Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2022004968New Construction
Funding type

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

St. Catherine COPTIC Church in Pearland, TX

2539 Zapalac Road, Pearland, TX, 77581

Construction complete · Oct 2026Inspection Complete

St. Catherine COPTIC Church is a new construction project at 2539 Zapalac Road, Pearland, in Brazoria County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Oct 2026). The project has an estimated value of $450K across about 3,000 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$450K
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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
3,000 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$150/sqft
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Scheduled duration
2y 5mo
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Nov 9, 20211,799 days across supplied datesOct 13, 2026

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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. Review complete · TDLR filing

    The filing records completion of the accessibility review.

    Same day as the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled construction start · Scheduled date

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    613 days after the preceding date shown.

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  4. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    869 days after the preceding date shown.

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  5. Inspection complete · TDLR filing

    The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.

    317 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About St. Catherine COPTIC Church

The new St. Catherine Coptic Church in Pearland is complete. The building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in October 2026, confirming that construction has concluded. Located at 2539 Zapalac Road, this 3,000-square-foot metal structure stands on private land in Brazoria County, serving as a dedicated worship space for the congregation.

Construction Scope and Cost

The project involved the new construction of a 3,000-square-foot metal building church. The estimated cost for the build was $450,000, which calculates to $150 per square foot. This unit cost is above the county median of $118 per square foot for similar new construction filings. However, the total project cost is below the Brazoria County median estimated cost of $800,000 for new construction projects.

Keith Lester served as the registered accessibility specialist for the project. The owner of record is St. Catherine of Alexandra Coptic Church. The project is privately funded for private use. The scheduled build window was 869 days, which is longer than the county median of 222 days for similar projects. Construction began in July 2023, following plan review completion in November 2021.

Location and Area Context

The church is situated in Pearland, a city in Brazoria County with a population of about 50,240 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP 77581. The median household income in this area is $106,556, and the median owner-occupied home value is $309,100. Housing in the area is predominantly owner-occupied, with approximately 18,285 housing units.

Other registered projects in the Pearland area include the Renovation/Alteration of Pearland Medical Commons II and the New Construction of 8809 Broadway. The Brazoria County unemployment rate was 5.1 percent in August 2026, lower than a year earlier. The TDLR status for this specific project is Inspection Complete, reflecting the successful conclusion of the accessibility review process.

Inspection Complete

Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure

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St. Catherine COPTIC Church is a New Construction project located at 2539 Zapalac Road, Pearland, TX 77581 in Pearland, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $450K covering 3,000 sq ft. St.Catherine of Alexandra Coptic Church is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on November 9, 2021.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the St. Catherine Coptic Church in Pearland open for services?

The construction is complete, and the building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in October 2026. However, the TDLR record only confirms construction status and does not provide information about business operations or service schedules.

What is the address of the new church in Pearland?

The new St. Catherine Coptic Church is located at 2539 Zapalac Road, Pearland, TX 77581.

How much did it cost to build the new church?

The estimated cost for the new construction was $450,000. This amounts to $150 per square foot for the 3,000-square-foot building.

Who was the accessibility specialist for the project?

Keith Lester was the registered accessibility specialist for the St. Catherine Coptic Church project in Pearland.

When did construction start and finish?

Construction started in July 2023. The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in October 2026, marking the completion of the build.

What is St. Catherine COPTIC Church?

St. Catherine COPTIC Church is a new construction project at 2539 Zapalac Road in Pearland, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Build a new 3000SF Metal Building Church

Is St. Catherine COPTIC Church open in Pearland?

Construction on St. Catherine COPTIC Church is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Oct 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.

Where is St. Catherine COPTIC Church located?

St. Catherine COPTIC Church is located at 2539 Zapalac Road, Pearland, TX, 77581, in Brazoria County.

Who is the owner or developer of St. Catherine COPTIC Church?

St.Catherine of Alexandra Coptic Church is the property owner/developer of record for St. Catherine COPTIC Church, per its TDLR project registration.

How much does St. Catherine COPTIC Church cost and how big is it?

St. Catherine COPTIC Church has an estimated construction value of $450K and approximately 3,000 square feet (about $150/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

Build a new 3000SF Metal Building Church

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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2539 Zapalac Road, Pearland, TX, 77581

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