Slaughter Lane Intersection Improvements

Slaughter Lane Intersection Improvements is a privately funded renovation project located at the future intersection of FM 1625 and US 183 in Austin, Texas. The work involves the reconstruction of both intersections to accommodate future traffic and development needs. This infrastructure upgrade is registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) under the accessibility program, with a status of Project Registered. The project is targeted for May 2027 completion.

Brookfield Residential Land is the owner and developer of record for this $6,982,000 initiative. LJA Engineering serves as the design firm of record, bringing experience from six other TDLR-registered projects in the state. The scope of work is strictly defined as the reconstruction of the intersections at Slaughter Lane, FM 1625, and US 183. While the filing lists a square footage of 1 sq ft, this figure reflects the linear nature of the intersection work rather than a building footprint.

Project Scope and Timeline

Construction is scheduled to begin in October 2026, following the September 2026 registration with TDLR. The planned build window is 212 days, which is longer than the county median of 98 days for similar renovation and alteration filings in Travis County. Plan review is pending, and the project is targeted for May 2027. The estimated cost places this project in the top quarter of comparable filings in the county, where the median cost is $297,008. This significant investment reflects the complexity of modifying two major state highway intersections to serve future land use.

The project is located in the 78747 ZIP code, an area with a population of about 21,757 and a median household income of $86,456. Census estimates for this area indicate 8,860 housing units, with a median owner-occupied home value of $395,500. The work is privately funded on private land for private use, supporting the broader development goals of the Brookfield Residential Land portfolio. Jesus E Lardizabal is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. The project does not involve the construction of a new facility but rather the alteration of existing road infrastructure to meet future accessibility and traffic requirements.

Regional Context

Travis County has 2,254 registered renovation and alteration projects in the last 24 months. This project stands out due to its high cost and specific focus on intersection improvements. LJA Engineering has other projects in the region, including Cedar Creek Elementary in Austin, which is under review. The Slaughter Lane project is distinct in its scale and cost, reflecting the significant engineering required to modify state highway intersections. The project is not open to the public as a business or facility; it is a construction project that will modify road infrastructure. The completion date is targeted for May 2027, after which the intersections will be ready for future use.