Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
BlueWave
2301 S New Rd, Waco, TX, 76711
BlueWave is a new construction project at 2301 S New Rd, Waco, in McLennan County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jun 2024). The project has an estimated value of $2.2M across about 4,515 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.2M
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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
- 4,515 ft²
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Square footage reported for this scope of work. It may cover only part of a larger property.
- Estimated cost / ft²
- $487/sqft
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Calculated from this filing’s estimated cost divided by its reported square footage. Available only when both figures are supplied; it is not a market benchmark.
- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Source: TDLR filing
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39 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordProject closed · TDLR filing
The project record was closed in TDLR.
362 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About BlueWave
The Bluewave Express Car Wash at 2301 S New Rd in Waco is a completed new construction project. The filing identifies the business as BlueWave Waco. This 4,515 square foot facility was built on private land in McLennan County with an estimated cost of $2,200,000.
TDLR closed the project file in June 2024, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. The project was registered with TDLR in April 2023, with construction starting in June 2023. The scheduled completion date was June 2024, and the record reflects that the project has concluded its regulatory lifecycle.
Richard Lilley is the owner and developer of record for this development. CDA Architects served as the design firm. The scope of work involved a new carwash building and associated sitework. The estimated cost of $2,200,000 represents a cost per square foot of $487, which is above the county median of $142 for similar new construction filings in McLennan County.
Regional Context and Comparisons
This project’s estimated cost is above the county median of $972,500 for new construction in McLennan County. The scheduled build window of 362 days is longer than the county median of 245 days. Richard Lilley has one other TDLR-registered project, Blue Wave Express Car Wash in Palmhurst, which is also closed. CDA Architects has worked on six other projects, including locations for Kroger Food Stores and The Shops at Theis & Cherry.
The surrounding area, ZIP code 76711, has a population of about 9,631 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median household income in this ZIP code is $52,617. Housing in this area is an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied units, with a median owner-occupied home value of $112,600. These figures provide context for the local market where the carwash is located.
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BlueWave is a New Construction project located at 2301 S New Rd, Waco, TX 76711 in Waco, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.2M covering 4,515 sq ft. Richard Lilley is the property owner and CDA Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on April 27, 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bluewave Express Car Wash open for business?
The TDLR record only confirms the construction status. TDLR closed the project file in June 2024, indicating the building phase is complete. The record does not contain information regarding whether the business is operating or open to the public.
Who is the owner of the carwash project?
Richard Lilley is listed as the owner and developer of record for the Bluewave Express Car Wash project in Waco. He is also associated with a similar carwash project in Palmhurst.
What was the total estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost for the new 4,515 square foot carwash building and sitework was $2,200,000. This amount is above the median estimated cost for new construction projects in McLennan County.
When did the construction start and finish?
Construction began in June 2023. The filing indicated a completion date of June 2024. TDLR closed the project file in June 2024, marking the end of the accessibility review process.
Which firm designed the building?
CDA Architects is the design firm of record for the Bluewave Express Car Wash. They have also worked on other commercial projects in the region, including for Kroger Food Stores.
What is BlueWave?
BlueWave is a new construction project at 2301 S New Rd in Waco, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: THIS PROJECT CONSISTS OF A NEW 4,515 SQUARE FOOT CARWASH BUILDING AND ASSOCIATED SITEWORK
Is BlueWave open in Waco?
Construction on BlueWave is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jun 2024. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is BlueWave located?
BlueWave is located at 2301 S New Rd, Waco, TX, 76711, in McLennan County.
Who is the owner or developer of BlueWave?
Richard Lilley is the property owner/developer of record for BlueWave, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for BlueWave?
CDA Architects is the design firm of record for BlueWave, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does BlueWave cost and how big is it?
BlueWave has an estimated construction value of $2.2M and approximately 4,515 square feet (about $487/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
THIS PROJECT CONSISTS OF A NEW 4,515 SQUARE FOOT CARWASH BUILDING AND ASSOCIATED SITEWORK
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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2301 S New Rd, Waco, TX, 76711
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