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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Texas RE Tenant Finish Out
8000 Metropolis Drive Building A, Suite 100, Austin, TX, 78744
Texas RE Tenant Finish Out is a renovation/alteration project at 8000 Metropolis Drive Building A, Suite 100, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion May 2027. The project has an estimated value of $1.2M across about 7,200 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.2M
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- Reported floor area
- 7,200 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $167/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 5 months
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48 days after the preceding date shown.
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130 days after the preceding date shown.
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140 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Texas RE Tenant Finish Out
Met Center Building A is undergoing a significant tenant expansion at 8000 Metropolis Drive, Building A, Suite 100, in Austin. The project involves the renovation and alteration of an existing space, expanding it into adjacent cold dark shell area to add 7,200 square feet of usable area. This work is scheduled to finish in May 2027, with construction starting in December 2026.
The estimated cost for this renovation is $1,200,000, which translates to $167 per square foot. This figure is above the Travis County median of $103 per square foot for similar renovation and alteration filings. The total project cost also sits above the county median of $297,000, placing it in the top quarter of comparable projects in the area.
Studio8 Architects serves as the design firm of record for this project. The firm has been involved in six other TDLR-registered projects totaling over $22 million, including developments in Austin and San Antonio. Mark S Robinson is the registered accessibility specialist listed on the filing, ensuring the space meets required standards during the build-out process.
The project is privately funded on private land for private use. It is registered with TDLR, with plan review completed in August 2026. The scheduled build window is 140 days, which is longer than the Travis County median of 98 days for similar renovations.
City of Austin permit records show 14 permits issued at this street address between July 2024 and August 2026. These include building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits, with the most recent noted as finish-out work for an admin office. The surrounding ZIP code 78744 has a population of about 51,069 and a median household income of $78,474, according to U.S. Census estimates.
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Texas RE Tenant Finish Out is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 8000 Metropolis Drive Building A, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78744 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.2M covering 7,200 sq ft. Met Center Partners-13 Ltd is the property owner and Studio8 Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on June 19, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the construction be finished?
Construction is scheduled to finish in May 2027. Work is set to begin in December 2026, following the completion of plan review in August 2026.
Who is the design firm for this project?
Studio8 Architects is the design firm of record. They are also involved in several other registered projects in the Austin and San Antonio areas.
How much does the renovation cost?
The estimated cost is $1,200,000. This amounts to $167 per square foot, which is above the Travis County median for similar renovation projects.
Is the business open for tenants?
The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in May 2027. It does not confirm that the business is open or operating.
What is the size of the expanded space?
The expansion adds 7,200 square feet to the existing tenant space by utilizing adjacent cold dark shell area in Building A.
What is Texas RE Tenant Finish Out?
Texas RE Tenant Finish Out is a renovation/alteration project at 8000 Metropolis Drive Building A, Suite 100 in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Expansion of an existing tenant space into adjacent cold dark shell space
Is Texas RE Tenant Finish Out open in Austin?
Texas RE Tenant Finish Out is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of May 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Texas RE Tenant Finish Out located?
Texas RE Tenant Finish Out is located at 8000 Metropolis Drive Building A, Suite 100, Austin, TX, 78744, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Texas RE Tenant Finish Out?
Met Center Partners-13 Ltd is the property owner/developer of record for Texas RE Tenant Finish Out, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Texas RE Tenant Finish Out?
Studio8 Architects is the design firm of record for Texas RE Tenant Finish Out, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Texas RE Tenant Finish Out cost and how big is it?
Texas RE Tenant Finish Out has an estimated construction value of $1.2M and approximately 7,200 square feet (about $167/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Expansion of an existing tenant space into adjacent cold dark shell space
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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8000 Metropolis Drive Building A, Suite 100, Austin, TX, 78744
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