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UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab in Dallas, TX
17787 Waterview Pkwy., Dallas, TX, 75252
UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab is a renovation/alteration project at 17787 Waterview Pkwy., Dallas, in Collin County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2026. The project has an estimated value of $850K across about 2,100 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $850K
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- Reported floor area
- 2,100 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $405/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 6 months
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168 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab
The University of Texas at Dallas is renovating a 2,100-square-foot laboratory space in the basement of its Science Building at 17787 Waterview Pkwy. in Dallas. This project, designated as the UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab, involves minimal demolition, new casework, and updates to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. The estimated cost for this renovation and alteration work is $850,000.
Stantec Architecture Inc. serves as the design firm of record for this project. The registered accessibility specialist is Jeffrey A Gutknecht. The project involves public funds and is located on public land. TDLR completed plan review in May 2026 and construction is scheduled to finish in December 2026, with work starting June 2026.
Project Scale and Context
The estimated cost of $850,000 places this project above the median estimated cost for renovation and alteration filings in Collin County, which is $220,000. The project size of 2,100 square feet is below the county median of 3,418 square feet. The cost per square foot is $405, which is above the county median of $78 per square foot. The scheduled build window of 168 days is longer than the county median of 92 days.
The University of Texas at Dallas has two other TDLR-registered projects in Richardson. These include the Science Building - Berkner Lab, estimated at $1,500,000, and Cecil Green Hall, estimated at $511,377. Both of these projects have completed review. Stantec Architecture Inc. has six other registered projects totaling $67,550,629, including work in Dallas, Fort Worth, Greenville, and Wylie.
Location and Area Profile
The project is located in ZIP code 75252. According to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates, the population of this area is about 28,500. The median household income is $81,999, and the median owner-occupied home value is $530,100. There are 14,592 housing units in the area.
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UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 17787 Waterview Pkwy., Dallas, TX 75252 in Dallas, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $850K covering 2,100 sq ft. University of Texas Dallas is the property owner and Stantec Architecture Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on April 30, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab renovation be completed?
Construction is scheduled to finish in December 2026. Work is set to start in June 2026, following the completion of plan review in May 2026.
Who is the design firm for this project?
Stantec Architecture Inc. is the design firm of record. Jeffrey A Gutknecht is the registered accessibility specialist.
What is the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost is $850,000. This figure covers minimal demolition, casework, and MEP systems for the 2,100-square-foot basement laboratory.
Is this project located in a flood zone?
It is located in zone X according to the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
Who owns the building being renovated?
The University of Texas at Dallas is the owner of record. The facility is the UTD Science Building at 17787 Waterview Pkwy. in Dallas.
What is UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab?
UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab is a renovation/alteration project at 17787 Waterview Pkwy. in Dallas, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Lab renovation in the basement of an existing building. Scope requires minimal demolition, casework, and MEP systems.
Is UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab open in Dallas?
UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab is still under construction in Dallas, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab located?
UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab is located at 17787 Waterview Pkwy., Dallas, TX, 75252, in Collin County.
Who is the owner or developer of UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab?
University of Texas Dallas is the property owner/developer of record for UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab?
Stantec Architecture Inc. is the design firm of record for UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab cost and how big is it?
UTD Sci- Dr. Liu Lab has an estimated construction value of $850K and approximately 2,100 square feet (about $405/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Lab renovation in the basement of an existing building. Scope requires minimal demolition, casework, and MEP systems.
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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17787 Waterview Pkwy., Dallas, TX, 75252
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