Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Costco Wholesale
HWY 183 & Seward JCT Loop, Liberty Hill, TX, 78642
Costco Wholesale is a new construction project at HWY 183 & Seward JCT Loop, Liberty Hill, in Williamson County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Apr 2026). The project has an estimated value of $62.6M across about 160,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $62.6M
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 160,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $391/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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Project timeline
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordReview complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
Same day as the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordScheduled construction start · Scheduled date
A date supplied in the filing; this does not confirm that work started or finished.
108 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
A date supplied in the filing; this does not confirm that work started or finished.
213 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
126 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About Costco Wholesale
Costco Wholesale has completed a 160,000-square-foot warehouse in Liberty Hill, Texas. The structure is a new pre-engineered metal building located at the intersection of Highway 183 and Seward, within Williamson County. The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in April 2026, confirming that construction is complete.
The estimated cost for this mercantile facility was $62,610,307. This figure works out to approximately $391 per square foot. Ware Malcomb served as the design firm of record for the project. Robert Ronson was the registered accessibility specialist listed on the filing. The owner of record is identified as Costco Warehouse.
Project Scope and Scale
The building features a metal panel and masonry exterior envelope. It is designed for mercantile use, consistent with the large-scale retail operations typical of the brand. The project was privately funded and built on private land for private use. It was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in January 2025. Plan review was also completed in January 2025.
Construction began in May 2025, according to the filing. The scheduled completion date was November 2025. The actual final inspection occurred in April 2026. This timeline places the scheduled build window at 213 days, which is close to the county median of 245 days for similar new construction projects. The cost per square foot is above the Williamson County median of $110 for new construction filings.
Local Context and Third-Party References
Costco Warehouse has three other TDLR-registered projects totaling $42,440,334. These include a fuel facility in Liberty Hill and a warehouse in Allen. Ware Malcomb has six other registered projects totaling over $51 million. A Facebook post by a local account noted that the warehouse opened in Liberty Hill, stating, "Tomorrow the doors open and LHTX officially gets a Costco." However, the TDLR record only confirms the completion of construction and accessibility compliance, not operational status.
The Liberty Hill area, represented by ZIP code 78642, has a population of about 24,146. The median household income is estimated at $128,086. The median owner-occupied home value is $486,800. These Census estimates provide context for the community surrounding the new facility.
Inspection Complete
Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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Costco Wholesale is a New Construction project located at HWY 183 & Seward JCT Loop, Liberty Hill, TX 78642 in Liberty Hill, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $62.6M covering 160,000 sq ft. Costco Warehouse is the property owner and Ware Malcomb is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on January 13, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Costco warehouse in Liberty Hill open?
The TDLR record confirms construction is complete and the final accessibility inspection passed in April 2026. A Facebook post reported the store opened, but the official record only verifies the building's construction status.
Who designed the Liberty Hill Costco?
Ware Malcomb is the design firm of record for this 160,000-square-foot warehouse. They are responsible for the architectural and engineering plans filed with the state.
How much did the Liberty Hill warehouse cost to build?
The estimated cost was $62,610,307. This amounts to approximately $391 per square foot for the 160,000-square-foot structure.
When was the final inspection completed?
The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in April 2026. This confirms that the construction phase was officially finished.
Is this the only Costco in Liberty Hill?
Costco Warehouse has another TDLR-registered project in Liberty Hill, a fuel facility valued at $12,440,334. This warehouse is a separate mercantile use project.
What is Costco Wholesale?
Costco Wholesale is a new construction project at HWY 183 & Seward JCT Loop in Liberty Hill, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Scope of work is new construction pre-engineered metal building with metal panel and masonry exterior envelope. Building is 160,000 square feet mercantile use
Is Costco Wholesale open in Liberty Hill?
Construction on Costco Wholesale is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Apr 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Costco Wholesale located?
Costco Wholesale is located at HWY 183 & Seward JCT Loop, Liberty Hill, TX, 78642, in Williamson County.
Who is the owner or developer of Costco Wholesale?
Costco Warehouse is the property owner/developer of record for Costco Wholesale, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Costco Wholesale?
Ware Malcomb is the design firm of record for Costco Wholesale, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Costco Wholesale cost and how big is it?
Costco Wholesale has an estimated construction value of $62.6M and approximately 160,000 square feet (about $391/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Scope of work is new construction pre-engineered metal building with metal panel and masonry exterior envelope. Building is 160,000 square feet mercantile use
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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HWY 183 & Seward JCT Loop, Liberty Hill, TX, 78642
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