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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd.
5505 Paredes Line Road, Brownsville, TX, 78526
McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd. is a new construction project at 5505 Paredes Line Road, Brownsville, in Cameron County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed May 2025). The project has an estimated value of $750K across about 4,226 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $750K
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- Reported floor area
- 4,226 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $177/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 8 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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72 days after the preceding date shown.
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The project record was closed in TDLR.
233 days after the preceding date shown.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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📰About McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd.
A new 4,226 sq ft McDonald's restaurant at 5505 Paredes Line Road in Brownsville, TX 78526, is complete. The TDLR record for the project, filed as McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd., closed the project file in May 2025. This marks the end of the accessibility review process for the construction.
The scope of work included a new dual-lane drive-thru layout positioned behind the restaurant, along with new site work. McDonald's USA is the owner of record, and Castles Design Group served as the design firm. Kathy Ann Riley is the registered accessibility specialist for the project. The estimated cost was $750,000, which computes to $177 per square foot.
Construction Timeline and Cost
Construction started in October 2024, with a scheduled completion date of May 2025. The scheduled build window was 233 days, which is close to the county median of 249 days for similar new construction filings in Cameron County. The estimated cost is above the county median of $500,000 for this type of work. The $177 per square foot cost is above the county median of $97 per square foot.
This project is one of several McDonald's locations registered with TDLR. McDonald's USA has six other registered projects in the state, totaling $4,500,000, including locations in Rosharon, New Braunfels, Odessa, Houston, and Pearland. Castles Design Group has also worked on six other TDLR-registered projects, including automotive dealerships in Katy and Midland.
The project is privately funded on private land for private use. The surrounding ZIP code 78526 has a population of about 59,719, with a median household income of $68,143. The median owner-occupied home value in the area is $158,300. Housing in the area is mostly owner-occupied.
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McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd. is a New Construction project located at 5505 Paredes Line Road, Brownsville, TX 78526 in Brownsville, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $750K covering 4,226 sq ft. McDonald's USA is the property owner and Castles Design Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 27, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the McDonald's restaurant open?
The TDLR record confirms the construction accessibility review is complete. It does not state whether the business is open or operating. Third-party listings show a McDonald's at 5500 Paredes Line Rd, but the TDLR file covers the specific new construction at 5505 Paredes Line Road.
Who designed the restaurant?
Castles Design Group is the design firm of record for this project. They are responsible for the architectural and design aspects of the new 4,226 sq ft facility and its dual-lane drive-thru layout.
What is the estimated cost per square foot?
The estimated cost is $750,000 for 4,226 sq ft, which results in a cost of $177 per square foot. This figure is above the Cameron County median of $97 per square foot for similar new construction filings.
When was the project registered with TDLR?
The project was registered with TDLR in July 2024. Construction started in October 2024, and the project file was closed in May 2025, indicating the completion of the accessibility review process.
Is the site in a flood zone?
It is located in zone X, which indicates minimal flood hazard. This is based on the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer for the site coordinates.
What is McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd.?
McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd. is a new construction project at 5505 Paredes Line Road in Brownsville, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New McDonald's restaurant with new Dual lane Drive-thru layout located behind the restaurant and new Site Work as part of the Scope of Work.
Is McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd. open in Brownsville?
Construction on McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd. is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in May 2025. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd. located?
McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd. is located at 5505 Paredes Line Road, Brownsville, TX, 78526, in Cameron County.
Who is the owner or developer of McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd.?
McDonald's USA is the property owner/developer of record for McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd., per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd.?
Castles Design Group is the design firm of record for McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd., according to its TDLR filing.
How much does McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd. cost and how big is it?
McDonald's Brownsville - Paredes Line Rd. has an estimated construction value of $750K and approximately 4,226 square feet (about $177/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New McDonald's restaurant with new Dual lane Drive-thru layout located behind the restaurant and new Site Work as part of the Scope of Work.
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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5505 Paredes Line Road, Brownsville, TX, 78526
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