Coleman County Medical Center - Rehab Renovation

The Coleman County Medical Center is undergoing a significant renovation at 310 S Pecos st in Coleman, Texas. The project, registered with TDLR as Coleman County Medical Center - Rehab Renovation, involves converting existing exam rooms and administrative space into a new rehab gym, additional admin offices, and associated storage and patient restrooms. The total estimated cost for this 3,476 sq ft alteration is $1,500,000, resulting in a cost of $432 per square foot.

Construction on the site is scheduled to finish in September 2026, with work commencing in June 2026. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation completed its plan review in August 2026, marking the project status as Review Complete. This timeline provides a build window of 98 days, which is shorter than the county median of 194 days for similar renovation and alteration filings.

Project Scope and Design

REES Associates serves as the design firm of record for this project. The scope specifically targets the functional upgrade of the medical facility by repurposing current clinical and administrative areas. The new layout will include a dedicated rehabilitation gym, expanded office space for staff, and necessary support areas such as storage and patient restrooms. This transformation aims to improve the facility's capacity for patient care and administrative efficiency within the existing footprint.

The project is funded with public funds, indicating a significant investment in local healthcare infrastructure. Preferred Hospital Leasing Coleman, Inc is listed as the owner of record. Marcela Abadi Rhoads is the registered accessibility specialist ensuring the renovation meets required standards. The use of public funds underscores the importance of this upgrade to the community’s medical services.

Local Context and Comparison

Compared to other TDLR-registered renovation projects in Coleman County, this filing stands out for its cost. The estimated $1,500,000 is above the county median of $587,500 for similar work types. The cost per square foot of $432 is also above the county median of $86. REES Associates has been involved in six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $31,850,000, including facilities in Wylie, Greenville, and Forney, demonstrating a consistent portfolio of healthcare and community infrastructure work.

In Coleman, a town with a population of about 4,861 according to U.S. Census estimates for ZIP 76834, this renovation represents a substantial development. The median household income in the area is $51,766, and the median owner-occupied home value is $87,600. The project aligns with the county’s focus on maintaining essential services, with a local unemployment rate of 4.6 percent in June 2026.