Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Building 'P' Shell
12244 Interstate 45 N, Willis, TX, 77378
Building 'P' Shell is a new construction project at 12244 Interstate 45 N, Willis, in Montgomery County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish May 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $900K across about 12,800 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $900K
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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
- 12,800 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $70/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
- 7 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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144 days after the preceding date shown.
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A date supplied in the filing; this does not confirm that work started or finished.
212 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About Building 'P' Shell
A new 12,800-square-foot retail shell is under construction at 12244 Interstate 45 N in Willis, Montgomery County. The project, filed as Building 'P' Shell, is a new construction effort valued at $900,000. M@W Retail Associates, LLC serves as the owner of record, while LA Architects, LLC is the design firm.
The scope of work includes the retail shell and associated sitework. This filing is part of a broader development effort by M@W Retail Associates, LLC, which has six other TDLR-registered projects in the area totaling $8,066,150. These include other Market @ Willis buildings and the Academy project, all with review complete. The estimated cost of $900,000 is close to the median estimated cost for similar new construction filings in Montgomery County, which stands at $800,000.
Construction Timeline and Status
Plan review for this project was completed in May 2025. Construction was scheduled to begin in October 2025, with a planned completion date of May 2026. The scheduled build window of 212 days is close to the county median of 213 days. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The TDLR status is listed as Review Complete.
The project is privately funded on private land for private use. The cost per square foot is $70, which is below the county median of $100 per square foot for similar projects. This efficiency in cost structure is notable given the standard scope of work. The area around the site includes several established businesses, such as Love's Truck Care and CAT Scale, indicating a commercial corridor along Interstate 45.
For residents and businesses in ZIP 77378, the area has a population of about 17,576 and a median household income of $68,595. The housing stock is predominantly owner-occupied, with a median home value of $177,900. This new retail addition contributes to the local commercial landscape in this suburban Montgomery County community.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Building 'P' Shell is a New Construction project located at 12244 Interstate 45 N in Willis, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $900K covering 12,800 sq ft. M@W Retail Associates, LLC is the property owner and LA Architects, LLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on May 24, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Market @ Willis open for business?
The TDLR record does not confirm that the business is open. TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, meaning the construction status is not finalized in the public record. You should verify directly with the property for current operating status.
Who is the developer of the new retail building at 12244 Interstate 45 N?
M@W Retail Associates, LLC is the owner and developer of record for this project. LA Architects, LLC is the registered design firm. The project is privately funded and located on private land in Willis, Montgomery County.
What is the total cost and size of the Building 'P' Shell project?
The estimated cost is $900,000 for a 12,800-square-foot retail shell. This works out to $70 per square foot. The scope includes the building shell and associated sitework, as listed in the TDLR filing.
When was the construction scheduled to be completed?
The filing listed a completion date of May 2026. Construction was scheduled to start in October 2025. Since TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, the actual completion date is not confirmed in the public record.
What is Building 'P' Shell?
Building 'P' Shell is a new construction project at 12244 Interstate 45 N in Willis, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Retail Shell & Associated Sitework
Is Building 'P' Shell open in Willis?
Building 'P' Shell was scheduled to finish construction in May 2026 according to its TDLR registration, but TDLR has not recorded a final accessibility inspection, so its opening status is not confirmed in the public record.
Where is Building 'P' Shell located?
Building 'P' Shell is located at 12244 Interstate 45 N, Willis, TX, 77378, in Montgomery County.
Who is the owner or developer of Building 'P' Shell?
M@W Retail Associates, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Building 'P' Shell, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Building 'P' Shell?
LA Architects, LLC is the design firm of record for Building 'P' Shell, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Building 'P' Shell cost and how big is it?
Building 'P' Shell has an estimated construction value of $900K and approximately 12,800 square feet (about $70/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Retail Shell & Associated Sitework
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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12244 Interstate 45 N, Willis, TX, 77378
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