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HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation in Houston, TX
7502 Fondren Road 718 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX, 77074
HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 7502 Fondren Road 718 Richmond Ave, Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Jul 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $145K across about 1,078 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $145K
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- Reported floor area
- 1,078 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $135/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 months
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21 days after the preceding date shown.
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57 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation
Hinton Hall at Houston Christian University is undergoing a targeted renovation of its Veterans Services Suite. Located at 7502 Fondren Road, Suite 718 Richmond Ave, this 1,078-square-foot project is registered with TDLR under the filing name HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation. The work involves altering the existing interior space without changing the overall building footprint or occupancy classification.
The scope of work is strictly interior-focused. Contractors will perform non-structural demolition, install new metal framing, and replace ceiling tile and grid systems. The renovation includes new gypsum wall board, paint, finishes, millwork, and updates to electrical and plumbing systems. This project is privately funded and situated on private land for private use, distinct from public infrastructure projects.
Project Cost and Timeline
With an estimated cost of $145,000, the project averages $135 per square foot. This unit cost is above the Harris County median of $80 per square foot for similar renovation filings, while the total project cost remains below the county median of $250,000. The scheduled build window was 60 days, which is shorter than the 92-day median for comparable projects in the county. Construction was scheduled to start in May 2026, following the completion of plan review in the same month.
Rivers Barden Architects PLLC serves as the design firm of record for this project. William T Winning is the registered accessibility specialist. Houston Christian University is the owner of record, which has three other TDLR-registered projects totaling $48,600,000, including the HCU Meen and Smith ESN. The firm has one other registered project in Sugar Land, the New Territory Tennis Center.
TDLR completed plan review in May 2026 and construction was scheduled to finish in July 2026; TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. City of Houston permit records show five building permits on file at this street address, issued between March and May 2026, including a 1,078 sq ft office remodel. The surrounding ZIP code 77074 has a median household income of $47,408 and a median home value of $201,600 according to U.S. Census estimates.
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HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 7502 Fondren Road 718 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77074 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $145K covering 1,078 sq ft. Houston Christian University is the property owner and Rivers Barden Architects PLLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on April 27, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scope of the Hinton Hall renovation?
The renovation includes non-structural demolition, metal framing, ceiling tile, gypsum wall board, paint, finishes, millwork, and electrical and plumbing updates. There is no change in occupancy or total area.
Who is the design firm for this project?
Rivers Barden Architects PLLC is the design firm of record. William T Winning is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
Has the Hinton Hall renovation been completed?
Construction was scheduled to finish in July 2026. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record.
What is the estimated cost per square foot?
The estimated cost is $145,000 for 1,078 square feet, resulting in a cost of $135 per square foot. This is above the Harris County median of $80 per square foot.
Is the business open?
The TDLR record tracks construction status, not business operations. The final inspection has not been recorded, so the operational status of the suite is not confirmed in this public record.
What is HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation?
HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 7502 Fondren Road 718 Richmond Ave in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovate existing suite. Scope includes non-structural demolition, metal framing, ceiling tile and grid, gypsum wall board, paint, finishes, millwork, electrical and plumbing. No change in occupancy. No change in area.
Is HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation open in Houston?
HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation was scheduled to finish construction in Jul 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 HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation located?
HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation is located at 7502 Fondren Road 718 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX, 77074, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation?
Houston Christian University is the property owner/developer of record for HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation?
Rivers Barden Architects PLLC is the design firm of record for HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation cost and how big is it?
HCU Veterans Services Suite Renovation has an estimated construction value of $145K and approximately 1,078 square feet (about $135/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovate existing suite. Scope includes non-structural demolition, metal framing, ceiling tile and grid, gypsum wall board, paint, finishes, millwork, electrical and plumbing. No change in occupancy. No change in area.
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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7502 Fondren Road 718 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX, 77074
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