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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Livsmart Studios in Abilene, TX
2219 SCOTTISH ROAD, Abilene, TX, 79601
Livsmart Studios is a new construction project at 2219 SCOTTISH ROAD, Abilene, in Taylor County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Sep 2027. The project has an estimated value of $5.0M across about 59,964 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $5.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 59,964 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $83/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 10 months
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81 days after the preceding date shown.
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303 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Livsmart Studios
Livsmart Studios Abilene is a new four-story hotel development located at 2219 Scottish Road in Abilene, Texas. The project comprises 121 guestrooms across 59,964 square feet of floor space. MB Rentals, LLC is listed as the owner and developer of record for this construction effort. The estimated cost for the project is $5,000,000. This investment places the hotel in the top quarter of estimated costs for new construction filings in Taylor County. The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026. Plan review is pending, and completion is targeted for September 2027.
Project Scope and Design
Type SIX Design and Development serves as the design firm of record. The scope of work specifies the construction of a four-story hotel with 121 guestrooms. The estimated cost of $5,000,000 translates to approximately $83 per square foot. This figure is below the county median of $175 per square foot for similar new construction projects. The scheduled build window is 303 days, which is close to the county median of 245 days. The project is privately funded on private land for private use. Stephen D Macphie is the registered accessibility specialist assigned to the project.
Local Context and Status
The development is situated in ZIP code 79601. Census estimates for this area indicate a population of about 26,917. The median household income is estimated at $54,515. There are approximately 9,422 housing units in the area. The median owner-occupied home value is $182,900. Taylor County unemployment was 3.9 percent in July 2026. This rate is higher than it was a year earlier. The project status remains Project Registered with TDLR. Construction is scheduled to begin in December 2026. The timeline aligns with a completion date targeted for September 2027. No web mentions regarding third-party descriptions of this specific project are available in the provided facts.
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Livsmart Studios is a New Construction project located at 2219 SCOTTISH ROAD, Abilene, TX 79601 in Abilene, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $5.0M covering 59,964 sq ft. MB RENTALS, LLC is the property owner and TYPE SIX DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 11, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Livsmart Studios Abilene hotel located?
The hotel is located at 2219 Scottish Road in Abilene, Texas. The project is in Taylor County. It is situated in ZIP code 79601.
How many rooms does the new hotel have?
The project includes 121 guestrooms. The building is four stories high. The total square footage is 59,964.
Who is the developer of Livsmart Studios Abilene?
MB Rentals, LLC is the owner and developer of record. Type SIX Design and Development is the design firm. Stephen D Macphie is the accessibility specialist.
When will the hotel be finished?
Construction is scheduled to start in December 2026. Completion is targeted for September 2027. The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026.
Is the hotel open to the public?
The project is under construction. It is not open. The status is Project Registered. Completion is targeted for September 2027.
What is Livsmart Studios?
Livsmart Studios is a new construction project at 2219 SCOTTISH ROAD in Abilene, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: 4 Story Hotel 121 Guestrooms
Is Livsmart Studios open in Abilene?
Livsmart Studios is still under construction in Abilene, TX, with an estimated completion of Sep 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Livsmart Studios located?
Livsmart Studios is located at 2219 SCOTTISH ROAD, Abilene, TX, 79601, in Taylor County.
Who is the owner or developer of Livsmart Studios?
MB RENTALS, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Livsmart Studios, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Livsmart Studios?
TYPE SIX DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT is the design firm of record for Livsmart Studios, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Livsmart Studios cost and how big is it?
Livsmart Studios has an estimated construction value of $5.0M and approximately 59,964 square feet (about $83/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
4 Story Hotel 121 Guestrooms
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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2219 SCOTTISH ROAD, Abilene, TX, 79601
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