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Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation
305 Qualis Street, Gonzales, TX, 78629
Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 305 Qualis Street, Gonzales, in Gonzales County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion May 2027. The project has an estimated value of $2.0M across about 7,783 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 7,783 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $257/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 6 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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26 days after the preceding date shown.
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47 days after the preceding date shown.
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181 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation
The Gonzales County ESD #2 Fire Station #1 Renovation is a $2,004,000 project located at 305 Qualis Street in Gonzales, Texas. This renovation/alteration covers 7,783 sq ft of existing space, with a scope that includes updating the office, adding new structures, and overhauling the garage and mechanical areas. The work is registered with TDLR and is targeted for May 2027 for completion.
TSG Architects AIA serves as the design firm of record for this public safety facility upgrade. The registered accessibility specialist is Peter F Grojean. The project involves public funds and public land, reflecting its status as a critical infrastructure improvement for the Gonzales County Emergency Services District #2. Construction is scheduled to begin in November 2026 following a registration in September 2026.
Project Scope and Cost Context
The estimated cost of $2,004,000 translates to $257 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $142 per square foot for similar renovation filings in Gonzales County. The scheduled build window of 181 days is shorter than the county median of 245 days for comparable projects. The total estimated cost is in the top quarter of the 55 TDLR-registered renovation/alteration filings in the county, where the median cost is $850,000.
TSG Architects AIA has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $6,031,000. These include the Friar Ag Center in Cuero, the Smiley's Tire Shop in Luling, and the River Bend 2-Acre Park in Floresville. The firm also designed the Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative project in Gonzales, which is closed. This experience supports the technical complexity of the Fire Station #1 renovation, which includes mechanical and structural updates.
The site is located in Gonzales, Texas, a city with a population of about 12,380 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 estimates. The median household income in ZIP 78629 is $65,638, and the median owner-occupied home value is $193,200. The Gonzales County unemployment rate was 4.3 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier, providing context for the local labor market during the construction phase.
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Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 305 Qualis Street, Gonzales, TX 78629 in Gonzales, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.0M covering 7,783 sq ft. Gonzales County ESD #2 is the property owner and TSG Architects AIA is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 3, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated cost of the Gonzales County ESD #2 Fire Station #1 renovation?
The estimated cost is $2,004,000. This amount is above the county median for renovation projects and reflects the scope of office, garage, and mechanical updates.
When is the Fire Station #1 renovation targeted for completion?
The project is targeted for May 2027. Construction is scheduled to start in November 2026, with the registration filed in September 2026.
Who is the design firm for this fire station project?
TSG Architects AIA is the design firm of record. They have worked on several other projects in the region, including facilities in Cuero, Luling, and Gonzales.
Is the fire station renovation currently open to the public?
No, the project is in the construction planning and review phase. It is targeted for May 2027 completion, so it is not yet operational.
What is the square footage of the renovation work?
The project covers 7,783 sq ft. The scope includes the renovation of the office, addition, garage, and mechanical areas of the existing station.
What is Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation?
Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 305 Qualis Street in Gonzales, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovation of office, addition, garage, and mechanical areas to ESD Fire Station #1 and all associated work
Is Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation open in Gonzales?
Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation is still under construction in Gonzales, TX, with an estimated completion of May 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation located?
Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation is located at 305 Qualis Street, Gonzales, TX, 78629, in Gonzales County.
Who is the owner or developer of Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation?
Gonzales County ESD #2 is the property owner/developer of record for Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation?
TSG Architects AIA is the design firm of record for Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation cost and how big is it?
Gonzales County ESD #2 - Fire Station #1 Renovation has an estimated construction value of $2.0M and approximately 7,783 square feet (about $257/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovation of office, addition, garage, and mechanical areas to ESD Fire Station #1 and all associated work
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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305 Qualis Street, Gonzales, TX, 78629
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