Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
DHR Research Building in Mcallen, TX
1212 East Dove, Mcallen, TX, 78504
DHR Research Building is a new construction project at 1212 East Dove, Mcallen, in Hidalgo County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jun 2027. The project has an estimated value of $5.6M across about 63,640 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $5.6M
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- Reported floor area
- 63,640 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $88/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 10 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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8 days after the preceding date shown.
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25 days after the preceding date shown.
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303 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About DHR Research Building
The DHR Research Building is a new four-story shell structure being constructed at 1212 East Dove in McAllen. The project covers 63,640 square feet of floor space and carries an estimated cost of $5,579,698. This new construction effort is scheduled to finish in June 2027, with active work beginning in August 2026.
Project Scope and Cost Analysis
The filing describes the work as a new four-story shell building. The estimated cost of $5,579,698 places the DHR Research Building above the median estimated cost for new construction filings in Hidalgo County. That county median stands at $660,512, with the middle half of projects ranging from $250,000 to $1,692,409. This specific project falls within the top quarter of costs for its type in the region.
The size of the building also exceeds the local norm. The median size for new construction in Hidalgo County is 6,000 square feet. At 63,640 square feet, this structure is significantly larger than the typical filing. The cost per square foot is calculated at $88. This figure is close to the county median of $100 per square foot, indicating a standard pricing structure relative to the area's construction market.
Timeline and Local Context
The scheduled build window for this project is 303 days. This duration is longer than the county median scheduled build window of 212 days. The extended timeline reflects the scale of the four-story shell construction. TDLR completed plan review in August 2026, clearing the path for the construction phase to start that same month.
Firm Consulting serves as the design firm of record for this project. This firm has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $33,793,908. These include DHR Brownsville Hospital, DHR Women's Hospital, and Doctors Hospital at Renaissance. Most of these prior projects are closed, while Driscoll Children's Hospital is in review complete status. The registered accessibility specialist for this McAllen project is Felipe Guerrero.
The project is privately funded and located on private land for private use. It is situated in ZIP code 78504, which has a population of about 61,816 according to U.S. Census estimates. The median household income in this area is $77,627. The local labor market in Hidalgo County shows an unemployment rate of 6.8 percent . This rate is higher than it was a year earlier, reflecting broader economic conditions in the region.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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DHR Research Building is a New Construction project located at 1212 East Dove, Mcallen, TX 78504 in Mcallen, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $5.6M covering 63,640 sq ft. DHR Real Estate Partners LTD is the property owner and Firm Consulting is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 29, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the DHR Research Building open for business?
No, the project is under construction. TDLR records show construction is scheduled to finish in June 2027. The status is strictly for construction completion, not operational opening.
Who is the owner of this project?
The owner of record is DHR Real Estate Partners LTD. They are developing the new four-story shell building at 1212 East Dove in McAllen, Texas.
What is the total size of the building?
The building has a total floor area of 63,640 square feet. It is a new four-story shell structure located in Hidalgo County.
When did construction start?
Construction start is listed as August 2026 in the filing. TDLR completed plan review in August 2026, allowing work to proceed immediately after approval.
Is this project publicly funded?
No, the project is privately funded. It is located on private land for private use, as stated in the TDLR registration details.
What is DHR Research Building?
DHR Research Building is a new construction project at 1212 East Dove in Mcallen, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New 4 Story Shell Building,
Is DHR Research Building open in Mcallen?
DHR Research Building is still under construction in Mcallen, TX, with an estimated completion of Jun 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is DHR Research Building located?
DHR Research Building is located at 1212 East Dove, Mcallen, TX, 78504, in Hidalgo County.
Who is the owner or developer of DHR Research Building?
DHR Real Estate Partners LTD is the property owner/developer of record for DHR Research Building, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for DHR Research Building?
Firm Consulting is the design firm of record for DHR Research Building, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does DHR Research Building cost and how big is it?
DHR Research Building has an estimated construction value of $5.6M and approximately 63,640 square feet (about $88/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New 4 Story Shell Building,
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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1212 East Dove, Mcallen, TX, 78504
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