Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
26-16 McJ River South in Austin, TX
401 S. 1st Street Suite 1525, Austin, TX, 78704
26-16 McJ River South is a renovation/alteration project at 401 S. 1st Street Suite 1525, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jan 2027. The project has an estimated value of $700K across about 10,318 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $700K
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- Reported floor area
- 10,318 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $68/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 4 months
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35 days after the preceding date shown.
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122 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About 26-16 McJ River South
River South is a 10,318 sq ft commercial renovation and tenant finish-out project located at 401 S. 1st Street Suite 1525 in Austin. The filing, registered as 26-16 McJ River South, identifies the owner of record as SRPF A QR Riversouth LLC. This privately funded work involves altering an existing space within Travis County for private use.
McKinney York Architects serves as the design firm of record for this project. The registered accessibility specialist is Mark S Robinson. The estimated cost for the renovation is $700,000, which calculates to $68 per square foot. This cost per square foot is below the county median of $103 for similar renovation filings in Travis County, although the total estimated cost is above the county median of $297,371.
The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in August 2026. Plan review is pending, and construction is scheduled to begin in October 2026. The completion date on the filing is targeted for January 2027. This scheduled build window of 122 days is close to the county median of 98 days for comparable renovation projects.
The site is located inside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, designated as zone AE. City of Austin permit records show at least 25 permits on file at this street address, with the 25 most recent issued between October 2024 and March 2026. These include electrical, building, mechanical, and plumbing permits, as well as ePlan Review records for office finish-outs in various suites at the address.
Design Firm Context
McKinney York Architects has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $20,426,948. These include the Yoakum Masonic Lodge in Yoakum, a new playground in Austin, and the Dinosaur Trackways Building in Austin. All listed projects for this firm have a review complete status. The River South project adds to this portfolio of commercial and institutional work in the region.
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26-16 McJ River South is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 401 S. 1st Street Suite 1525, Austin, TX 78704 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $700K covering 10,318 sq ft. SRPF A QR Riversouth LLC` is the property owner and McKinney York Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 27, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River South open for business?
The TDLR record indicates the project is under construction with a completion date targeted for January 2027. Construction status is distinct from business operations, and the filing does not confirm an opening date.
Who is the owner of River South?
The owner of record listed in the TDLR filing is SRPF A QR Riversouth LLC. The project is privately funded on private land.
Where is the River South project located?
The project is at 401 S. 1st Street Suite 1525, Austin, TX 78704, in Travis County. The site is within a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (zone AE).
What is the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost is $700,000 for 10,318 sq ft of work. This equates to $68 per square foot, which is below the Travis County median for similar renovation filings.
Who is the design firm for River South?
McKinney York Architects is the design firm of record. They have several other registered projects in Texas, including the Dinosaur Trackways Building and St Michaels Episcopal Church in Austin.
What is 26-16 McJ River South?
26-16 McJ River South is a renovation/alteration project at 401 S. 1st Street Suite 1525 in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Commercial Remodel/Tenant Finish-Out
Is 26-16 McJ River South open in Austin?
26-16 McJ River South is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Jan 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is 26-16 McJ River South located?
26-16 McJ River South is located at 401 S. 1st Street Suite 1525, Austin, TX, 78704, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of 26-16 McJ River South?
SRPF A QR Riversouth LLC` is the property owner/developer of record for 26-16 McJ River South, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for 26-16 McJ River South?
McKinney York Architects is the design firm of record for 26-16 McJ River South, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does 26-16 McJ River South cost and how big is it?
26-16 McJ River South has an estimated construction value of $700K and approximately 10,318 square feet (about $68/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Commercial Remodel/Tenant Finish-Out
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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401 S. 1st Street Suite 1525, Austin, TX, 78704
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