Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2027003882Renovation/Alteration
Funding type

This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation in Fort Worth, TX

801 7th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX, 76104

Opening ~May 2027Project Registered

Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 801 7th Avenue, Fort Worth, in Tarrant County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion May 2027. The project has an estimated value of $640K across about 1,000 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$640K
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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
1,000 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$640/sqft
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Scheduled duration
2 months
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Oct 19, 2026204 days across supplied datesMay 11, 2027

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  1. Project registered · TDLR filing

    Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

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  2. Scheduled construction start · Scheduled date

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    133 days after the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    71 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation

Cook Children's Medical Center is renovating the Emergency Department patient entrance at 801 7th Avenue in Fort Worth. The project, filed as the Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation, covers a 1,000 sq ft area with an estimated cost of $640,000. This renovation is registered with TDLR and is targeted for May 2027.

The work involves the renovation of the Emergency Department patient entrance. HKS Inc. is the design firm of record, and Kimberly J Goss is the registered accessibility specialist. The project is privately funded on private land for private use. It was registered with TDLR in October 2026, and plan review is pending.

Construction Timeline and Cost

Construction is scheduled to begin in March 2027. The filing lists a completion date of May 2027. The estimated cost of $640,000 translates to $640 per square foot. This cost per square foot is above the Tarrant County median of $79 per square foot for renovation and alteration filings. The total estimated cost is also above the county median of $250,000 for this project type.

The scheduled build window is 71 days, which is close to the county median of 92 days. The project is part of a broader portfolio of TDLR-registered projects by Cook Children's Medical Center, which has six other registered projects totaling $19,492,817.

Local Context and Permit Activity

Census estimates for ZIP code 76104 indicate a population of about 20,694 and a median household income of $56,848. The area has approximately 9,605 housing units, with housing mostly renter-occupied. The median owner-occupied home value in this ZIP code is $145,000.

City of Fort Worth permit records show at least 25 permits on file at this street address. The 25 most recent permits were issued between December 2025 and July 2026. These include plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and commercial building permits. The declared valuations on these permits total $533,085,000. HKS Inc. has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $165,652,740, including work for Texas Health Harris Methodist Southwest Fort Worth Hospital.

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Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 801 7th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76104 in Fort Worth, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $640K covering 1,000 sq ft. Cook Children's Medical Center is the property owner and HKS Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 19, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Cook Children's ED renovation scheduled to finish?

The project is targeted for May 2027. Construction is scheduled to start in March 2027, with plan review pending.

Who is the design firm for this project?

HKS Inc. is the design firm of record for the Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation.

How much does the renovation cost per square foot?

The estimated cost is $640 per square foot, based on a total estimated cost of $640,000 for 1,000 sq ft.

Is the hospital open during construction?

The TDLR record covers construction status and does not confirm business operating hours or opening status. The project is targeted for May 2027 completion.

What is Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation?

Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation is a renovation/alteration project at 801 7th Avenue in Fort Worth, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovation of Emergency Department Patient Entrance of Cook Children's Medical Center. 1,000sf

Is Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation open in Fort Worth?

Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation is still under construction in Fort Worth, TX, with an estimated completion of May 2027 according to its TDLR registration.

Where is Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation located?

Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation is located at 801 7th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, in Tarrant County.

Who is the owner or developer of Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation?

Cook Children's Medical Center is the property owner/developer of record for Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation?

HKS Inc. is the design firm of record for Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation cost and how big is it?

Cook Children's ED Secure Entry Renovation has an estimated construction value of $640K and approximately 1,000 square feet (about $640/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

Renovation of Emergency Department Patient Entrance of Cook Children's Medical Center. 1,000sf

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

801 7th Avenue, Fort Worth, TX, 76104

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Related City Permits

Building permits found at or near this location

801 7TH AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104
IssuedPlumbing BackflowBackflowOct 2026
FTW-PP26-18811
801 7TH AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104

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PendingRemodelInstitutionalSep 2026
$118K
FTW-PB26-13464
801 7TH AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104
IssuedMechanicalGeneralJul 2026
FTW-PM26-07373
801 7TH AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104
IssuedMechanicalJul 2026
FTW-PM26-07228
801 7TH AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104
IssuedPlumbingGeneralJul 2026
FTW-PP26-14046

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