The Colony Police Dept and Fire Admin Renovation

The Colony Police Dept and Fire Admin Renovation is a $3,000,000 project located at 5151 N. Colony Blvd in Denton County. The work involves the renovation and alteration of an existing 8,876 sq ft building to house new administrative offices for the local police and fire departments. The City of The Colony is the owner of record for this public infrastructure improvement.

According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) filing, the project was registered in July 2026. Construction is scheduled to begin in October 2026, with completion targeted for June 2027. This timeline represents a scheduled build window of 272 days, which is longer than the 92-day median for similar renovation filings in the county. The estimated cost of $338 per square foot is above the county median of $80 for renovation and alteration projects.

Design and Funding Details

Parkhill is the design firm of record for the renovation. The project involves public funds and is situated on public land. The registered accessibility specialist for the filing is Jeffrey A Gutknecht. The City of The Colony has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $15,131,929, including street reconstruction and trail development projects in the area.

Local records indicate that the City of The Colony approved a resolution to fund the design of this renovation. A city council agenda item from August 2025 lists the project as the Police Department and Fire Administration Renovation at the Old Community Center location. The project is in a registered status with plan review pending. This renovation aims to consolidate administrative functions into a single modernized facility for first responders and administrative staff.

Context and Comparison

Among 5259 TDLR-registered renovation filings in Denton County, this project's estimated cost places it in the top quarter. The median estimated cost for similar projects is $235,000, with a median size of 3,382 sq ft. The $3,000,000 budget and 8,876 sq ft scale distinguish this project from the typical median renovation in the region. Parkhill has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $23,421,224, including facilities in Lubbock, Midland, and Amarillo. The project reflects a significant investment in public safety infrastructure for the community.