Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2027001229Renovation/Alteration
Funding type

This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out

3501 Liberty Lane, Tyler, TX, 75701

Opening ~Jun 2027Project Registered

CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out is a renovation/alteration project at 3501 Liberty Lane, Tyler, in Smith County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jun 2027. The project has an estimated value of $10.0M across about 24,508 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$10.0M
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Reported floor area
24,508 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$407/sqft
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Scheduled duration
9 months
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Sep 16, 2026287 days across supplied datesJun 30, 2027

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  1. Project registered · TDLR filing

    Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

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  2. Scheduled construction start · Scheduled date

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    5 days after the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    282 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out

The UT Tyler College of Business renovation is underway at 3501 Liberty Lane in Tyler, with an estimated cost of $9,980,363. This project, filed as CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out, involves the finish out of 24,508 sq ft of shell space within the existing Soules College of Building. The work is targeted for June 2027, following a registration with TDLR in September 2026.

The scope is limited to creating flexible, future-ready classrooms, faculty offices, and student collaboration spaces. This renovation/alteration project is owned by The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System and designed by SmithGroup.

Project Scale and Cost Context

At $9,980,363, this project's estimated cost is above the county median for renovation/alteration filings in Smith County. The scheduled build window of 282 days is longer than the county median of 103 days. The cost per square foot is $407, which is above the county median of $96. These figures are derived from TDLR-registered filings in the area.

SmithGroup has six other TDLR-registered projects, including the Pohl Recreation Center in Denton and General Motors CCA Parts Distribution in Roanoke. The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System has two other closed projects in Austin, totaling $249,500,000. The project is privately funded on private land for private use.

Local Context and Labor Market

The ZIP code 75701 has a population of about 35,804 and a median household income of $62,091, according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. Housing in the area is mostly owner-occupied, with a median owner-occupied home value of $190,500. The Smith County unemployment rate was 4.4 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier, per FRED data.

Plan review is pending, and the project status is Project Registered. The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is Marcela Abadi Rhoads. The construction start date per the filing is September 2026, with completion targeted for June 2027. This project represents a significant investment in the educational infrastructure of Tyler, focusing on modernizing the fourth floor of the UT Tyler College of Business.

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CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 3501 Liberty Lane, Tyler, TX 75701 in Tyler, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $10.0M covering 24,508 sq ft. The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System is the property owner and SmithGroup is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 16, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the estimated cost of the UT Tyler College of Business renovation?

The estimated cost for the fourth floor finish out project is $9,980,363.

Who is the design firm for this project?

SmithGroup is the design firm of record for the renovation of the Soules College of Business.

What is the square footage of the renovation?

The project covers 24,508 sq ft of shell space on the fourth floor.

When is the project targeted for completion?

The project is targeted for June 2027, with a construction start in September 2026.

What is CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out?

CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out is a renovation/alteration project at 3501 Liberty Lane in Tyler, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: The scope of this project is limited to the finish out of the fourth floor shell space within the existing Soules College of Business building to create flexible, future ready classrooms, faculty offices and student collaboration spaces.

Is CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out open in Tyler?

CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out is still under construction in Tyler, TX, with an estimated completion of Jun 2027 according to its TDLR registration.

Where is CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out located?

CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out is located at 3501 Liberty Lane, Tyler, TX, 75701, in Smith County.

Who is the owner or developer of CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out?

The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System is the property owner/developer of record for CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out?

SmithGroup is the design firm of record for CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out cost and how big is it?

CGSS COB 4th Floor Finish Out has an estimated construction value of $10.0M and approximately 24,508 square feet (about $407/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

The scope of this project is limited to the finish out of the fourth floor shell space within the existing Soules College of Business building to create flexible, future ready classrooms, faculty offices and student collaboration spaces.

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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3501 Liberty Lane, Tyler, TX, 75701

32.31387, -95.25192

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