Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
PHD24026.0 in Schertz, TX
18678 IH 35 North, Schertz, TX, 78154
PHD24026.0 is a new construction project at 18678 IH 35 North, Schertz, in Guadalupe County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jun 2026). The project has an estimated value of $6.0M across about 6,160 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $6.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 6,160 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $974/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 6 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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61 days after the preceding date shown.
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182 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
270 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About PHD24026.0
Portillo's completed a new quick-service restaurant at 18678 IH 35 North in Schertz. The 6,160-square-foot structure includes a drive-thru and indoor and outdoor dining areas. The building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in June 2026, confirming that construction is complete.
Merit CRE is the owner of record for this project, which is privately funded on private land. PM Design served as the design firm. The filing lists Michael Lynn Kelley as the registered accessibility specialist. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in January 2025.
The estimated cost for the new construction was $6,000,000. This figure places the project in the top quarter of estimated costs for similar new construction filings in Guadalupe County. The median estimated cost for comparable projects in the county is $850,000. The project’s scheduled build window of 182 days is close to the county median of 240 days.
Construction Details and Scope
The scope of work includes the new building for the quick-service restaurant, a drive-thru lane, and a trash enclosure. The facility features multi-occupant restrooms. Construction began in April 2025 according to the filing. The initial completion date on the filing was September 2025, but the final inspection did not occur until June 2026.
The cost per square foot is $974. This is above the county median of $123 per square foot for new construction. The location is in the Northeast Side area of Schertz, within Guadalupe County. The site is near other established businesses including CAVA, Piada Italian Street Food, and Dunkin'.
Merit CRE has one other TDLR-registered project in the state, a Rack Room Shoes location in McAllen. PM Design has six other registered projects, including multiple McDonald's locations and a Portillo's in McAllen. The project is part of a broader trend of commercial development in the region, with several other new construction and renovation projects registered in the same area.
Inspection Complete
Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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PHD24026.0 is a New Construction project located at 18678 IH 35 North, Schertz, TX 78154 in Schertz, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $6.0M covering 6,160 sq ft. Merit CRE is the property owner and PM Design is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on January 30, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Portillo's in Schertz open?
The construction is complete, and the building passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in June 2026. The TDLR record confirms the physical structure is finished, but it does not provide information about the business's operational status or opening date.
Who owns the Portillo's in Schertz?
Merit CRE is the owner and developer of record for the project at 18678 IH 35 North. The project is privately funded and located on private land for private use.
What is the address of the new Portillo's?
The restaurant is located at 18678 IH 35 North, Schertz, TX 78154. It is situated in the Northeast Side area of the city within Guadalupe County.
How much did the Portillo's construction cost?
The estimated cost for the new construction was $6,000,000. This amount is above the median estimated cost for new construction projects in Guadalupe County, which is $850,000.
Who designed the Portillo's building?
PM Design is the design firm of record for the project. Michael Lynn Kelley is listed as the registered accessibility specialist for the TDLR filing.
What is PHD24026.0?
PHD24026.0 is a new construction project at 18678 IH 35 North in Schertz, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New Builld quick service restaurant, drive thru, and indoor / outdoor dining & trash enclosure. With multi-occupant restrooms.
Is PHD24026.0 open in Schertz?
Construction on PHD24026.0 is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jun 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is PHD24026.0 located?
PHD24026.0 is located at 18678 IH 35 North, Schertz, TX, 78154, in Guadalupe County.
Who is the owner or developer of PHD24026.0?
Merit CRE is the property owner/developer of record for PHD24026.0, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for PHD24026.0?
PM Design is the design firm of record for PHD24026.0, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does PHD24026.0 cost and how big is it?
PHD24026.0 has an estimated construction value of $6.0M and approximately 6,160 square feet (about $974/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New Builld quick service restaurant, drive thru, and indoor / outdoor dining & trash enclosure. With multi-occupant restrooms.
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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18678 IH 35 North, Schertz, TX, 78154
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