Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Livsmart Studios By Hilton
25175 Star Lane, Katy, TX, 77494
Livsmart Studios By Hilton is a new construction project at 25175 Star Lane, Katy, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Feb 2028. The project has an estimated value of $3.3M across about 50,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $3.3M
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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
- 50,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $65/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2y 1mo
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134 days after the preceding date shown.
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761 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Livsmart Studios By Hilton
Livsmart Studios By Hilton is a new construction project in Katy, Texas, featuring a four-story building with 81 rooms. The structure covers 50,000 square feet and is located at 25175 Star Lane in Harris County. The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is David S Drepaul, and the project was registered with TDLR in August 2025. Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2026, with completion targeted for February 2028.
The estimated cost for this development is $3,250,000, which works out to $65 per square foot. This figure is below the Harris County median of $88 per square foot for new construction filings. The total project value is above the county median estimated cost of $750,000, placing it in the top quarter of similar filings. The scheduled build window is 761 days, which is longer than the county median of 219 days.
Development and Design
Dharmanath LLC is the owner and developer of record for this property. Gandhi Designs, LLC serves as the design firm. This firm has six other TDLR-registered projects in the region, totaling $10,093,450. These include projects in Orange, New Caney, Humble, Alvin, and Houston. The funding for Livsmart Studios By Hilton is private, situated on private land for private use.
Local media outlets have noted the significance of this location. The Houston Chronicle reported that Hilton is bringing its newest extended-stay brand to Texas, with plans to open the state's first LivSmart Studios by Hilton in Katy. A post by My Neighborhood News described the project as a $3.25 million extended-stay hotel near Katy Mills, with completion expected by February 2028. These reports align with the TDLR registration details provided in the filing.
This status is determined by the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer based on the site coordinates. The project remains in the Project Registered status with TDLR. Plan review is pending, and the construction timeline is set against the background of a Harris County unemployment rate of 5.2 percent in July 2026.
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Project has been registered with TDLR and is in pre-construction phase
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Livsmart Studios By Hilton is a New Construction project located at 25175 Star Lane, Katy, TX 77494 in Katy, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $3.3M covering 50,000 sq ft. Dharmanath LLC is the property owner and Gandhi Designs, LLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 20, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Livsmart Studios By Hilton open?
The project is in the construction phase. TDLR records show it is registered with a target completion date of February 2028. It has not yet opened for business.
Who is the developer of this hotel?
Dharmanath LLC is the owner and developer of record. Gandhi Designs, LLC is the registered design firm for the project in Katy.
How many rooms will the building have?
The filing specifies a four-story building with 81 rooms. The total square footage for the structure is 50,000 sq ft.
What is the estimated cost of construction?
The estimated cost is $3,250,000. This equates to $65 per square foot, which is below the Harris County median for new construction.
What is Livsmart Studios By Hilton?
Livsmart Studios By Hilton is a new construction project at 25175 Star Lane in Katy, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Proposed construction of four-story building with 81 rooms.
Is Livsmart Studios By Hilton open in Katy?
Livsmart Studios By Hilton is still under construction in Katy, TX, with an estimated completion of Feb 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Livsmart Studios By Hilton located?
Livsmart Studios By Hilton is located at 25175 Star Lane, Katy, TX, 77494, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of Livsmart Studios By Hilton?
Dharmanath LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Livsmart Studios By Hilton, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Livsmart Studios By Hilton?
Gandhi Designs, LLC is the design firm of record for Livsmart Studios By Hilton, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Livsmart Studios By Hilton cost and how big is it?
Livsmart Studios By Hilton has an estimated construction value of $3.3M and approximately 50,000 square feet (about $65/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Proposed construction of four-story building with 81 rooms.
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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25175 Star Lane, Katy, TX, 77494
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