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R.L. Turner High School Renovations in Carrollton, TX
1600 South Josey Lane, Carrollton, TX, 75006
R.L. Turner High School Renovations is a renovation/alteration project at 1600 South Josey Lane, Carrollton, in Dallas County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2026. The project has an estimated value of $54.4M across about 396,585 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $54.4M
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- 396,585 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $137/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 7mo
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📰About R.L. Turner High School Renovations
Renovations to the existing 2-story classroom building at R.L. Turner High School in Carrollton are targeted for December 2026. The project, filed as R.L. Turner High School Renovations, covers a 396,585 sq ft facility located at 1600 South Josey Lane in Dallas County. With an estimated cost of $54,400,000, the work represents a significant modernization effort for the school infrastructure.
The scope of work includes updates to classrooms, the media center, courtyards, the cafeteria, and restrooms. This renovation/alteration project is owned by Carrollton - Farmers Branch ISD and is being designed by Glenn Partners. Marcela Abadi Rhoads serves as the registered accessibility specialist for the filing, ensuring compliance with state standards for accessibility.
Project Scale and Cost Context
At $137 per square foot, this project’s cost per unit area is above the Dallas County median of $72 for similar renovation and alteration filings. The total estimated cost of $54,400,000 places this project in the top quarter of costs among the 32,443 renovation and alteration filings recorded in the county. The scheduled build window of 561 days is longer than the county median of 92 days, reflecting the complexity of updating such a large educational facility.
Glenn Partners has registered six other projects with TDLR, including the Westwood Junior High School renovation in Dallas valued at $120,000,000 and the Richardson West Middle School project in Richardson at $54,000,000. This pattern indicates a consistent involvement in large-scale educational infrastructure projects across the region. The project involves public funds and public land, underscoring its importance to the local community.
The project was registered with TDLR in August 2026, following a construction start date of June 2025. Plan review is pending, and the completion date on the filing remains targeted for December 2026. The Dallas County unemployment rate was 3.3 percent in July 2026, a figure higher than the rate recorded a year earlier. This economic context accompanies the ongoing construction activities at the school site.
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R.L. Turner High School Renovations is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1600 South Josey Lane, Carrollton, TX 75006 in Carrollton, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $54.4M covering 396,585 sq ft. Carrollton - Farmers Branch ISD is the property owner and Glenn Partners is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 27, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the R.L. Turner High School renovation expected to finish?
The project is targeted for December 2026. The filing lists a construction start of June 2025 and a completion date of December 2026, with plan review pending.
What is the estimated cost of the renovations?
The estimated cost is $54,400,000. This figure is based on the TDLR filing for the 396,585 sq ft building renovation in Carrollton.
Who is the design firm for this project?
Glenn Partners is the design firm of record. They are also registered for other school projects in the Dallas area, such as Westwood Junior High School.
What parts of the school are being renovated?
The scope includes classrooms, the media center, courtyards, the cafeteria, and restrooms. The work is classified as a renovation and alteration of the existing structure.
What is R.L. Turner High School Renovations?
R.L. Turner High School Renovations is a renovation/alteration project at 1600 South Josey Lane in Carrollton, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovations to an existing 2-story 396,585 sf classroom building. Spaces affected include classrooms, media center, courtyards, cafeteria, and restrooms
Is R.L. Turner High School Renovations open in Carrollton?
R.L. Turner High School Renovations is still under construction in Carrollton, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is R.L. Turner High School Renovations located?
R.L. Turner High School Renovations is located at 1600 South Josey Lane, Carrollton, TX, 75006, in Dallas County.
Who is the owner or developer of R.L. Turner High School Renovations?
Carrollton - Farmers Branch ISD is the property owner/developer of record for R.L. Turner High School Renovations, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for R.L. Turner High School Renovations?
Glenn Partners is the design firm of record for R.L. Turner High School Renovations, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does R.L. Turner High School Renovations cost and how big is it?
R.L. Turner High School Renovations has an estimated construction value of $54.4M and approximately 396,585 square feet (about $137/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovations to an existing 2-story 396,585 sf classroom building. Spaces affected include classrooms, media center, courtyards, cafeteria, and restrooms
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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1600 South Josey Lane, Carrollton, TX, 75006
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