Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
AutoZone #4252 Temp in Austin, TX
1636 E 51st, Austin, TX, 78723
AutoZone #4252 Temp is a renovation/alteration project at 1636 E 51st, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Nov 2026). The project has an estimated value of $516K across about 9,600 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $516K
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- Reported floor area
- 9,600 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $54/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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50 days after the preceding date shown.
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27 days after the preceding date shown.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
60 days after the preceding date shown.
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32 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About AutoZone #4252 Temp
AutoZone Parts, Inc. completed a renovation of an existing 9,600 s.f. building located at 1636 E 51st in Austin, Travis County. The project, identified on the filing as AutoZone #4252 Temp, transformed the structure into a retail auto parts store. The work was privately funded on private land for private use. The estimated cost for the renovation was $516,450, resulting in a cost per square foot of $54. This figure is below the Travis County median of $104 per square foot for similar renovation or alteration filings.
Project Timeline and Oversight
The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in June 2026. Plan review was completed in August 2026, with construction starting in September 2026. The scheduled build window was 92 days, which is close to the county median of 98 days. The owner and developer of record is Speedy Stop Food Stores LLC, while the design firm of record is Vissi Architecture + Design. Michael Lynn Kelley served as the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
Completion and Status
The building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in November 2026. This milestone confirms that the construction work required for accessibility compliance is finished. The filing lists the completion date as December 2026. While the construction phase is complete, the TDLR record covers construction only and does not record whether the business has started serving customers. The site is located outside the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (zone X).
City of Austin permit records show seven permits on file at this street address, issued between July 2026 and September 2026. These permits include three Building Permits, two Electrical Permits, one Mechanical Permit, and one Plumbing Permit. The most recent permit activity involved a change of use to a retail auto parts store with tenant fitout. Vissi Architecture + Design has two other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,632,496, including locations in Baytown and Nacogdoches.
Inspection Complete
Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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AutoZone #4252 Temp is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1636 E 51st, Austin, TX 78723 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $516K covering 9,600 sq ft. Speedy Stop Food Stores LLC is the property owner and Vissi Architecture + Design is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on June 17, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the AutoZone at 1636 E 51st open?
The TDLR record covers construction only and does not record whether the business has started serving customers. The building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in November 2026, but this does not confirm business operations.
Who is the registered accessibility specialist for this project?
Michael Lynn Kelley is the registered accessibility specialist for the AutoZone Parts, Inc. renovation at 1636 E 51st in Austin.
What is the total cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost for the renovation of the 9,600 s.f. building is $516,450.
When did construction start?
Construction for this project started in September 2026, following plan review completion in August 2026.
Who is the design firm for this project?
Vissi Architecture + Design is the design firm of record for this renovation project in Austin.
What is AutoZone #4252 Temp?
AutoZone #4252 Temp is a renovation/alteration project at 1636 E 51st in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Remodel of an existing 9,600 s.f. building to become auto parts retail store.
Is AutoZone #4252 Temp open in Austin?
Construction on AutoZone #4252 Temp is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Nov 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is AutoZone #4252 Temp located?
AutoZone #4252 Temp is located at 1636 E 51st, Austin, TX, 78723, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of AutoZone #4252 Temp?
Speedy Stop Food Stores LLC is the property owner/developer of record for AutoZone #4252 Temp, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for AutoZone #4252 Temp?
Vissi Architecture + Design is the design firm of record for AutoZone #4252 Temp, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does AutoZone #4252 Temp cost and how big is it?
AutoZone #4252 Temp has an estimated construction value of $516K and approximately 9,600 square feet (about $54/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Remodel of an existing 9,600 s.f. building to become auto parts retail store.
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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1636 E 51st, Austin, TX, 78723
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