Fort Worth Convention Center Remodel and Expansion - Phase 2

The Fort Worth Convention Center Remodel and Expansion - Phase 2 is a major renovation and alteration project located at 1201 Houston Street in Fort Worth, Texas. This 742,118 sq ft initiative involves a new 3-story addition that includes exhibit hall expansions and meeting room additions, alongside a 3-story renovation of existing meeting rooms. The project is registered with TDLR and is targeted for December 2029.

The City of Fort Worth serves as the owner of record for this development, which carries an estimated cost of $352,570,500. Bennett Partners is listed as the design firm of record, while Kimberly J Goss is the registered accessibility specialist. The filing indicates that construction was scheduled to begin in January 2026, following the project's registration with TDLR in October 2026. The work is funded through public funds and involves public land.

Scale and Regional Context

This project represents a significant investment in Tarrant County infrastructure. The estimated cost of $352,570,500 places it above the county median for renovation and alteration filings, which stands at $250,000. The size of 742,118 sq ft is substantially larger than the median size of 3,900 sq ft for similar projects in the region. The calculated cost of $475 per square foot is also above the county median of $79 per square foot, reflecting the complex scope of this convention center expansion.

The site is located in ZIP code 76102, an area with a population of approximately 11,783 residents according to U.S. Census estimates. The median household income in this area is $74,293, and the median owner-occupied home value is $338,700. The housing stock in this specific ZIP code is predominantly renter-occupied.

Administrative and Permit Status

The project status is listed as Project Registered, with plan review pending. The scheduled build window extends over 1,444 days, which is longer than the county median of 92 days for similar filings. City of Fort Worth permit records show 8 permits on file at this street address, issued between July 2025 and June 2026. These permits include plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and commercial building work, with total declared valuations of $11,173,000. Three of these permits have reached a final status, indicating active administrative activity at the location.