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TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building
702 E Blackland Road, Temple, TX, 76502
TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building is a new construction project at 702 E Blackland Road, Temple, in Bell County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Oct 2027. The project has an estimated value of $500K across about 7,500 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $500K
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- Reported floor area
- 7,500 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $67/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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📰About TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building
The Texas A&M AgriLife Blackland Research & Extension Center in Temple is constructing a new 7,500 sq ft pre-engineered metal building. This structure will serve as a storage and service shop for the research facility, adding specialized utility space to the campus located at 702 E Blackland Road. The project is registered with TDLR under the name TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building.
State of Texas funds this new construction, which carries an estimated cost of $500,000. This valuation equates to $67 per square foot, a figure that sits below the county median of $151 for similar new construction filings in Bell County. The total investment is also below the median estimated cost of $850,000 for this project type in the region.
Design and Scope
Pillar Architecture Studio is the design firm of record for the project. The scope involves a new pre-engineered metal building intended specifically for storage and service shop functions. This addition supports the operational needs of the Blackland Research & Extension Center by providing dedicated space for equipment and maintenance activities associated with agricultural research.
The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026. Construction is scheduled to begin in October 2026, with completion targeted for October 2027. This 365-day build window is longer than the county median of 242 days for similar new construction projects.
Steven E Rinehart is the registered accessibility specialist for this filing. The project involves public funds and public land, reflecting its status as a state-owned research asset. Temple is home to approximately 51,175 residents, with a median household income of $80,504 according to U.S. Census estimates for ZIP code 76502.
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TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building is a New Construction project located at 702 E Blackland Road, Temple, TX 76502 in Temple, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $500K covering 7,500 sq ft. State of Texas is the property owner and Pillar Architecture Studio is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 2, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the new building?
The new pre-engineered metal building will serve as a storage and service shop space for the Texas A&M AgriLife Blackland Research & Extension Center.
Who is the owner of the project?
The State of Texas is the owner and developer of record for this new construction project.
When is the construction expected to finish?
The project is targeted for October 2027, following a scheduled start date of October 2026.
What is TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building?
TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building is a new construction project at 702 E Blackland Road in Temple, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New pre-engineered metal building used as a storage and service shop space for the research facility.
Is TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building open in Temple?
TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building is still under construction in Temple, TX, with an estimated completion of Oct 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building located?
TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building is located at 702 E Blackland Road, Temple, TX, 76502, in Bell County.
Who is the owner or developer of TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building?
State of Texas is the property owner/developer of record for TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building?
Pillar Architecture Studio is the design firm of record for TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building cost and how big is it?
TAMU AgriLife New Shop Building has an estimated construction value of $500K and approximately 7,500 square feet (about $67/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New pre-engineered metal building used as a storage and service shop space for the research 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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702 E Blackland Road, Temple, TX, 76502
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