Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY in Baytown, TX
7414 BAYWAY DRIVE, Baytown, TX, 77520
EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY is a new construction project at 7414 BAYWAY DRIVE, Baytown, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion May 2027. The project has an estimated value of $7.6M across about 60,387 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $7.6M
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- Reported floor area
- 60,387 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $126/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2y 7mo
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78 days after the preceding date shown.
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927 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY
El Matador Foods INC. is constructing a new 60,387 sq ft food processing facility at 7414 Bayway Drive in Baytown, Texas. The project, filed as the El Matador Food Processing Facility, involves ground-up construction of a one-story commercial structure. This development represents a significant industrial addition to the Baytown area, with a total estimated cost of $7,600,000.
The building features a Class "A" steel frame and concrete tilt-wall structure, topped with a Class "A" roof. The design includes dock-high bays to facilitate efficient loading and unloading operations. This specification indicates a focus on modern logistics and processing efficiency, typical of major food manufacturing operations.
Project Scope and Timeline
Construction work is scheduled to begin in November 2024, following the completion of plan review in August 2024. The project is scheduled to finish in May 2027, representing a build window of approximately 927 days. This timeline is longer than the Harris County median of 219 days for similar new construction filings, reflecting the complexity of a large-scale industrial build. The estimated cost per square foot is $126, which is above the county median of $88 for new construction projects.
Erick Ybarra is listed as the owner and developer of record for the project. Font Design Studio is the registered design firm responsible for the architectural plans. Brian Gary Stanton serves as the registered accessibility specialist, ensuring the facility meets required standards. The project is privately funded and registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). The status of the TDLR filing is marked as Review Complete, confirming that the necessary permits and inspections for the construction phase have been addressed in the planning stage.
Regional Context
El Matador Foods INC. is a Baytown-based company known for producing corn and flour tortillas, as noted in industry profiles by Baking Business and Keychain.com. The new facility aligns with the company's existing operations in the region. In the ZIP code 77520, U.S. Census estimates indicate a population of about 35,724 and a median household income of $54,249. The construction of this large-scale facility adds to the industrial profile of Baytown, a city with a significant presence in the energy and manufacturing sectors.
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EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY is a New Construction project located at 7414 BAYWAY DRIVE,, Baytown, TX 77520 in Baytown, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $7.6M covering 60,387 sq ft. ERICK YBARRA is the property owner and FONT DESIGN STUDIO is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 29, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Matador Foods open for business?
The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in May 2027. The facility is under construction and not yet open for operations.
Where is the new El Matador facility located?
The address is 7414 Bayway Drive in Baytown, Texas 77520, within Harris County.
Who designed the El Matador food processing facility?
Font Design Studio is the registered design firm of record for the project.
What is the estimated cost of the El Matador project?
The estimated cost is $7,600,000, with a cost per square foot of $126.
When is construction expected to start?
Construction is scheduled to start in November 2024, according to the TDLR filing.
What is EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY?
EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY is a new construction project at 7414 BAYWAY DRIVE in Baytown, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: NEW GROUND UP ONE STORY COMMERCIAL FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY.CLASS "A" STEEL AND CONCRETE TILT WALL STRUCTURE. WITH A CLASS "A" ROOF, DOCK HIGH MAIN STRUCTURE.
Is EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY open in Baytown?
EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY is still under construction in Baytown, TX, with an estimated completion of May 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY located?
EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY is located at 7414 BAYWAY DRIVE, Baytown, TX, 77520, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY?
ERICK YBARRA is the property owner/developer of record for EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY?
FONT DESIGN STUDIO is the design firm of record for EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY cost and how big is it?
EL MATADOR FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY has an estimated construction value of $7.6M and approximately 60,387 square feet (about $126/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
NEW GROUND UP ONE STORY COMMERCIAL FOOD PROCESSING FACILITY.CLASS "A" STEEL AND CONCRETE TILT WALL STRUCTURE. WITH A CLASS "A" ROOF, DOCK HIGH MAIN STRUCTURE.
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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7414 BAYWAY DRIVE, Baytown, TX, 77520
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