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Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen
6200 Tres Lagos Blvd Building D, Mcallen, TX, 78504
Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen is a new construction project at 6200 Tres Lagos Blvd Building D, Mcallen, in Hidalgo County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Feb 2029. The project has an estimated value of $42.0M across about 47,671 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $42.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 47,671 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $881/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 years
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187 days after the preceding date shown.
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731 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen
The Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen is a new construction project located at 6200 Tres Lagos Blvd Building D in McAllen, Hidalgo County. The facility will occupy 47,671 sq ft and is estimated to cost $42,000,000. This two-story structure includes a temporary student center component on the first floor, serving as a dedicated hub for AgriLife research activities in the Rio Grande Valley.
Texas A&M University is the owner of record for this development. The design firm of record is Randall Scott Architects, who is responsible for the architectural plans. Michael Lynn Kelley is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. The project involves public funds and public land, reflecting the institution’s commitment to regional infrastructure.
Project Scale and Timing
The estimated cost of $42,000,000 places this project above the median estimated cost for new construction filings in Hidalgo County, which stands at $664,320. The size of 47,671 sq ft is significantly larger than the county median of 6,000 sq ft. The cost per square foot is calculated at $881, which is above the county median of $100 per sq ft. These figures indicate a substantial investment in specialized research infrastructure compared to typical local commercial projects.
Construction is scheduled to start in February 2027. The project was registered with TDLR in August 2026, and plan review is pending. The completion date on the filing is targeted for February 2029. This results in a scheduled build window of 731 days, which is longer than the county median of 212 days for similar projects. The extended timeline reflects the complexity of building a new research facility with specific academic and laboratory requirements.
This figure may include additional costs or components not detailed in the specific TDLR filing for the building structure itself. The project represents a significant expansion of Texas A&M’s presence in the Rio Grande Valley, adding to its portfolio of registered projects in the state.
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Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen is a New Construction project located at 6200 Tres Lagos Blvd Building D, Mcallen, TX 78504 in Mcallen, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $42.0M covering 47,671 sq ft. Texas A&M University is the property owner and Randall Scott Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 20, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Texas A&M AgriLife research center in McAllen expected to be finished?
The completion date on the filing is targeted for February 2029. Construction is scheduled to start in February 2027, following the August 2026 registration with TDLR.
Who is designing the new research center at 6200 Tres Lagos Blvd?
Randall Scott Architects is the design firm of record. Michael Lynn Kelley is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
How much does the Texas A&M AgriLife McAllen project cost?
The estimated cost is $42,000,000. This translates to approximately $881 per square foot for the 47,671 sq ft facility.
Is the research center open for visitors?
No, the project is in the registration and planning phase. Construction has not yet started, with a scheduled start date of February 2027.
What is Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen?
Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen is a new construction project at 6200 Tres Lagos Blvd Building D in Mcallen, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New two story AgriLife research center with temporary student center component at first floor.
Is Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen open in Mcallen?
Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen is still under construction in Mcallen, TX, with an estimated completion of Feb 2029 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen located?
Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen is located at 6200 Tres Lagos Blvd Building D, Mcallen, TX, 78504, in Hidalgo County.
Who is the owner or developer of Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen?
Texas A&M University is the property owner/developer of record for Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen?
Randall Scott Architects is the design firm of record for Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen cost and how big is it?
Texas A&M AgriLife Rio Grande Valley Research Center at McAllen has an estimated construction value of $42.0M and approximately 47,671 square feet (about $881/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New two story AgriLife research center with temporary student center component at first floor.
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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6200 Tres Lagos Blvd Building D, Mcallen, TX, 78504
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