Construction complete · Jan 2026✅Inspection Complete🏗️ New Construction💵 This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center

1725 N Hwy 146, Kemah, TX 77565, Kemah, TX, 77565

Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center is a new construction project at 1725 N Hwy 146, Kemah, in Galveston County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jan 2026). The project has an estimated value of $12.5M across about 18,087 sq ft.

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📊Project Metrics

TDLR #TABS2024009250

$12.5M

Project Value

18,087

Square Feet

$691/sqft

Cost/SqFt

2y 1mo

Duration

Registered:Jan 15, 2024

Start:Mar 1, 2024

Target:Mar 31, 2026

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Inspection Complete

Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure

Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center is a New Construction project located at 1725 N Hwy 146, Kemah, TX 77565 in Kemah, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $12.5M covering 18,087 sq ft. Galveston Bay Foundation is the property owner and Kirksey is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on January 15, 2024.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

What is Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center?

Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center is a new construction project at 1725 N Hwy 146 in Kemah, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: One story building with small basement for composting equipment. Building includes a multipurpose assembly space, offices, classrooms and catering kitchen.

Is Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center open in Kemah?

Construction on Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jan 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.

Where is Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center located?

Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center is located at 1725 N Hwy 146, Kemah, TX, 77565, in Galveston County.

Who is the owner or developer of Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center?

Galveston Bay Foundation is the property owner/developer of record for Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center?

Kirksey is the design firm of record for Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center cost and how big is it?

Galveston Bay Foundation Gessner Center has an estimated construction value of $12.5M and approximately 18,087 square feet (about $691/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

📋Scope of Work

One story building with small basement for composting equipment. Building includes a multipurpose assembly space, offices, classrooms and catering kitchen.

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.