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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement in Sugar Land, TX
1111 Gillingham Lane, Sugar Land, TX, 77478
AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement is a renovation/alteration project at 1111 Gillingham Lane, Sugar Land, in Fort Bend County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Oct 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $1.0M across about 52,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 52,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $19/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3 months
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58 days after the preceding date shown.
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92 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement
AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement Sugar Land
APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS, Inc. is undertaking a significant renovation at 1111 Gillingham Lane in Sugar Land, Fort Bend County. The filing lists the facility as AOI FAB1 Bldg B Gas Rm Add, but the project is formally registered as AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement. This private construction initiative involves alterations to 52,000 square feet of office space across two floors. The scope includes mechanical, electrical, and plumbing revisions to support the tenant’s operational needs on the private land.
The project carries an estimated cost of $1,000,000, resulting in a cost per square foot of $19. This figure is notably below the county median for similar renovation and alteration work, which sits at $80 per square foot. While the total budget places this project in the top quarter of costs for Fort Bend County renovations, the low per-square-foot metric suggests efficient allocation of resources for the MEP revisions and structural alterations required for the space.
K O Design serves as the design firm of record for this development. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in June 2026, with construction scheduled to begin in July 2026. Janel Carona Bloom is the registered accessibility specialist overseeing the TABS compliance aspects. Plan review remains pending as the site prepares for the physical work to commence.
Completion of the tenant improvement is targeted for October 2026. The scheduled build window aligns closely with the county median of 92 days for comparable projects. The site is located outside the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (zone X), reducing flood-related construction risks. APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS, Inc. has other registered projects in the region, including work in Houston and additional filings in Sugar Land, indicating an ongoing expansion or maintenance strategy for their Texas facilities.
This privately funded project reflects the broader commercial activity in ZIP code 77478, where the median household income is reported at $116,205 according to U.S. Census estimates. The area’s strong housing market and owner-occupied demographic profile provide a stable backdrop for commercial real estate investments. The TDLR status remains Project Registered as the team moves toward the October completion target.
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AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1111 Gillingham Lane, Sugar Land, TX 77478 in Sugar Land, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.0M covering 52,000 sq ft. APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS, Inc is the property owner and K O Design is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on June 2, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement project finished?
The project is not finished. The TDLR record shows the completion date is targeted for October 2026, and plan review is pending.
Who is the owner of the building at 1111 Gillingham Lane?
APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS, Inc. is the owner and developer of record for this project. The filing identifies the facility as part of the AOI FAB1 Bldg B complex in Sugar Land.
What is the estimated cost of this renovation?
The estimated cost is $1,000,000. This covers alterations to 52,000 square feet of office space, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing revisions.
Who is the design firm for this project?
K O Design is the registered design firm of record. They are also associated with other TDLR-registered projects in Houston and Sugar Land.
Is the business currently open for customers?
The TDLR record covers construction only and does not record whether the business has started serving customers. Construction is targeted for October 2026.
What is AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement?
AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement is a renovation/alteration project at 1111 Gillingham Lane in Sugar Land, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Alterations to 2 floors of office space, includes MEP revisions
Is AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement open in Sugar Land?
AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement was scheduled to finish construction in Oct 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 AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement located?
AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement is located at 1111 Gillingham Lane, Sugar Land, TX, 77478, in Fort Bend County.
Who is the owner or developer of AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement?
APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS, Inc is the property owner/developer of record for AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement?
K O Design is the design firm of record for AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement cost and how big is it?
AOI FAB2 Tenant Improvement has an estimated construction value of $1.0M and approximately 52,000 square feet (about $19/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Alterations to 2 floors of office space, includes MEP revisions
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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1111 Gillingham Lane, Sugar Land, TX, 77478
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