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University of Houston, Hobby School of Public
4101 Martin Luther King Blvd., Houston, TX, 77204
University of Houston, Hobby School of Public is a new construction project at 4101 Martin Luther King Blvd., Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jul 2028. The project has an estimated value of $42.8M across about 46,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $42.8M
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- Reported floor area
- 46,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $930/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2y 4mo
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113 days after the preceding date shown.
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738 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About University of Houston, Hobby School of Public
The University of Houston, Hobby School of Public (see above) is a new 46,000-square-foot building under construction at 4101 Martin Luther King Blvd. in Houston. The project is valued at $42,800,000 and includes site work for the surrounding landscape. This new construction expands the academic infrastructure in Harris County.
Lake Flato Architects serves as the design firm of record. The scope covers the full erection of the structure and integration of exterior grounds. With an estimated cost of $42,800,000, the project represents a significant investment in the university's physical footprint. Robert W Green is the registered accessibility specialist for the filing.
Construction is set to begin in April 2026. The timeline extends over two years, with the project scheduled to finish in July 2028. This duration allows for the phased completion of internal systems and external landscape elements. TDLR plan review was completed in July 2026, and the status is Review Complete.
Project Scale and Market Context
At 46,000 square feet, this facility is larger than the median new construction project in Harris County, which typically measures 9,000 square feet. The estimated cost of $42,800,000 places this project in the top quarter of filings for its type in the county, where the median estimated cost is $750,000. The cost per square foot stands at $930, which is above the county median of $88 per square foot. The scheduled build window of 851 days is longer than the county median of 221 days.
The University of Houston has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $52,217,420, including the New Dining Commons and Susanna Garrison Hall. Lake Flato Architects has six other registered projects totaling $78,810,015, ranging from the Lower School in Midland to the AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center in Austin.
Review Complete
Design review complete, construction may proceed
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University of Houston, Hobby School of Public is a New Construction project located at 4101 Martin Luther King Blvd., Houston, TX 77204 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $42.8M covering 46,000 sq ft. University of Houston is the property owner and Lake Flato Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 23, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the construction scheduled to end?
The project is scheduled to finish in July 2028. Construction work is set to start in April 2026, creating a build window of approximately two years.
Who is the architect for this building?
Lake Flato Architects is the design firm of record for this University of Houston project. The firm is also responsible for several other registered projects in Texas.
What is the total square footage of the new building?
The new construction building is 46,000 square feet. This measurement includes the structure itself, while the scope of work also covers surrounding landscape site work.
Is the building open to the public?
The TDLR record indicates the project is in the construction phase. The filing shows a completion date of July 2028, so the building is not yet operational.
Who is the registered accessibility specialist?
Robert W Green is listed as the registered accessibility specialist for this project in the TDLR filing. This role ensures the design meets accessibility standards.
What is University of Houston, Hobby School of Public?
University of Houston, Hobby School of Public is a new construction project at 4101 Martin Luther King Blvd. in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New construction building (46,000 sf) and site work for surrounding landscape.
Is University of Houston, Hobby School of Public open in Houston?
University of Houston, Hobby School of Public is still under construction in Houston, TX, with an estimated completion of Jul 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is University of Houston, Hobby School of Public located?
University of Houston, Hobby School of Public is located at 4101 Martin Luther King Blvd., Houston, TX, 77204, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of University of Houston, Hobby School of Public?
University of Houston is the property owner/developer of record for University of Houston, Hobby School of Public, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for University of Houston, Hobby School of Public?
Lake Flato Architects is the design firm of record for University of Houston, Hobby School of Public, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does University of Houston, Hobby School of Public cost and how big is it?
University of Houston, Hobby School of Public has an estimated construction value of $42.8M and approximately 46,000 square feet (about $930/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New construction building (46,000 sf) and site work for surrounding landscape.
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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4101 Martin Luther King Blvd., Houston, TX, 77204
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