Galindo - Portable

Galindo Elementary School in Austin is undergoing a renovation and alteration project focused on adding a new portable building with a ramp and landing. Located at 3800 S 2nd St, Unit E, the 1,500 sq ft structure is estimated to cost $200,000, which works out to $133 per square foot. The project is registered under the filing name Galindo - Portable, a designation that reflects the specific scope of work rather than a new business identity.

The owner of record is the Austin Independent School District, which also manages several other TDLR-registered projects in the city, including renovations at Davis Elementary and Covington Middle School. Smith Holt Architecture and Project Management serves as the design firm of record, having previously completed similar accessibility projects for schools and residential complexes in Travis County. Mark S Robinson is the registered accessibility specialist listed for this filing.

Project Scope and Costs

The work involves the installation of a new portable facility, specifically designed to include a ramp and landing to meet accessibility standards. This type of renovation is common in school districts looking to expand capacity or improve access without the disruption of full structural overhauls. The estimated cost of $200,000 is below the Travis County median of $298,000 for similar renovation and alteration filings, though the cost per square foot is above the county median of $103.

Construction was scheduled to begin in June 2026, following the completion of plan review in the same month. The filing indicated a completion date of August 2026. While the scheduled build window of 49 days is shorter than the county median of 98 days, the public record does not confirm the physical state of the site. TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current status of the construction is not verified in the official database.

Location and Context

The project is situated in Travis County, a region with a robust labor market. The ZIP code 78704 has a population of approximately 50,479, with a median household income of $97,160. City of Austin permit records show seven permits on file at this street address between March 2022 and June 2026, including building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits. One recent permit is described as a new portable and flatwork project, aligning with the TDLR filing scope.