Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Building 'K' Shell in Willis, TX
12268 Interstate 45 N, Willis, TX, 77378
Building 'K' Shell is a new construction project at 12268 Interstate 45 N, Willis, in Montgomery County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Jul 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $3.5M across about 55,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $3.5M
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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
- 55,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $64/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 10 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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76 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.
303 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About Building 'K' Shell
A new 55,020-square-foot commercial retail building is under construction at 12268 Interstate 45 N in Willis, Texas. The project, filed as Building 'K' Shell, involves the new shell construction of a single-story concrete tilt-wall structure and associated site work. This development is part of the Market At Willis, Academy retail center.
The estimated cost for this construction is $3,516,150, which works out to approximately $64 per square foot. The owner of record is M@W Retail Associates, LLC, and the design firm is LA Architects. The project is privately funded on private land for private use. It was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in July 2025.
Construction Timeline and Status
Plan review was completed in July 2025, and construction was scheduled to begin in September 2025. The filing indicated a completion date of July 2026. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The registered accessibility specialist for this project is Brian Gary Stanton.
In Montgomery County, the median estimated cost for new construction filings is $800,000, with a median size of 9,430 square feet. This project’s cost is above the county median, placing it in the top quarter for its type. The scheduled build window of 303 days is longer than the county median of 213 days, while the cost per square foot is below the county median of $100.
M@W Retail Associates, LLC has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $5,450,000, all located in Willis and described as Market @ Willis. LA Architects has six other registered projects totaling $13,700,000, including locations in La Marque, Houston, Victoria, and Mesquite.
The area around 12268 Interstate 45 N includes other commercial developments such as Domino's Pizza, Willis Town Center, and Longhorn Steakhouse. According to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP 77378, the population is about 17,576, with a median household income of $68,595. The Montgomery County unemployment rate was 4.8 percent in July 2026.
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Building 'K' Shell is a New Construction project located at 12268 Interstate 45 N, Willis, Texas 77378 in Willis, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $3.5M covering 55,000 sq ft. M@W Retail Associates, LLC is the property owner and LA Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 1, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Market At Willis Academy retail center open?
The TDLR record shows plan review is complete, but it has not yet recorded a final inspection. Therefore, the public record does not confirm that the business is open or operating.
Who is building the new retail shell in Willis?
The owner of record is M@W Retail Associates, LLC, and the design firm is LA Architects. The registered accessibility specialist is Brian Gary Stanton.
What is the size and cost of the new building?
The building is 55,020 square feet with an estimated construction cost of $3,516,150. This equates to approximately $64 per square foot.
Where exactly is this project located?
The address is 12268 Interstate 45 N, Willis, Texas 77378. It is in Montgomery County and located in FEMA flood zone X.
When was the project registered with TDLR?
The project was registered with TDLR in July 2025, and plan review was completed in the same month. Construction was scheduled to start in September 2025.
What is Building 'K' Shell?
Building 'K' Shell is a new construction project at 12268 Interstate 45 N in Willis, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New Shell construction of a single story 55,020 sq.ft. concrete tilt-wall commercial retail building and associated site work.
Is Building 'K' Shell open in Willis?
Building 'K' Shell was scheduled to finish construction in Jul 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 'K' Shell located?
Building 'K' Shell is located at 12268 Interstate 45 N, Willis, TX, 77378, in Montgomery County.
Who is the owner or developer of Building 'K' Shell?
M@W Retail Associates, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Building 'K' Shell, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Building 'K' Shell?
LA Architects is the design firm of record for Building 'K' Shell, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Building 'K' Shell cost and how big is it?
Building 'K' Shell has an estimated construction value of $3.5M and approximately 55,000 square feet (about $64/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New Shell construction of a single story 55,020 sq.ft. concrete tilt-wall commercial retail building and associated site work.
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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12268 Interstate 45 N, Willis, TX, 77378
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