Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Whataburger in Pearland, TX
1632 East Broadway Street, Pearland, TX, 77581
Whataburger is a new construction project at 1632 East Broadway Street, Pearland, in Brazoria County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed May 2026). The project has an estimated value of $2.5M across about 3,305 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.5M
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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
- 3,305 ft²
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Square footage reported for this scope of work. It may cover only part of a larger property.
- Estimated cost / ft²
- $756/sqft
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Calculated from this filing’s estimated cost divided by its reported square footage. Available only when both figures are supplied; it is not a market benchmark.
- Scheduled duration
- 6 months
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The interval between the filed start and completion dates. These dates describe the proposed schedule and do not measure actual construction progress.
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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.
44 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.
184 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
82 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordProject closed · TDLR filing
The project record was closed in TDLR.
109 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About Whataburger
The new Whataburger location at 1632 East Broadway Street in Pearland, Texas, is a completed construction project with a final inspection passed in January 2026. The building covers 3,305 square feet and was estimated to cost $2,500,000, resulting in a cost of $756 per square foot. This new construction was developed by Whataburger Restaurants, LLC on private land in Brazoria County.
Construction Details and Design
Franz Architects served as the design firm of record for this project, which was registered with TDLR in March 2025. The filing described the work as the new construction of a 3,305 sq ft Whataburger. The scheduled build window was 184 days, starting in April 2025 with a planned completion in October 2025.
Compared to other new construction filings in Brazoria County, this project's estimated cost is above the county median of $800,000 for its type. The cost per square foot of $756 is also above the county median of $118 per square foot. However, the scheduled build window of 184 days is close to the county median of 222 days. This project is part of a broader portfolio, as Whataburger Restaurants, LLC has four other TDLR-registered projects totaling $7,650,000 across Texas.
Project Status and Completion
The accessibility review process for this construction concluded when TDLR closed the project file in May 2026. This action marks the end of the regulatory review for the new construction. The final inspection was passed in January 2026, confirming that the physical structure met the required standards before the file was closed. The project is privately funded and intended for private use.
Local community engagement has noted the presence of this new location, with a Facebook post by PearlandChamber welcoming the Whataburger on East Broadway. While third-party sources like Yelp and Seamless list the business, the TDLR record specifically documents the construction and accessibility compliance of the building itself. The project stands as a significant addition to the commercial landscape of Pearland, with a median household income in the 77581 ZIP code of $106,556 according to Census estimates.
Project Closed
Project has been completed and closed
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Whataburger is a New Construction project located at 1632 East Broadway Street, Pearland, TX 77581 in Pearland, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.5M covering 3,305 sq ft. Whataburger Restaurants, LLC is the property owner and Franz Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on March 17, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Whataburger in Pearland open?
The TDLR record confirms the construction is complete and the file is closed. A Facebook post by PearlandChamber welcomed the new location, but the construction record does not specify business hours or opening dates.
Who designed the new Whataburger building?
Franz Architects is the design firm of record for this project. They are responsible for the architectural plans of the 3,305 square foot new construction in Pearland.
When was the construction completed?
The final inspection was passed in January 2026. TDLR closed the project file in May 2026, marking the end of the accessibility review process for this construction.
How much did it cost to build?
The estimated cost for the new construction was $2,500,000. This translates to $756 per square foot for the 3,305 square foot building, which is above the county median for similar projects.
What is Whataburger?
Whataburger is a new construction project at 1632 East Broadway Street in Pearland, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New construction of a 3,305 sq ft Whataburger.
Is Whataburger open in Pearland?
Construction on Whataburger is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in May 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Whataburger located?
Whataburger is located at 1632 East Broadway Street, Pearland, TX, 77581, in Brazoria County.
Who is the owner or developer of Whataburger?
Whataburger Restaurants, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Whataburger, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Whataburger?
Franz Architects is the design firm of record for Whataburger, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Whataburger cost and how big is it?
Whataburger has an estimated construction value of $2.5M and approximately 3,305 square feet (about $756/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New construction of a 3,305 sq ft Whataburger.
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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1632 East Broadway Street, Pearland, TX, 77581
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