Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Addition in Georgetown, TX

Williamson County is constructing a 20,000 sq ft addition to its regional animal shelter at 1855 SE Inner Loop in Georgetown. The project, valued at $14,000,000, adds first-floor kennels and second-floor office space to the existing facility. This expansion is targeted for January 2027, following a registration with TDLR in September 2026.

The scope of work focuses on expanding capacity within the current footprint. The new structure will house additional animal housing on the ground level, while the upper floor will provide administrative space. This configuration supports the shelter’s operational needs without requiring a new site.

Project Details and Cost

Quorum Architects serves as the design firm of record for the project. The estimated cost of $14,000,000 reflects the scale of the construction, which is above the median estimated cost for similar additions in Williamson County. The cost per square foot is $700, a figure that exceeds the county median of $164 per square foot for this type of work.

Williamson County has several other TDLR-registered projects in the area, including the Williamson County Jail and segments of the Ronald Regan Blvd Widening. This shelter addition is one of multiple public infrastructure investments in the region. The project involves public funds and is located on public land.

The site is located in ZIP code 78626, where the U.S. Census estimates a population of about 45,020. The median household income in this area is $94,967, and the median owner-occupied home value is $358,500.

Timeline and Registration

Construction is scheduled to begin in November 2026, with plan review pending at the time of registration. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Jon E Carey. The TDLR status is listed as Project Registered, confirming the formal filing of the accessibility requirements.

The scheduled build window of 61 days is shorter than the county median of 206 days for similar additions. This rapid timeline suggests a focused construction effort to complete the kennel and office expansions efficiently. The project aligns with broader county efforts to improve public facilities in Georgetown.