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Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library
4845 Broadway Blvd, Garland, TX, 75043
Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library is a renovation/alteration project at 4845 Broadway Blvd, Garland, in Dallas County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Sep 2027. The project has an estimated value of $1.2M across about 29,500 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.2M
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- Reported floor area
- 29,500 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $39/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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24 days after the preceding date shown.
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34 days after the preceding date shown.
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365 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library
The City of Garland is transforming a partial parking lot at the South Garland Library into an outdoor plaza. This renovation and alteration project covers approximately 29,500 square feet of site improvement, converting paved surfaces into a public engagement area. The work is registered with TDLR under the specific filing name "Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library," located at 4845 Broadway Blvd, Garland, TX 75043.
The estimated cost for this site improvement is $1,160,000. This figure places the project above the median estimated cost for renovation and alteration filings in Dallas County, which stands at $248,976. However, the cost per square foot is $39, which is below the county median of $72 per square foot for similar projects. The City of Garland is the owner and developer of record for this public land improvement.
Timeline and Regulatory Status
TDLR completed plan review in August 2026, marking the regulatory milestone as Review Complete. Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2026. The project is scheduled to finish in September 2027. This one-year build window is longer than the county median of 92 days for similar renovation and alteration filings. The project involves public funds and public land, ensuring it is part of the city’s broader infrastructure development.
The registered accessibility specialist for this project is Marcela Abadi Rhoads. The site is located in Dallas County, specifically in ZIP code 75043. According to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates, this area has a population of about 63,733 people and a median household income of $75,454. The median owner-occupied home value in this ZIP code is $253,300.
The City of Garland has another TDLR-registered project, Rick Oden Park, with an estimated cost of $3,000,000. This South Garland Library project is distinct from that park development, focusing specifically on the outdoor engagement area adjacent to the library. The Dallas County unemployment rate was 3.3 percent in July 2026, according to FRED data. This construction project contributes to the local labor market during its execution phase.
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Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 4845 Broadway Blvd, Garland, TX 75043 in Garland, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.2M covering 29,500 sq ft. GARLAND CITY OF is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on August 3, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scope of the South Garland Library project?
The project involves renovating a partial parking lot of approximately 29,500 square feet into an outdoor plaza. This is a site improvement classified as a renovation and alteration under TDLR regulations.
When is the construction scheduled to finish?
Construction is scheduled to finish in September 2027. Plan review was completed in August 2026, and work is set to start in September 2026.
Who is the owner of this project?
The owner and developer of record is the City of Garland. The project involves public funds and public land located at 4845 Broadway Blvd.
What is the estimated cost per square foot?
The estimated cost is $39 per square foot. This is below the Dallas County median of $72 per square foot for similar renovation and alteration filings.
Is the South Garland Library open to the public?
The TDLR record tracks construction status, not business operations. The project is a construction site scheduled to finish in September 2027, and the record does not indicate the library's current opening status.
What is Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library?
Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library is a renovation/alteration project at 4845 Broadway Blvd in Garland, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: The site improvement consist of renovating partial parking lot (approximate 29,500 sf) into an outdoor plaza
Is Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library open in Garland?
Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library is still under construction in Garland, TX, with an estimated completion of Sep 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library located?
Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library is located at 4845 Broadway Blvd, Garland, TX, 75043, in Dallas County.
Who is the owner or developer of Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library?
GARLAND CITY OF is the property owner/developer of record for Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library cost and how big is it?
Outdoor Engagement Area at S. Garland Library has an estimated construction value of $1.2M and approximately 29,500 square feet (about $39/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
The site improvement consist of renovating partial parking lot (approximate 29,500 sf) into an outdoor plaza
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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4845 Broadway Blvd, Garland, TX, 75043
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