Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
161 & Forum Retail in Grand Prairie, TX
1655 s. forum dr. and 3771 sh 161, Grand Prairie, TX, 75052
161 & Forum Retail is a new construction project at 1655 s. forum dr. and 3771 sh 161, Grand Prairie, in Dallas County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jun 2022). The project has an estimated value of $2.5M across about 16,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.5M
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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
- 16,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $156/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 9 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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35 days after the preceding date shown.
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The project record was closed in TDLR.
273 days after the preceding date shown.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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📰About 161 & Forum Retail
161 & Forum Retail in Grand Prairie is a completed new construction project located at the intersection of 1655 S. Forum Dr. and 3771 SH 161 in Dallas County. This 16,000 sq ft spec retail building was developed by Forum & 161 LLC and designed by NO 10 Design Group. The project represents a significant investment in the local commercial sector, with an estimated cost of $2,500,000. This figure translates to a cost per square foot of $156, which is above the county median for similar new construction filings.
The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in July 2021. Construction began shortly thereafter in September 2021, with an initial completion date set for June 2022. Sheri Bumgardner served as the registered accessibility specialist for this filing. The work was privately funded on private land for private use, adhering to all accessibility standards required for such developments in Texas.
Project Timeline and Status
The construction schedule spanned 273 days, which is close to the county median build window of 243 days. TDLR closed the project file in June 2022, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. This closure confirms that the accessibility components of the build met the regulatory requirements at the time of completion. The project is now fully closed in the state records.
Market Context
Forum & 161 LLC has other registered projects in Grand Prairie, including Forum Retail and Bahama Buck's, totaling $550,000 in estimated costs. NO 10 Design Group has also worked on six other TDLR-registered projects, including storage facilities and medical offices across Texas. The ZIP code 75052 has a population of about 95,485 and a median household income of $87,320. Housing in the area is mostly owner-occupied, with a median home value of $282,100 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 estimates.
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161 & Forum Retail is a New Construction project located at 1655 s. forum dr. and 3771 sh 161, Grand Prairie, TX 75052 in Grand Prairie, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.5M covering 16,000 sq ft. Forum & 161 LLC is the property owner and NO 10 DESIGN GROUP is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 28, 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 161 & Forum Retail open?
The TDLR record covers construction only and does not record whether the business has started serving customers. The project status is closed, meaning the building phase is complete.
Who is the owner of 161 & Forum Retail?
Forum & 161 LLC is the owner and developer of record for this 16,000 sq ft retail project in Grand Prairie.
What is the total cost of the project?
The estimated cost for this new construction is $2,500,000. This equates to $156 per square foot.
When was the project completed?
Construction started in September 2021. The TDLR closed the project file in June 2022, marking the end of the accessibility review process.
Who designed the building?
NO 10 Design Group is the design firm of record for this project. Sheri Bumgardner served as the registered accessibility specialist.
What is 161 & Forum Retail?
161 & Forum Retail is a new construction project at 1655 s. forum dr. and 3771 sh 161 in Grand Prairie, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: new spec retail construction
Is 161 & Forum Retail open in Grand Prairie?
Construction on 161 & Forum Retail is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jun 2022. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is 161 & Forum Retail located?
161 & Forum Retail is located at 1655 s. forum dr. and 3771 sh 161, Grand Prairie, TX, 75052, in Dallas County.
Who is the owner or developer of 161 & Forum Retail?
Forum & 161 LLC is the property owner/developer of record for 161 & Forum Retail, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for 161 & Forum Retail?
NO 10 DESIGN GROUP is the design firm of record for 161 & Forum Retail, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does 161 & Forum Retail cost and how big is it?
161 & Forum Retail has an estimated construction value of $2.5M and approximately 16,000 square feet (about $156/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
new spec retail construction
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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1655 s. forum dr. and 3771 sh 161, Grand Prairie, TX, 75052
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