Construction complete ยท Dec 2021๐ŸProject Closed๐Ÿ—๏ธ New Construction๐Ÿ’ต This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK

KENNEY FORT & PALM VALLEY BLVD US Hwy 79, Round Rock, TX 78665, Round Rock, TX, 78665

KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK is a new construction project at KENNEY FORT & PALM VALLEY BLVD US Hwy 79, Round Rock, in Williamson County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Dec 2021). The project has an estimated value of $475.0M.

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๐Ÿ“ŠProject Metrics

TDLR #EABPRJB8803317
$475.0M
Project Value
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Square Feet
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Cost/SqFt
3y 7mo
Duration
Registered:Oct 20, 2017
Start:Jun 1, 2018
Target:Dec 1, 2021
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Project Closed

Project has been completed and closed

KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK is a New Construction project located at KENNEY FORT & PALM VALLEY BLVD US Hwy 79, Round Rock, TX 78665 in Round Rock, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $475.0M. TODD NELSON SR. is the property owner and HKS INC. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 20, 2017.

โ“Frequently Asked Questions

What is KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK?

KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK is a new construction project at KENNEY FORT & PALM VALLEY BLVD US Hwy 79 in Round Rock, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Master planned, mixed-use development consisting of 1.4+million sf of hotel, indoor theme par, indoor water par

Is KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK open in Round Rock?

Construction on KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK is complete โ€” TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Dec 2021. The building is finished and very likely open.

Where is KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK located?

KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK is located at KENNEY FORT & PALM VALLEY BLVD US Hwy 79, Round Rock, TX, 78665, in Williamson County.

Who is the owner or developer of KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK?

TODD NELSON SR. is the property owner/developer of record for KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK?

HKS INC. is the design firm of record for KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK cost and how big is it?

KALAHARI RESORT -HOTEL &THEME/WATER PARK has an estimated construction value of $475.0M, based on its TDLR filing.

๐Ÿ“‹Scope of Work

Master planned, mixed-use development consisting of 1.4+million sf of hotel, indoor theme par, indoor water par

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.

๐Ÿ“…Compliance Timeline

Project Registered
October 20, 2017
Project Closed
December 1, 2021
Construction Start
June 1, 2018
Expected Completion
December 1, 2021

๐Ÿ“…Project Timeline

Filed

Oct 20, 2017

Review Complete

Inspection Complete

Closed

Dec 1, 2021

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TDLR ID: EABPRJB8803317

Property Owner

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TODD NELSON SR.
Contact: Registered by TDLR
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DALE HENSEN PO BOX 590, 1305 KALAHARI DR., WISCONSIN DELLS, WI 53965

Design Firm

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HKS INC
1073 projects ยท $27.81B
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MICHAEL A. AYER, AIA 350 NORTH ST. PAUL, STE. 100, DALLAS, TX 75201

Registered Accessibility Specialist

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GOSS, KIM
RAS #51
12720 HILLCREST RD STE 580, DALLAS, TX 75230
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Williamson County Economy

3.6%
Unemployment
$437K
Median Listing
4,956
Bldg Permits/yr
753K
Population
3,420
Active Listings
$113K
Median Income
Source: FRED ยท Updated May 2026
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