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LATINO LEARNING CENTER in Houston, TX
3522 POLK ST., Houston, TX, 77003
LATINO LEARNING CENTER is a renovation/alteration project at 3522 POLK ST., Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Sep 2027. The project has an estimated value of $750K across about 8,380 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $750K
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- Reported floor area
- 8,380 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $89/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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27 days after the preceding date shown.
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71 days after the preceding date shown.
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365 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About LATINO LEARNING CENTER
The Latino Learning Center at 3522 Polk St. in Houston is undergoing an interior renovation of approximately 8,380 square feet on the first floor of an existing two-story community learning center. This project is scheduled to finish in September 2027, with construction work commencing in September 2026. The scope includes renovating classrooms, an event hall, and circulation spaces, along with limited demolition and related utility updates.
Project Scope and Costs
With an estimated cost of $750,000, the renovation equates to $89 per square foot. This figure is close to the Harris County median of $80 per square foot for similar renovation and alteration filings. However, the total cost is above the county median of $250,000, placing it in the top quarter of comparable projects in the area. The scheduled build window of 365 days is longer than the county median of 92 days for this type of work.
Collaborate Architects is the design firm of record for this project. The firm has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $39,407,180, including a $37.5 million project in Houston and several projects in Magnolia. Rodolfo Gonzalez is the owner or developer of record. Robert W Green is the registered accessibility specialist for this filing.
Location and Context
The site is located in ZIP code 77003, which has a population of about 9,721 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median household income in this area is $88,837, and the median owner-occupied home value is $363,000. The housing stock is an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied units.
According to third-party sources, the Latino Learning Center provides vocational training, ESL classes, and community programs in Houston. A post by ABC13 noted that the center has been helping the immigrant population in Houston for 43 years. The organization also offers senior housing and serves Hispanic families. The project is privately funded on private land for private use.
TDLR completed plan review in June 2026. The status is listed as Review Complete. The project was registered with TDLR in May 2026. The Harris County unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier. This renovation will update the interior spaces of the community center, potentially improving the facilities available to residents and community members in the Houston area.
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LATINO LEARNING CENTER is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 3522 POLK ST., Houston, TX 77003 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $750K covering 8,380 sq ft. RODOLFO GONZALEZ is the property owner and COLLABORATE ARCHITECTS is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on May 26, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Latino Learning Center renovation scheduled to finish?
The project is scheduled to finish in September 2027. Construction is set to start in September 2026, with TDLR plan review completed in June 2026.
What is the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost is $750,000. This works out to $89 per square foot for the 8,380 square feet of interior renovation space.
Who is designing the Latino Learning Center renovation?
Collaborate Architects is the design firm of record. Rodolfo Gonzalez is the owner or developer of record for the project.
Is the Latino Learning Center open for business?
The TDLR record covers construction status, not business operations. Third-party sources describe the center as providing vocational training, ESL classes, and community programs in Houston.
What is the scope of the work?
The work includes interior renovation of the first floor, covering classrooms, an event hall, and circulation spaces, along with limited demolition and utility updates.
What is LATINO LEARNING CENTER?
LATINO LEARNING CENTER is a renovation/alteration project at 3522 POLK ST. in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: INTERIOR RENOVATION OF APPROX 8,380 SF PF THE FIRST FLOOR OF AN EXISTING TWO-STROY COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER. WORK INCLUDES RENOVATING CLASSROOMS, EVENT HALL, AND CIRCULATION SPACES. LIMITED DEMO TOGETHER WITH RELATED UTILITIES AS REQUIRED.
Is LATINO LEARNING CENTER open in Houston?
LATINO LEARNING CENTER is still under construction in Houston, TX, with an estimated completion of Sep 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is LATINO LEARNING CENTER located?
LATINO LEARNING CENTER is located at 3522 POLK ST., Houston, TX, 77003, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of LATINO LEARNING CENTER?
RODOLFO GONZALEZ is the property owner/developer of record for LATINO LEARNING CENTER, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for LATINO LEARNING CENTER?
COLLABORATE ARCHITECTS is the design firm of record for LATINO LEARNING CENTER, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does LATINO LEARNING CENTER cost and how big is it?
LATINO LEARNING CENTER has an estimated construction value of $750K and approximately 8,380 square feet (about $89/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
INTERIOR RENOVATION OF APPROX 8,380 SF PF THE FIRST FLOOR OF AN EXISTING TWO-STROY COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER. WORK INCLUDES RENOVATING CLASSROOMS, EVENT HALL, AND CIRCULATION SPACES. LIMITED DEMO TOGETHER WITH RELATED UTILITIES AS REQUIRED.
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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3522 POLK ST., Houston, TX, 77003
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