Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior in Austin, TX
1801 North Lamar, Austin, TX, 78701
Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior is a renovation/alteration project at 1801 North Lamar, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jun 2027. The project has an estimated value of $1.5M across about 62,168 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.5M
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 62,168 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $24/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 6 months
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83 days after the preceding date shown.
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177 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior
Swankienda Properties LLC is undertaking a $1,500,000 renovation for the Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior at 1801 North Lamar in Austin, Texas. The project, registered with TDLR in October 2026, is in the plan review stage with construction scheduled to begin in January 2027 and completion targeted for June 2027.
The scope of work for the Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior is defined as Exterior Modifications under a Site Plan Exemption. This filing is associated with the facility name 1801 North Lamar, located in Travis County. The site is situated within a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone AE, according to the National Flood Hazard Layer.
Project Details and Cost Context
Parallax Consulting Group serves as the design firm of record for this renovation. The estimated cost of $1,500,000 places the project above the median estimated cost for renovation and alteration filings in Travis County, which stands at $300,000. This positioning puts the project in the top quarter of recent county filings by cost.
While the total cost is higher than the county median, the cost per square foot is $24, which is below the county median of $103 per square foot. The scheduled build window is 177 days, a duration longer than the median 98-day build window observed in similar Travis County projects. These metrics are derived from 15,071 TDLR-registered renovation and alteration filings in the county.
Owner and Design Firm History
Swankienda Properties LLC has one other TDLR-registered project, also at 1801 North Lamar, with an estimated cost of $15,000,000. This prior registration is also listed as a project in progress. Parallax Consulting Group has six other TDLR-registered projects across Texas, including work in Houston, Jersey Village, and The Woodlands. These projects have various statuses, including review complete and project closed.
Local Census estimates for ZIP code 78701 indicate a population of about 11,114 and a median household income of $154,867. The median owner-occupied home value in this area is estimated at $653,600. The Travis County unemployment rate was 3.9 percent in August 2026. City of Austin permit records show three building permits on file at this street address, issued between March 2026 and March 2026, all for interior non-structural demolition.
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Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1801 North Lamar, Austin, TX 78701 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.5M covering 62,168 sq ft. Swankienda Properties LLC is the property owner and Parallax Consulting Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 13, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the project open to the public?
The project is a construction registration with TDLR. The record indicates plan review is pending and construction is targeted for June 2027, but does not state if the facility is open for business.
Who is the owner of the project?
Swankienda Properties LLC is the owner and developer of record for the Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior renovation at 1801 North Lamar in Austin.
What is the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost for the 62,168 sq ft exterior renovation is $1,500,000, which is above the median cost for similar projects in Travis County.
When is the construction expected to finish?
Construction is scheduled to start in January 2027, and the completion date on the filing is targeted for June 2027.
Is the site in a flood zone?
Yes, the site at 1801 North Lamar is inside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone AE, according to the National Flood Hazard Layer.
What is Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior?
Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior is a renovation/alteration project at 1801 North Lamar in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Exterior Modifications - Site Plan Exemption. 62,168 SF
Is Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior open in Austin?
Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Jun 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior located?
Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior is located at 1801 North Lamar, Austin, TX, 78701, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior?
Swankienda Properties LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior?
Parallax Consulting Group is the design firm of record for Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior cost and how big is it?
Texas Monthly Phase II Exterior has an estimated construction value of $1.5M and approximately 62,168 square feet (about $24/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Exterior Modifications - Site Plan Exemption. 62,168 SF
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.
Location & views
1801 North Lamar, Austin, TX, 78701
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Building permits found at or near this location
EXPRESS: Foundation repair
Meter rack. Ref 2026-064911 EP and 2026-064912 EP.
Interior tenant finishout of commercial office space less than 5000 sq ft.
Bldg 2 New Construction of 2-Story Single Family Res. [3bed 2.5bath] with attached carport
Construct new driveway approach of 18 FT
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City of Austin site plan approvals at this location
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