Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Hot Topic in Austin, TX
9600 S I-35 Frontage Road Suite 96G-400, Austin, TX, 78748
Hot Topic is a renovation/alteration project at 9600 S I-35 Frontage Road Suite 96G-400, 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 $180K across about 5,023 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $180K
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 5,023 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $36/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
29 days after the preceding date shown.
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40 days after the preceding date shown.
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A date supplied in the filing; this does not confirm that work started or finished.
72 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Hot Topic
Southpark Meadows is a 5,023-square-foot tenant infill project located at 9600 S I-35 Frontage Road Suite 96G-400 in Austin, Texas. The filing identifies the specific business name as Hot Topic. This renovation and alteration work is registered with TDLR and is targeted for January 2027.
The project involves the tenant infill of existing space within the Southpark Meadows development. The estimated cost for this work is $180,000, which results in a cost of $36 per square foot. This figure is below the county median of $103 per square foot for similar renovation and alteration filings in Travis County. The scheduled build window is 72 days, which is shorter than the county median of 98 days.
BVA SPM SPE LLC and Southpark Meadows SPE HL LLC are listed as the owners and developers of record. ArcVision, Inc. is the design firm of record for this project. The registered accessibility specialist is Richard Todd Lozano. The project is privately funded on private land for private use.
Census estimates for ZIP code 78748 indicate a population of about 54,942 and a median household income of $107,652. The area has approximately 25,694 housing units, with a median owner-occupied home value of $434,100.
City of Austin permit records show at least 25 permits on file at this street address. The 25 most recent permits were issued between January 2026 and September 2026. These include seven electrical permits, six plumbing permits, six building permits, and six mechanical permits. The most recent permit listed is for installing a sprinkler system.
Project Context
ArcVision, Inc. has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,370,000. These include locations in San Antonio, Wylie, Mansfield, Corpus Christi, and Lake Jackson. The Travis County unemployment rate was 3.9 percent in July 2026. This project is part of a broader pattern of commercial renovations in the region, reflecting ongoing development in Austin's commercial corridors.
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Hot Topic is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 9600 S I-35 Frontage Road Suite 96G-400, Austin, TX 78748 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $180K covering 5,023 sq ft. BVA SPM SPE LLC & Southpark Meadows SPE HL LLC is the property owner and ArcVision, Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 3, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hot Topic store open?
The TDLR record shows the project is registered and targeted for January 2027. It does not indicate that the business is open or operating. Construction status is separate from business opening.
Who is the design firm for this project?
ArcVision, Inc. is the design firm of record for the Southpark Meadows project. They are responsible for the design aspects of this tenant infill renovation.
What is the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost for the 5,023-square-foot renovation is $180,000. This equates to $36 per square foot, which is below the Travis County median for similar projects.
When is the project expected to be complete?
The completion date on the filing is January 2027. The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026 and is targeted for January 2027.
What is Hot Topic?
Hot Topic is a renovation/alteration project at 9600 S I-35 Frontage Road Suite 96G-400 in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Tenant infill of existing space, 5023 Square Feet
Is Hot Topic open in Austin?
Hot Topic is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Jan 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Hot Topic located?
Hot Topic is located at 9600 S I-35 Frontage Road Suite 96G-400, Austin, TX, 78748, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Hot Topic?
BVA SPM SPE LLC & Southpark Meadows SPE HL LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Hot Topic, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Hot Topic?
ArcVision, Inc. is the design firm of record for Hot Topic, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Hot Topic cost and how big is it?
Hot Topic has an estimated construction value of $180K and approximately 5,023 square feet (about $36/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Tenant infill of existing space, 5023 Square Feet
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.
Location & views
9600 S I-35 Frontage Road Suite 96G-400, Austin, TX, 78748
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Building permits found at or near this location
Replacement of existing fire pump controller.
Replacement of existing fire pump controller.
Interior remodel to existing office suite. Combining suite 350E with 325E to be one suite. No access control requested J box installs for possible access control to be applied under separate permit by future tenant. No change of use.
Replacement of complete existing central heat and air system with or without duct work
Install Sprinkler System
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