Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Elliott CDJR in Palestine, TX
2321 State Highway 155, Palestine, TX, 75803
Elliott CDJR is a new construction project at 2321 State Highway 155, Palestine, in Anderson County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Oct 2026). The project has an estimated value of $3.5M across about 27,265 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $3.5M
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- Reported floor area
- 27,265 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $128/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 7mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
Same day as the preceding date shown.
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40 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
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576 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
163 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About Elliott CDJR
The Elliott CDJR dealership in Palestine is a completed new construction project located at 2321 State Highway 155. The building spans 27,265 sq ft and was built for an estimated cost of $3,500,000. Chris Elliott is listed as the owner and developer of record for this privately funded development in Anderson County.
Project Scope and Design
Lay Design Build served as the design firm of record for this new car dealership. The project was registered with TDLR in August 2024, with plan review completed that same month. Construction began in October 2024, following the initial filing. The estimated cost per square foot is $128, which is below the county median of $152 for similar new construction filings.
The scheduled build window for this project was 576 days, longer than the county median of 213 days for new construction in Anderson County. The estimated cost of $3,500,000 places the project in the top quarter of costs for new construction filings in the county, where the median is $800,000. The building size of 27,265 sq ft is also significantly larger than the county median of 6,365 sq ft.
Completion and Inspection
The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in October 2026. This confirms that construction is complete and the building has met all required accessibility standards. The TDLR status is listed as Inspection Complete. The registered accessibility specialist for the project was James Chesley Fancher.
Lay Design Build has two other TDLR-registered projects in Texas, DQ Godley and DQ Kilgore, both of which have closed. These projects totaled $1,700,000. The Elliott CDJR project is part of a broader trend of commercial development in Anderson County, which includes other new construction and renovation projects in the area.
Inspection Complete
Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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Elliott CDJR is a New Construction project located at 2321 State Highway 155, Palestine, TX 75803 in Palestine, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $3.5M covering 27,265 sq ft. Chris Elliott is the property owner and Lay Design Build is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 22, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Elliott CDJR dealership open?
The TDLR record confirms the construction is complete and the final TDLR accessibility inspection was passed in October 2026. However, the record does not specify the business opening date or current operating status.
Who built the Elliott CDJR dealership?
Lay Design Build is the design firm of record. Chris Elliott is the owner and developer. James Chesley Fancher was the registered accessibility specialist.
How big is the Elliott CDJR building?
The building is 27,265 sq ft. This is larger than the county median of 6,365 sq ft for new construction projects in Anderson County.
What was the cost of the Elliott CDJR project?
The estimated cost was $3,500,000. This is above the county median of $800,000 for new construction filings in Anderson County.
When was the Elliott CDJR project completed?
The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in October 2026. Construction started in October 2024.
What is Elliott CDJR?
Elliott CDJR is a new construction project at 2321 State Highway 155 in Palestine, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New car dealership
Is Elliott CDJR open in Palestine?
Construction on Elliott CDJR is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Oct 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Elliott CDJR located?
Elliott CDJR is located at 2321 State Highway 155, Palestine, TX, 75803, in Anderson County.
Who is the owner or developer of Elliott CDJR?
Chris Elliott is the property owner/developer of record for Elliott CDJR, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Elliott CDJR?
Lay Design Build is the design firm of record for Elliott CDJR, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Elliott CDJR cost and how big is it?
Elliott CDJR has an estimated construction value of $3.5M and approximately 27,265 square feet (about $128/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New car dealership
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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2321 State Highway 155, Palestine, TX, 75803
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