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Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy
4050 Motley Drive, Mesquite, TX, 75150
Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy is a new construction project at 4050 Motley Drive, Mesquite, in Dallas County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Aug 2028. The project has an estimated value of $58.0M across about 109,759 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $58.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 109,759 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $528/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 8mo
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69 days after the preceding date shown.
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609 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy
Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy is a new elementary school under construction at 4050 Motley Drive in Mesquite. The project is registered with TDLR and targeted for August 2028. It represents a significant addition to the district’s infrastructure, with an estimated cost of $58,000,000 and a total size of 109,759 square feet.
Project Scope and Design
The filing identifies the work as new construction for a single educational facility. WRA Architects, Inc. serves as the design firm of record for this project. The registered accessibility specialist is Sharlynn L Keys. The project involves public funds and public land, meeting the criteria for TDLR registration. The estimated cost per square foot is $528, which is above the Dallas County median of $125 for similar new construction filings.
The scheduled build window is 609 days, starting in December 2026. This duration is longer than the county median of 243 days for projects of this type. The project was registered in September 2026, and plan review is pending. The completion date on the filing is August 2028, aligning with the targeted timeline.
Regional Context
Mesquite Independent School District has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $38,100,000. These include Horn High School, A.C. New Middle School, and McDonald Middle School, all in Mesquite. WRA Architects, Inc. has six other registered projects totaling $42,352,397, including facilities in Corsicana and Nevada. This project is the largest in terms of cost among the listed district projects.
The location is in ZIP code 75150, which has a population of about 63,023. The median household income in this area is $65,985. The housing stock consists of 24,892 units, with an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied homes. The median owner-occupied home value is $221,000. These Census estimates provide context for the community served by the new school.
Dallas County’s unemployment rate was 3.3 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier. The labor market data reflects the broader economic environment in which the construction is taking place. The project’s scale and cost position it as a major development in the local education sector.
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Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy is a New Construction project located at 4050 Motley Drive,, Mesquite, TX 75150 in Mesquite, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $58.0M covering 109,759 sq ft. Mesquite Independent School District is the property owner and WRA Architects, Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 23, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the school open?
No. The project is under construction and targeted for August 2028. It is not yet open or operating, as indicated by the TDLR registration status.
Who is building the school?
Mesquite Independent School District is the owner of record. WRA Architects, Inc. is the design firm of record. The specific general contractor is not listed in the provided facts.
How big is the school?
The new building will be 109,759 square feet according to the scope of work described in the TDLR filing for this project.
What is the estimated cost?
The estimated cost for the new construction of Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy is $58,000,000, which is above the county median for similar projects.
When does construction finish?
The completion date on the filing is August 2028. The project was registered in September 2026 with a scheduled build window of 609 days.
What is Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy?
Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy is a new construction project at 4050 Motley Drive in Mesquite, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: This project consists of a new elementary school for Mesquite ISD. The new building will be 109,759 square feet.
Is Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy open in Mesquite?
Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy is still under construction in Mesquite, TX, with an estimated completion of Aug 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy located?
Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy is located at 4050 Motley Drive, Mesquite, TX, 75150, in Dallas County.
Who is the owner or developer of Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy?
Mesquite Independent School District is the property owner/developer of record for Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy?
WRA Architects, Inc. is the design firm of record for Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy cost and how big is it?
Mesquite ISD Motley-Lawrence Environmental Science Academy has an estimated construction value of $58.0M and approximately 109,759 square feet (about $528/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
This project consists of a new elementary school for Mesquite ISD. The new building will be 109,759 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.
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4050 Motley Drive, Mesquite, TX, 75150
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