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South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo
4001 E. Paisano Drive, El Paso, TX, 79905
South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo is a renovation/alteration project at 4001 E. Paisano Drive, El Paso, in El Paso County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Nov 2027. The project has an estimated value of $1.7M across about 1,950 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.7M
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- Reported floor area
- 1,950 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $862/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 10 months
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99 days after the preceding date shown.
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290 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo
The South American Pavilion at the El Paso Zoo is undergoing a renovation focused on interior cosmetic changes to affected areas. This project, registered with TDLR in October 2026, involves a remodel of the existing structure located at 4001 E. Paisano Drive in El Paso. The work is classified as a renovation and alteration, with completion targeted for November 2027.
The estimated cost for this scope of work is $1,680,000. The project covers 1,950 sq ft of space, resulting in a computed cost of $862 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $66 per square foot for similar renovation and alteration filings in El Paso County. The scheduled build window of 290 days is longer than the county median of 120 days for comparable projects.
Project Details and Ownership
The City of El Paso, Capital Improvement Department, is the owner and developer of record for this improvement project. Castles Design Group serves as the design firm of record. Carmen Elizabeth Byers is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. The project involves public funds and public land, reflecting its nature as a municipal infrastructure update.
Castles Design Group has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $16,250,000 across Texas. These include locations in Katy, Midland, Rosharon, McAllen, and New Braunfels. The El Paso Zoo project stands out for its specific focus on the South American Pavilion interior. The design firm’s portfolio demonstrates a range of commercial and institutional renovations.
Local Context and Status
The project is situated in ZIP code 79905, which has a population of about 22,062 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median household income in this area is $25,496. The El Paso County unemployment rate was 4.6 percent in August 2026, lower than a year earlier. This local economic context frames the public investment in the zoo’s facilities.
Plan review is pending for this project. The construction start date per the filing is January 2027. The completion date on the filing is November 2027. The TDLR status is Project Registered. This status indicates that the project is in the early stages of the regulatory process, with significant work still to be completed before the target date.
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South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 4001 E. Paisano Drive, El Paso, TX 79905 in El Paso, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.7M covering 1,950 sq ft. City of El Paso, Capital Improvement Department is the property owner and Castles Design Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 8, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated cost of the South American Pavilion renovation?
The estimated cost for the South American Pavilion renovation at the El Paso Zoo is $1,680,000. This figure covers the interior cosmetic changes and remodel of the existing structure.
When is the project targeted for completion?
The project is targeted for November 2027. Construction is scheduled to start in January 2027, with plan review pending.
Who is the owner of record for this project?
The City of El Paso, Capital Improvement Department, is the owner and developer of record for the South American Pavilion improvements.
What is the square footage of the renovation?
The renovation covers 1,950 sq ft of space within the South American Pavilion at the El Paso Zoo.
Is the South American Pavilion open to the public during construction?
The TDLR record does not specify public access during construction. The project is registered for renovation and alteration, with completion targeted for November 2027.
What is South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo?
South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo is a renovation/alteration project at 4001 E. Paisano Drive in El Paso, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Remodel of existing South American Pavilion. Modification involves interior cosmetic changes to affected areas.
Is South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo open in El Paso?
South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo is still under construction in El Paso, TX, with an estimated completion of Nov 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo located?
South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo is located at 4001 E. Paisano Drive, El Paso, TX, 79905, in El Paso County.
Who is the owner or developer of South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo?
City of El Paso, Capital Improvement Department is the property owner/developer of record for South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo?
Castles Design Group is the design firm of record for South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo cost and how big is it?
South American Pavilion Improvements-El Paso Zoo has an estimated construction value of $1.7M and approximately 1,950 square feet (about $862/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Remodel of existing South American Pavilion. Modification involves interior cosmetic changes to affected areas.
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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4001 E. Paisano Drive, El Paso, TX, 79905
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