Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2024025567Renovation/Alteration
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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 in Austin, TX

165 Hargraves Drive, Austin, TX, 78737

Construction complete · May 2025Inspection Complete

Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 is a renovation/alteration project at 165 Hargraves Drive, Austin, in Hays 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 $1.6M across about 1,250 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$1.6M
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Reported floor area
1,250 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$1.28K/sqft
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Scheduled duration
4 months
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Aug 15, 2024273 days across supplied datesMay 15, 2025

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  1. Project registered · TDLR filing

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  2. Scheduled construction start · Scheduled date

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    153 days after the preceding date shown.

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  3. Inspection complete · TDLR filing

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    120 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181

Chick-fil-A completed a $1,600,000 renovation at 165 Hargraves Drive in Austin, Texas. The project, filed as Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181, focused on expanding the drive-thru infrastructure. The work involved removing the existing single-lane Order Meal Delivery (OMD) canopy and replacing it with a dual-lane configuration. This alteration also included expanding the existing drive-thru cockpit to improve throughput. The total scope covered 1,250 sq ft of improvements.

The project is located in Hays County, within the ZIP code 78737. Census estimates for this area indicate a population of about 26,413 residents and a median household income of $164,066. The housing stock in this specific ZIP code is predominantly owner-occupied, with a median owner-occupied home value of $689,200. These demographic figures provide context for the location where the accessibility improvements were implemented.

Project Details and Compliance

Chick-fil-A is the owner and developer of record for this privately funded project on private land. Little Diversified Architectural Consulting served as the design firm. Colleen G Dement was the registered accessibility specialist for the filing. The project was registered with TDLR in August 2024. Construction was scheduled to begin in January 2025, with a planned completion date of May 2025. The filing indicated a scheduled build window of 120 days.

The estimated cost per square foot was $1280. This figure places the project above the Hays County median for renovation and alteration filings, which stands at $95 per square foot. The total estimated cost of $1,600,000 is also above the county median of $250,000 for similar work. The scheduled build window of 120 days was longer than the county median of 92 days for this type of project.

The building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in May 2025. The TDLR status is now Inspection Complete. This confirms that the construction phase is finished and the required accessibility standards have been verified by the state. The project is one of several Chick-fil-A renovations registered in the state, including locations in White Settlement, New Braunfels, Marble Falls, Houston, and El Paso, each with an estimated cost of $125,000.

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Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 165 Hargraves Drive, Austin, TX 78737 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.6M covering 1,250 sq ft. Chick-Fil-A is the property owner and Little Diversified Architectural Consulting is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 15, 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Chick-fil-A at 165 Hargraves Drive open?

The TDLR record confirms the construction is complete and the final TDLR accessibility inspection was passed in May 2025. However, the record does not state specific business hours or confirm the date the store began serving customers.

What changes were made to the drive-thru?

The renovation removed the existing single-lane Order Meal Delivery canopy and replaced it with a dual-lane canopy. The existing drive-thru cockpit was also expanded to accommodate the new layout.

Who designed the renovation?

Little Diversified Architectural Consulting is the design firm of record. Colleen G Dement served as the registered accessibility specialist for the project filing.

How much did the project cost?

The estimated cost for the renovation was $1,600,000. This amount covers the 1,250 sq ft of work, resulting in an estimated cost of $1280 per square foot.

When was the project registered with TDLR?

The project was registered with TDLR in August 2024. Construction was scheduled to start in January 2025 and was completed in May 2025.

What is Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181?

Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 is a renovation/alteration project at 165 Hargraves Drive in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Remove (existing) Single Lane Order Meal Delivery (OMD) Canopy and replace it with Dual Lane Canopy. Expanding existing Drive Thru Cockpit.

Is Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 open in Austin?

Construction on Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 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 Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 located?

Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 is located at 165 Hargraves Drive, Austin, TX, 78737, in Hays County.

Who is the owner or developer of Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181?

Chick-Fil-A is the property owner/developer of record for Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181?

Little Diversified Architectural Consulting is the design firm of record for Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 cost and how big is it?

Tenant Improvement - Chick Fil A #04181 has an estimated construction value of $1.6M and approximately 1,250 square feet (about $1.28K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

Remove (existing) Single Lane Order Meal Delivery (OMD) Canopy and replace it with Dual Lane Canopy. Expanding existing Drive Thru Cockpit.

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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165 Hargraves Drive, Austin, TX, 78737

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