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AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B in Austin, TX
5106 Village Square Drive, Austin, TX, 78744
AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B is a renovation/alteration project at 5106 Village Square Drive, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Aug 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $3.5M across about 11,706 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $3.5M
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- Reported floor area
- 11,706 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $295/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3 months
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14 days after the preceding date shown.
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21 days after the preceding date shown.
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70 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B
The renovation of Building B at Mendez Middle School in Austin is a $3,451,900 project that reconfigures music studios and updates interior partitions. Located at 5106 Village Square Drive in Travis County, this 11,706 sq ft alteration is owned by Austin ISD and designed by FGM Architects. The work involves the demolition and re-installation of fixtures and finishes to improve the school's functional layout.
TDLR completed plan review in June 2026, and construction was scheduled to finish in August 2026. However, the agency has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The project was registered with TDLR in May 2026, marking the start of its official oversight timeline.
Project Scale and Cost
At $295 per square foot, this renovation costs above the Travis County median of $103 per square foot for similar work. The total estimated cost places it in the top quarter of the 15,000-plus renovation filings in the county. The scheduled build window of 91 days is close to the county median of 98 days, indicating a standard pace for a project of this magnitude.
City of Austin permit records show 17 permits on file at this street address, issued between January 2024 and June 2026. These include five plumbing permits, five building permits, four electrical permits, and three mechanical permits. Eleven of these permits have reached a final status, reflecting the phased nature of the interior updates.
Owner and Design Context
Austin ISD is the owner of record for this project, which is part of a broader portfolio of six other TDLR-registered projects totaling over $105 million. FGM Architects, the design firm of record, has six other projects in the TDLR system, including the $52 million Andrews Elementary School renovation. The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is Kathy Ann Riley.
The project utilizes public funds and public land, aligning with federal and state standards for educational infrastructure. The surrounding ZIP code 78744 has a population of about 51,069 and a median household income of $78,474. This renovation fits within the broader context of Austin ISD’s ongoing investments in school facilities across Travis County.
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AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 5106 Village Square Drive, Austin, TX 78744 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $3.5M covering 11,706 sq ft. Austin ISD is the property owner and FGM Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on May 18, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mendez Middle School open?
The TDLR record indicates construction was scheduled to finish in August 2026 but has not yet recorded a final inspection. This status does not confirm whether the school is open to the public.
Who is building Mendez Middle School?
Austin ISD is the owner of record, and FGM Architects is the design firm. The registered accessibility specialist is Kathy Ann Riley.
What is the cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost is $3,451,900 for 11,706 sq ft of work, which amounts to $295 per square foot.
What work is being done?
The scope includes reconfiguration of music studios, space separations via partition, and overall demolition and re-installation of fixtures and finishes.
When was the project registered?
The project was registered with TDLR in May 2026, with plan review completed in June 2026.
What is AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B?
AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B is a renovation/alteration project at 5106 Village Square Drive in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Reconfiguration of music studios, space separations via partition, overall demolition and re-installation of fixtures and finishes.
Is AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B open in Austin?
AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B was scheduled to finish construction in Aug 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 AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B located?
AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B is located at 5106 Village Square Drive, Austin, TX, 78744, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B?
Austin ISD is the property owner/developer of record for AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B?
FGM Architects is the design firm of record for AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B cost and how big is it?
AISD Mendez Middle School - Building B has an estimated construction value of $3.5M and approximately 11,706 square feet (about $295/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Reconfiguration of music studios, space separations via partition, overall demolition and re-installation of fixtures 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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5106 Village Square Drive, Austin, TX, 78744
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