Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out
901 S. University Parks Dr., Waco, TX, 76706
Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out is a renovation/alteration project at 901 S. University Parks Dr., Waco, in McLennan County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Apr 2027. The project has an estimated value of $3.4M across about 15,832 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $3.4M
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- Reported floor area
- 15,832 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $217/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 9 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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12 days after the preceding date shown.
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52 days after the preceding date shown.
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274 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out
Baylor University is renovating 15,832 square feet of existing shell space within the Baylor Hurd Welcome Center at 901 S. University Parks Dr. in Waco. This alteration project is estimated to cost $3,438,416, which equates to $217 per square foot. The work involves installing new walls, ceilings, lighting, and finishes to transform the current shell into a functional welcome center environment.
Grace Design Studios serves as the design firm of record for this renovation. The project is privately funded on private land for private use. Bonita L Anderson is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. This specific renovation is one of several projects associated with Baylor University, which has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $7,416,251.
Construction Timeline and Status
TDLR completed plan review in May 2026 and construction is scheduled to finish in April 2027, with work starting July 2026. The filing was registered in April 2026. The status is listed as Review Complete. The scheduled build window is 274 days, which is longer than the county median of 122 days for similar renovation and alteration filings in McLennan County.
The estimated cost of $3,438,416 places this project above the county median for its type, which is $276,320. The median size for comparable projects in the area is 4,000 square feet, making this space significantly larger. The cost per square foot of $217 is also above the county median of $96 per square foot. These figures are derived from 1,453 TDLR-registered renovation and alteration filings in McLennan County.
Grace Design Studios has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $10,340,000, including facilities in Sanger, Georgetown, and Dallas. Baylor University's other registered projects include the Bear Habitat, Nursing School, Truett Theological Seminary, Morrison Hall, and Bill Daniel Student Center. The local area profile for ZIP 76706 indicates a population of approximately 40,668 and a median household income of $42,277 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates.
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Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 901 S. University Parks Dr., Waco, TX 76706 in Waco, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $3.4M covering 15,832 sq ft. Baylor University is the property owner and Grace Design Studios is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on April 28, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Baylor Hurd Welcome Center renovation open to the public?
The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in April 2027. The filing covers construction and accessibility compliance, not business operations or public opening dates. No information regarding public access is provided in the registration details.
Who is designing the Baylor Hurd Welcome Center renovation?
Grace Design Studios is the design firm of record for this project. They are listed in the TDLR filing as the entity responsible for the design aspects of the renovation and alteration work at the Waco location.
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost for the renovation is $3,438,416. This figure covers the renovation of existing shell space, including new walls, ceilings, lighting, and finishes within the 15,832 square foot area.
When does construction start and end?
Construction is scheduled to start in July 2026 and is scheduled to finish in April 2027. TDLR completed plan review in May 2026, establishing the timeline for the physical work on the site.
Is the site in a flood zone?
It is designated as Zone X according to the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer data associated with the site coordinates in Waco.
What is Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out?
Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out is a renovation/alteration project at 901 S. University Parks Dr. in Waco, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovation of existing shell space within Baylor Hurd Welcome Center. Renovations include new walls, ceilings, lighting, and finishes
Is Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out open in Waco?
Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out is still under construction in Waco, TX, with an estimated completion of Apr 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out located?
Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out is located at 901 S. University Parks Dr., Waco, TX, 76706, in McLennan County.
Who is the owner or developer of Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out?
Baylor University is the property owner/developer of record for Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out?
Grace Design Studios is the design firm of record for Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out cost and how big is it?
Baylor Hurd Welcome Center Shell Space Build-Out has an estimated construction value of $3.4M and approximately 15,832 square feet (about $217/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovation of existing shell space within Baylor Hurd Welcome Center. Renovations include new walls, ceilings, lighting, and finishes
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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901 S. University Parks Dr., Waco, TX, 76706
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