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Tarleton State University COSM Renovations in Stephenville, TX
680 Texan Trace, Stephenville, TX, 76401
Tarleton State University COSM Renovations is a renovation/alteration project at 680 Texan Trace, Stephenville, in Erath 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 3,500 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.2M
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- Reported floor area
- 3,500 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $343/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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6 days after the preceding date shown.
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38 days after the preceding date shown.
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212 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Tarleton State University COSM Renovations
The renovation of the TSUU Lamar Johnson Science Building in Stephenville is a $1,200,000 project covering 3,500 square feet of interior space. Filed under the name Tarleton State University COSM Renovations, the work involves alterations to specific rooms within the science facility at 680 Texan Trace. The project is registered with TDLR and is scheduled to finish in May 2027.
Construction is set to begin in October 2026, following the completion of plan review in August 2026. The scope of work includes renovations in rooms 103, 203, 207e, 216, 217, 421, 421c, and 400. This targeted update focuses on the existing infrastructure of the science building rather than new construction or expansion.
Project Details and Cost Context
The estimated cost of $1,200,000 places this project in the top quarter of renovation and alteration filings in Erath County over the last 24 months. The median cost for similar projects in the county is $300,000, with the middle half ranging from $150,000 to $900,000. At $343 per square foot, the cost per unit area is significantly above the county median of $106 per square foot.
PACT Design Studio LLC is the design firm of record, and Eddie Hare serves as the registered accessibility specialist. The owner of record is Texas A&M University Systems, which also has five other TDLR-registered projects in the state, including the TAMU Mechanical Engineering Building and the Becky Gates Children's Center. This project involves public funds, public land, or a Federally funded roadway project.
Location and Area Profile
The surrounding area, ZIP code 76401, has a population of about 30,873 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. Median household income in the area is $60,864, and the median owner-occupied home value is $252,000. Housing in this region is mostly owner-occupied, with 13,826 housing units recorded.
Erath County’s unemployment rate was 4.3 percent in July 2026, a figure higher than the rate recorded a year earlier. The scheduled build window for this renovation is 212 days, which is longer than the county median of 122 days for similar renovation and alteration projects. This timeline reflects the specific scope of interior updates required for the science building's designated rooms.
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Tarleton State University COSM Renovations is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 680 Texan Trace, Stephenville, TX 76401 in Stephenville, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.2M covering 3,500 sq ft. Texas A&M University Systems is the property owner and PACT Design Studio LLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 18, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the TSUU Lamar Johnson Science Building renovation scheduled to finish?
TDLR records indicate the project is scheduled to finish in May 2027, with construction starting in October 2026.
Who is the owner of the TSUU Lamar Johnson Science Building project?
The owner of record is Texas A&M University Systems, which manages several other TDLR-registered projects across the state.
What is the estimated cost of the science building renovation?
The estimated cost for the 3,500 square foot renovation is $1,200,000, which is above the median cost for similar projects in Erath County.
Which rooms are being renovated in the science building?
The scope includes rooms 103, 203, 207e, 216, 217, 421, 421c, and 400 within the science building.
Is the TSUU Lamar Johnson Science Building open to the public?
The TDLR record tracks construction status, not business operations. The project is scheduled to finish in May 2027, but the record does not confirm public opening dates.
What is Tarleton State University COSM Renovations?
Tarleton State University COSM Renovations is a renovation/alteration project at 680 Texan Trace in Stephenville, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovation in the rooms 103 203 207e 216 217 421 421c and 400 in the science building
Is Tarleton State University COSM Renovations open in Stephenville?
Tarleton State University COSM Renovations is still under construction in Stephenville, TX, with an estimated completion of May 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Tarleton State University COSM Renovations located?
Tarleton State University COSM Renovations is located at 680 Texan Trace, Stephenville, TX, 76401, in Erath County.
Who is the owner or developer of Tarleton State University COSM Renovations?
Texas A&M University Systems is the property owner/developer of record for Tarleton State University COSM Renovations, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Tarleton State University COSM Renovations?
PACT Design Studio LLC is the design firm of record for Tarleton State University COSM Renovations, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Tarleton State University COSM Renovations cost and how big is it?
Tarleton State University COSM Renovations has an estimated construction value of $1.2M and approximately 3,500 square feet (about $343/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovation in the rooms 103 203 207e 216 217 421 421c and 400 in the science 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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680 Texan Trace, Stephenville, TX, 76401
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