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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Cortex 2.0 in Austin, TX
1035 Robotic Ave, Austin, TX, 78725
Cortex 2.0 is a new construction project at 1035 Robotic Ave, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2029. The project has an estimated value of $50K across about 46,400 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $50K
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- Reported floor area
- 46,400 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $1/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3y 5mo
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1,224 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Cortex 2.0
Tesla, Inc. is developing a 46,400-square-foot semiconductor facility at 1035 Robotic Ave in Austin, Texas. The project, designated as Cortex 2.0, involves ground-up new construction and complete interior finish out. The estimated cost for this specific filing is $50,000.
The project was registered with TDLR in August 2026. Plan review is pending, and construction is targeted for December 2029. The TDLR status is Project Registered. Mark S Robinson serves as the registered accessibility specialist for the filing.
Project Scope and Location
The site is located in Travis County within the 78725 ZIP code. Census estimates for this area indicate a population of about 10,810 and a median household income of $102,819. The housing stock consists of 4,293 units, with a median owner-occupied home value of $306,800.
This development is privately funded on private land for private use. Tesla, Inc. has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,125,000. These include the Austin Semiconductor Fab and North Campus Manufacturing in Austin, both valued at $50,000 and registered. Other locations in Brookshire, Cotulla, and Waco range from $200,000 to $400,000.
Context and Comparisons
The scheduled build window for Cortex 2.0 is 1,224 days. This duration is longer than the county median of 304 days for new construction filings in Travis County. The estimated cost of $50,000 is below the county median of $1,000,000. The cost per square foot is $1, which is below the county median of $125 per square foot. These figures are computed from 6,778 TDLR-registered new construction filings in the county.
Travis County reported an unemployment rate of 3.9 percent in July 2026. The project represents a significant addition to the local industrial landscape, focusing on semiconductor manufacturing capabilities within the Austin metro area.
Project Registered
Project has been registered with TDLR and is in pre-construction phase
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Cortex 2.0 is a New Construction project located at 1035 Robotic Ave, Austin, TX 78725 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $50K covering 46,400 sq ft. Tesla, Inc. is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on August 25, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated cost of the Cortex 2.0 project?
The estimated cost listed in the TDLR filing is $50,000. This figure is below the median estimated cost for new construction projects in Travis County.
Who is the owner of the facility?
The owner of record is Tesla, Inc. The project is privately funded and located on private land for private use.
Is the project currently open for business?
The project is under construction and targeted for December 2029. It is not open. The TDLR status indicates the project is registered and plan review is pending.
What is the size of the new facility?
The semiconductor facility is 46,400 square feet. The scope includes ground-up construction and complete interior finish out.
Where is the project located?
The facility is located at 1035 Robotic Ave, Austin, TX 78725, in Travis County. It is situated in a FEMA moderate-risk flood zone.
What is Cortex 2.0?
Cortex 2.0 is a new construction project at 1035 Robotic Ave in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: 46,400 SF, Ground up and complete interior finish out of the semiconductor facility.
Is Cortex 2.0 open in Austin?
Cortex 2.0 is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2029 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Cortex 2.0 located?
Cortex 2.0 is located at 1035 Robotic Ave, Austin, TX, 78725, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Cortex 2.0?
Tesla, Inc. is the property owner/developer of record for Cortex 2.0, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Cortex 2.0 cost and how big is it?
Cortex 2.0 has an estimated construction value of $50K and approximately 46,400 square feet (about $1/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
46,400 SF, Ground up and complete interior finish out of the semiconductor facility.
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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1035 Robotic Ave, Austin, TX, 78725
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