Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Raise The Bar
3500 E Parmer Ln, Suite 2152, Austin, TX, 78754
Raise The Bar is a renovation/alteration project at 3500 E Parmer Ln, Suite 2152, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Mar 2027. The project has an estimated value of $500K across about 2,100 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $500K
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- Reported floor area
- 2,100 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $238/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 4 months
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41 days after the preceding date shown.
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119 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Raise The Bar
Janis ATX LLC is renovating a 2,100 sq ft commercial shell at East Village Town Center, Building 2, to create Raise The Bar, a new cocktail lounge and bar. The project is located at 3500 E Parmer Ln, Suite 2152, in Austin, Texas. This renovation/alteration work is estimated to cost $500,000, resulting in a cost of $238 per square foot.
The scope of work includes the first-generation tenant finish out of the existing space. Contractors will install interior partitions, build out restrooms and the bar area, apply finishes, and complete associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) work. Garrett Brown Architecture LLC serves as the design firm of record for this build-out.
Project Timeline and Status
The project was registered with TDLR in October 2026. Construction is scheduled to begin in November 2026, with a planned completion date targeted for March 2027. The current TDLR status is Project Registered, indicating that plan review is pending. The scheduled build window is 119 days, which is close to the county median of 98 days for similar renovation filings in Travis County.
While the estimated cost is above the Travis County median of $299,550 for renovation projects, the per-square-foot cost of $238 is also above the county median of $103. Janis ATX LLC has four other TDLR-registered projects in Austin, totaling $4,100,000, suggesting a continued development presence in the area.
Raise The Bar will operate in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,964 and a median owner-occupied home value of $318,900, according to U.S. Census estimates for ZIP code 78754. The project is privately funded and intended for private use. Kristin Janelle Zoerner is the registered accessibility specialist associated with this filing.
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Project has been registered with TDLR and is in pre-construction phase
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Raise The Bar is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 3500 E Parmer Ln, Suite 2152, Austin, TX 78754 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $500K covering 2,100 sq ft. JANIS ATX LLC is the property owner and Garrett Brown Architecture LLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 6, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the construction status of Raise The Bar?
The project is registered with TDLR and plan review is pending. Construction is scheduled to start in November 2026 and is targeted for March 2027.
Who is developing Raise The Bar?
Janis ATX LLC is the owner and developer of record. Garrett Brown Architecture LLC is the design firm, and Kristin Janelle Zoerner is the registered accessibility specialist.
How much does the renovation cost?
The estimated cost for the 2,100 sq ft renovation is $500,000, which equates to $238 per square foot.
Is Raise The Bar open for business?
No, the project is in the construction phase. The filing indicates work is scheduled to begin in late 2026 and finish in early 2027.
Where is the project located?
It is located at 3500 E Parmer Ln, Suite 2152, in East Village Town Center, Building 2, Austin, Texas 78754.
What is Raise The Bar?
Raise The Bar is a renovation/alteration project at 3500 E Parmer Ln, Suite 2152 in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: First generation tenant finish out of existing commercial shell space for a new cocktail lounge/bar, including interior partitions, restrooms, bar build out, finishes, and associated MEP work.
Is Raise The Bar open in Austin?
Raise The Bar is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Mar 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Raise The Bar located?
Raise The Bar is located at 3500 E Parmer Ln, Suite 2152, Austin, TX, 78754, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Raise The Bar?
JANIS ATX LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Raise The Bar, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Raise The Bar?
Garrett Brown Architecture LLC is the design firm of record for Raise The Bar, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Raise The Bar cost and how big is it?
Raise The Bar has an estimated construction value of $500K and approximately 2,100 square feet (about $238/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
First generation tenant finish out of existing commercial shell space for a new cocktail lounge/bar, including interior partitions, restrooms, bar build out, finishes, and associated MEP work.
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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3500 E Parmer Ln, Suite 2152, Austin, TX, 78754
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