
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University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 300 West 1st Street, Arlington, TX 76019 in Arlington, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $120.0M covering 92,300 sq ft. University of Texas System is the property owner and SmithGroup Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on April 21, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the University Center renovation scheduled to finish?
Construction is scheduled to finish in December 2028, with work starting in June 2026 after plan review was completed in May 2026.
Who is the owner of the University Center project?
The owner of record is the University of Texas System, with SmithGroup Inc. listed as the design firm of record.
How much does the University Center renovation cost?
The estimated cost for the renovation and expansion is $120,000,000, which includes the demolition of part of the existing building and new construction.
What is the scope of work for this project?
The scope includes demolition of a portion of the existing building, a new addition of 92,300 GSF, and renovation of 93,400 GSF of the building to remain.
Is the University Center project funded by public money?
Yes, the filing indicates that the project involves public funds, public land, or is a Federally funded roadway project.
What is University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion?
University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion is a renovation/alteration project at 300 West 1st Street in Arlington, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Demolition of a portion of the existing building. New addition of 92,300 GSF and renovation of 93,400 GSF of the building to remain.
Is University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion open in Arlington?
University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion is still under construction in Arlington, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion located?
University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion is located at 300 West 1st Street, Arlington, TX, 76019, in Tarrant County.
Who is the owner or developer of University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion?
University of Texas System is the property owner/developer of record for University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion?
SmithGroup Inc. is the design firm of record for University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion cost and how big is it?
University of Texas at Arlington, University Center Renovation and Expansion has an estimated construction value of $120.0M and approximately 92,300 square feet (about $1.30K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Demolition of a portion of the existing building. New addition of 92,300 GSF and renovation of 93,400 GSF of the building to remain.
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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300 West 1st Street, Arlington, TX, 76019
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