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Funding type

This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. in San Antonio, TX

I-10 & Tarpon Dr., San Antonio, TX, 78006

Construction complete · Mar 2026Project Closed

McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. is a new construction project at I-10 & Tarpon Dr., San Antonio, in Bexar County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Mar 2026). The project has an estimated value of $750K across about 5,060 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$750K
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Reported floor area
5,060 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$148/sqft
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Scheduled duration
5 months
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Project timeline

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May 2, 2025329 days across supplied datesMar 27, 2026

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  1. Project registered · TDLR filing

    Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

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  2. Review complete · TDLR filing

    The filing records completion of the accessibility review.

    Same day as the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled construction start · Scheduled date

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    66 days after the preceding date shown.

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  4. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    142 days after the preceding date shown.

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  5. Inspection complete · TDLR filing

    The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.

    20 days after the preceding date shown.

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  6. Project closed · TDLR filing

    The project record was closed in TDLR.

    101 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr.

McDonald's USA completed the construction of a new 5,060-square-foot restaurant at the intersection of I-10 and Tarpon Drive in San Antonio. The project, filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) as "McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr.", involved the new construction of a single-story dining facility on private land in Bexar County. The estimated cost for this build was $750,000, resulting in a cost of $148 per square foot.

The development was registered with TDLR in May 2025, with plan review completed in the same month. Construction began in July 2025, and the final inspection was passed in December 2025. TDLR closed the project file in March 2026, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. This timeline indicates a scheduled build window of 142 days, a period shorter than the 207-day median for similar new construction projects in Bexar County.

Project Details and Context

Castles Design Group served as the design firm of record for this McDonald's location. The project is privately funded and situated in ZIP code 78006. Census estimates for this area indicate a population of about 42,200 and a median household income of $110,955. The median owner-occupied home value in this ZIP code is $502,700, with housing predominantly owner-occupied. The $750,000 estimated cost for this San Antonio project is above the county median of $600,000 for new construction filings, while the $148 per square foot cost is above the county median of $115.

McDonald's has six other TDLR-registered projects in the state, including locations in McAllen, Palmview, Cleveland, Del Rio, and Donna. Castles Design Group has worked on six other registered projects, including automotive dealerships and other McDonald's locations in Rosharon and New Braunfels. The Bexar County unemployment rate was 4.6 percent in August 2026, lower than a year earlier. This project represents a standard new construction effort for the fast-food chain, adding to the existing commercial infrastructure along the I-10 corridor.

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McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. is a New Construction project located at I-10 & Tarpon Dr., San Antonio, TX 78006 in San Antonio, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $750K covering 5,060 sq ft. McDonald's is the property owner and Castles Design Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on May 2, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the McDonald's at I-10 and Tarpon Dr open?

The TDLR record confirms the construction project is closed and the final inspection was passed in December 2025. However, the record does not state when the business began operating to the public.

Who designed this McDonald's restaurant?

Castles Design Group is the design firm of record for this project. They are also responsible for other McDonald's locations in Rosharon and New Braunfels, as well as automotive projects in Katy and Midland.

What was the estimated cost of the construction?

The estimated cost for the new 5,060-square-foot building was $750,000. This amounts to $148 per square foot, a figure above the Bexar County median of $115 for similar new construction filings.

When did the construction finish?

Construction started in July 2025 and the final inspection was passed in December 2025. TDLR closed the project file in March 2026, marking the end of the accessibility review process.

Is this project on private land?

Yes, the filing indicates the project is privately funded and located on private land for private use. It is situated at the intersection of I-10 and Tarpon Drive in San Antonio.

What is McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr.?

McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. is a new construction project at I-10 & Tarpon Dr. in San Antonio, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: A New McDonald's Restaurant Building

Is McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. open in San Antonio?

Construction on McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Mar 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.

Where is McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. located?

McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. is located at I-10 & Tarpon Dr., San Antonio, TX, 78006, in Bexar County.

Who is the owner or developer of McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr.?

McDonald's is the property owner/developer of record for McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr., per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr.?

Castles Design Group is the design firm of record for McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr., according to its TDLR filing.

How much does McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. cost and how big is it?

McDonald's (42-3515) I-10 & Tarpon Dr. has an estimated construction value of $750K and approximately 5,060 square feet (about $148/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

A New McDonald's Restaurant Building

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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I-10 & Tarpon Dr., San Antonio, TX, 78006

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