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Blessing Community Center
560 FM 616, Blessing, TX, 77419
Blessing Community Center is a new construction project at 560 FM 616, Blessing, in Matagorda County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Apr 2025). The project has an estimated value of $950K across about 3,858 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $950K
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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
- 3,858 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $246/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.
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20 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordProject closed · TDLR filing
The project record was closed in TDLR.
365 days after the preceding date shown.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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📰About Blessing Community Center
The Blessing Community Center in Matagorda County is a completed new construction project located at 560 FM 616 in Blessing, Texas. The facility occupies 3,858 square feet and was built for an estimated cost of $950,000. This project replaced an existing structure with a new building to serve the local community.
Matagorda County acted as the owner of record for this development. RMA Architects served as the design firm, and Timothy D Westphal was the registered accessibility specialist. The construction process involved the demolition of the old building followed by the erection of the new structure. The project was funded using public resources, consistent with Matagorda County’s other infrastructure investments in the region.
Construction Timeline and Status
The project was registered with TDLR in March 2024, with construction starting in April 2024. The scheduled completion date was April 2025. TDLR closed the project file in April 2025, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. This status confirms that the regulatory requirements for the new building have been satisfied.
In terms of cost efficiency, the project’s $246 per square foot is above the county median of $169 for similar new construction filings. The estimated total cost of $950,000 is below the Matagorda County median of $1,200,000. The scheduled build window of 365 days was longer than the county median of 282 days, reflecting the scope of work which included both demolition and new construction.
Matagorda County has three other TDLR-registered projects totaling $7,500,000, including facilities in Matagorda, Sargent, and Palacios. RMA Architects has completed six other projects in the state, with a combined value of $10,295,000. Local businesses such as The Six One 6 Restaurant and Blessing Country Store operate near the site, contributing to the area's commercial landscape.
The community center serves a ZIP code 77419 population of approximately 778 people, with 476 housing units. Median owner-occupied home value in this area is $146,700. The project adds a modern facility to a region with a predominantly owner-occupied housing stock. This development supports local needs for community gathering spaces and services.
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Blessing Community Center is a New Construction project located at 560 FM 616, Blessing, TX 77419 in Blessing, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $950K covering 3,858 sq ft. Matagorda County is the property owner and RMA Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on March 26, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blessing Community Center open for public use?
The TDLR record indicates the construction project is closed. A Facebook post for the center indicates it has a meeting room and has been visited by 180 people, suggesting it is operational, but the construction record only confirms the building is finished.
Who owned and designed the Blessing Community Center?
Matagorda County was the owner of record. RMA Architects was the design firm. Timothy D Westphal served as the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
What was the estimated cost and size of the new building?
The estimated cost was $950,000. The new building has a square footage of 3,858 sq ft, resulting in a cost of $246 per square foot.
When did construction start and finish?
Construction started in April 2024. The completion date on the filing was April 2025. TDLR closed the project file in April 2025.
Is the site in a flood zone?
It is designated as zone X according to the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
What is Blessing Community Center?
Blessing Community Center is a new construction project at 560 FM 616 in Blessing, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Demolition of existing building & construction of a new building.
Is Blessing Community Center open in Blessing?
Construction on Blessing Community Center is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Apr 2025. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Blessing Community Center located?
Blessing Community Center is located at 560 FM 616, Blessing, TX, 77419, in Matagorda County.
Who is the owner or developer of Blessing Community Center?
Matagorda County is the property owner/developer of record for Blessing Community Center, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Blessing Community Center?
RMA Architects is the design firm of record for Blessing Community Center, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Blessing Community Center cost and how big is it?
Blessing Community Center has an estimated construction value of $950K and approximately 3,858 square feet (about $246/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Demolition of existing building & construction of a new building.
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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560 FM 616, Blessing, TX, 77419
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