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Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out in Houston, TX
1050 Quitman St, Houston, TX, 77009
Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out is a renovation/alteration project at 1050 Quitman St, Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Aug 2027. The project has an estimated value of $837K across about 8,400 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $837K
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- Reported floor area
- 8,400 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $100/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 8 months
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88 days after the preceding date shown.
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239 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out
The Carnegie Library at 1050 Quitman St in Houston is undergoing a renovation and interior build-out valued at $836,600. This project, filed as Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out, involves limited demolition and renovation of a multi-user restroom and other interior finishes across an 8,400 sq ft area. The City of Houston is the owner of record, and the work is targeted for August 2027.
Project Scope and Cost
Ryden Architecture, LLC is the design firm of record for this renovation. The estimated cost of $836,600 equates to $100 per square foot, which is above the Harris County median of $80 for similar renovation and alteration filings. The scheduled build window is 239 days, longer than the county median of 92 days for projects of this type. The project was registered with TDLR in October 2026, and plan review is pending.
This status indicates the property is not in a high-risk flood area according to the National Flood Hazard Layer. The project involves public funds and public land, consistent with its municipal ownership by the City of Houston.
Local Context and Comparisons
In ZIP code 77009, the median household income is $81,921, and the median owner-occupied home value is $403,600, according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The area has a population of about 36,107 and 17,890 housing units, with housing mostly owner-occupied. The City of Houston has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $10,332,655, including HFD Fire Station 22 and Trinity Gardens Park. Ryden Architecture, LLC has six other registered projects totaling $3,766,000, such as Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen in Humble and the City of Houston Super Hub.
The Harris County unemployment rate was 5 percent in August 2026, lower than a year earlier. This project represents a significant investment in public infrastructure, with costs in the top quarter of Harris County renovation filings. The registration status is Project Registered, and the completion date on the filing is August 2027.
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Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1050 Quitman St, Houston, TX 77009 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $837K covering 8,400 sq ft. City of Houston is the property owner and Ryden Architecture, LLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 8, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Carnegie Library renovation complete?
No, the project is registered with TDLR and plan review is pending. Construction is targeted for August 2027, with a start date of January 2027.
Who is building the Carnegie Library renovation?
The City of Houston is the owner, and Ryden Architecture, LLC is the design firm of record. William T Winning is the registered accessibility specialist.
How much does the Carnegie Library renovation cost?
The estimated cost is $836,600 for 8,400 sq ft, which is $100 per square foot. This is above the Harris County median of $80 per sq ft for similar projects.
What is the scope of the Carnegie Library work?
The scope includes limited demolition and renovation of a multi-user restroom and other interior finishes. It is classified as a Renovation/Alteration project.
What is Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out?
Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out is a renovation/alteration project at 1050 Quitman St in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Limited demolition and renovation of a multi-user restroom and other interior finishes.
Is Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out open in Houston?
Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out is still under construction in Houston, TX, with an estimated completion of Aug 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out located?
Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out is located at 1050 Quitman St, Houston, TX, 77009, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out?
City of Houston is the property owner/developer of record for Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out?
Ryden Architecture, LLC is the design firm of record for Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out cost and how big is it?
Carnegie Library: Restrooms Renovation and Interior Build Out has an estimated construction value of $837K and approximately 8,400 square feet (about $100/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Limited demolition and renovation of a multi-user restroom and other interior finishes.
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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1050 Quitman St, Houston, TX, 77009
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