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Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation
12400 High Star Dr., Houston, TX, 77072
Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 12400 High Star Dr., Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed May 2026). The project has an estimated value of $9.2M across about 35,368 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $9.2M
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- Reported floor area
- 35,368 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $260/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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254 days after the preceding date shown.
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211 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation
The Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation is a $9,200,000 construction project located at 12400 High Star Dr. in Houston. The scope involves renovations and an addition to an existing two-story natatorium belonging to the Alief Independent School District. The project covers 35,368 square feet of work, calculated at a cost of $260 per square foot.
Alief ISD served as the owner of record for this renovation and alteration. The registered accessibility specialist for the project was Kenneth Otten. The filing indicates that the project involves public funds or public land. The scheduled construction window began in February 2027 and was set for completion in August 2027.
Project Scale and Comparison
At $9,200,000, this project cost is above the Harris County median for renovation and alteration filings, placing it in the top quarter of similar local projects. The median estimated cost for such filings in the county is $250,000. The scheduled build window of 211 days is longer than the county median of 92 days. The cost per square foot of $260 is also above the county median of $80 per square foot.
Alief ISD has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $32,443,186. These include the Sneed Elementary School renovation, the Steven Lloyd Ness Natatorium, the Martin Elementary School, the Agricultural Science Center, and the Chancellor Elementary School. The Agricultural Science Center project was valued at $12,213,186, while the Steven Lloyd Ness Natatorium was valued at $9,000,000.
Status and Location Details
The site is located in Harris County within the 77072 ZIP code. Census estimates for this area indicate a population of about 58,681 residents and a median household income of $49,893. The Harris County unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier.
TDLR closed the project file in May 2026, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. This status confirms that the regulatory review phase has concluded for the Alief ISD Ness Natatorium project.
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Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 12400 High Star Dr., Houston, TX 77072 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $9.2M covering 35,368 sq ft. Alief ISD is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on May 18, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the status of the Alief ISD Ness Natatorium project?
TDLR closed the project file in May 2026. This indicates the accessibility review process has ended, though the scheduled construction dates were February to August 2027.
How much does the renovation cost?
The estimated cost for the Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation is $9,200,000. This figure is above the Harris County median for similar renovation projects.
Who is the owner of the project?
The owner of record is Alief ISD. The registered accessibility specialist for the filing was Kenneth Otten.
Is the natatorium open for use?
The TDLR record only tracks construction and accessibility review. It does not confirm whether the facility is open to the public or operating.
What is Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation?
Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 12400 High Star Dr. in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: RENOVATIONS AND ADDITION TO EXISTING TWO-STORY NATATORIUM BELONGING TO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT.
Is Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation open in Houston?
Construction on Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in May 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation located?
Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation is located at 12400 High Star Dr., Houston, TX, 77072, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation?
Alief ISD is the property owner/developer of record for Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation cost and how big is it?
Alief ISD Ness Natatorium Addition and Renovation has an estimated construction value of $9.2M and approximately 35,368 square feet (about $260/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
RENOVATIONS AND ADDITION TO EXISTING TWO-STORY NATATORIUM BELONGING TO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT.
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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12400 High Star Dr., Houston, TX, 77072
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