Pine Trails Subdivision Drainage Improvements (Sections 1-2-5-6) - 2018 in Houston, TX

Harris County is leading a renovation project in the Pine Trails Subdivision, located east of Crosby Freeway and north of Wallisville Road in Houston. The filing identifies the work as drainage improvements for Sections 1, 2, 5, and 6, with an estimated cost of $2,735,900. The scope covers approximately 36,000 square feet of sidewalk and over 200 ramps, a scale that significantly exceeds the county median for similar renovation filings.

The project is registered with TDLR under the name Pine Trails Subdivision Drainage Improvements (Sections 1-2-5-6) - 2018. CobbFendley serves as the design firm of record, while Jeromy G Murphy is the registered accessibility specialist. The TDLR status is Review Complete, indicating that plan review finished in November 2024. Construction is scheduled to finish in February 2027, with work starting in January 2025.

Project Scale and Cost

At $2,735,900, this project sits in the top quarter of estimated costs for renovation and alteration filings in Harris County. The median estimated cost for these projects is $250,000, with the middle half ranging from $126,000 to $600,000. The project’s $760 per square foot is above the county median of $80 per square foot for this work type. This reflects the specialized nature of the drainage and accessibility improvements required for the subdivision infrastructure.

The scheduled build window is 756 days, which is longer than the county median of 92 days for similar projects. This extended timeline allows for the detailed construction of the extensive sidewalk network and ramp installations. The use of public funds and public land underscores the project’s importance to community infrastructure in the Houston area.

Local Context and Ownership

Harris County has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $36,259,820, including 1019 Congress Plaza and Gloger Street. CobbFendley has designed six other projects totaling $15,126,525, such as the Spencerview Pedestrian Bridge in Deer Park. The project is situated in ZIP code 77049, where the U.S. Census estimates a population of about 40,373 and a median household income of $70,514. The area is mostly owner-occupied, with a median home value of $207,900.

This project represents a significant investment in accessibility and drainage for the Pine Trails Subdivision. The combination of a large scope, high cost, and extended timeline highlights the complexity of the work. The TDLR registration ensures that the project meets state accessibility standards, providing a clear record of its progress and completion.