Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.)
SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.), Pearsall, TX, 78061
Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) is a new construction project at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.), Pearsall, in Frio County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Sep 2026). The project has an estimated value of $1.3M across about 2,816 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.3M
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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
- 2,816 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $454/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 6 months
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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.
138 days after the preceding date shown.
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100 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
142 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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49 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.)
A new Whataburger restaurant at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) in Pearsall, Texas, passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in September 2026. The project, filed as "Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) (Comal St.)", is a 2,816 sq ft fast-food facility with sit-in dining and drive-thru service. Construction is complete, and the building has met all state accessibility requirements.
Project Scope and Ownership
The owner of record is TJ Elite Properties LLC, with Castles Design Group serving as the design firm. The scope of work includes new site work and the construction of the restaurant structure. The estimated cost for this new construction project is $1,278,500, which computes to $454 per square foot. This figure is above the Frio County median of $174 per square foot for similar new construction filings.
The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) in August 2025. Plan review was completed in January 2026, and construction began in April 2026. The filing indicated a completion date of October 2026, and the final inspection was passed in September 2026. The scheduled build window was 191 days, which is close to the county median of 213 days for new construction projects.
Location and Context
The restaurant is located in Frio County, Pearsall, Texas (ZIP 78061). According to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates, the ZIP code area has a population of about 9,968 and a median household income of $47,567. The area is primarily owner-occupied, with a median home value of $103,200. This project is privately funded on private land for private use.
Castles Design Group has been involved in six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $16,250,000, including locations in Katy, Midland, Rosharon, McAllen, and New Braunfels. The Whataburger in Pearsall represents a new addition to the fast-food landscape in Frio County, with a construction timeline that aligns closely with regional averages for new builds.
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Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) is a New Construction project located at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.), Pearsall, TX 78061 in Pearsall, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.3M covering 2,816 sq ft. TJ Elite Properties LLC is the property owner and Castles Design Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 25, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Whataburger in Pearsall open?
The TDLR record shows construction is complete and the final TDLR accessibility inspection was passed in September 2026. The record does not confirm specific opening dates or operating hours, as it only tracks construction status.
Who is the owner of the Whataburger project?
The owner of record listed in the TDLR filing is TJ Elite Properties LLC. The design firm of record is Castles Design Group.
What is the size of the new Whataburger?
The building is 2,816 square feet. The scope includes sit-in dining and drive-thru service, along with new site work.
When was the construction completed?
The final TDLR accessibility inspection was passed in September 2026. The filing indicated a completion date of October 2026, but the inspection confirms the work was finished by September.
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost is $1,278,500. This translates to $454 per square foot, which is above the Frio County median of $174 per square foot for new construction.
What is Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.)?
Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) is a new construction project at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) in Pearsall, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Construction of new fast food restaurant with sit in dinning and drive-thru service. Scope of work includes new site work as well.
Is Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) open in Pearsall?
Construction on Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Sep 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) located?
Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) is located at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.), Pearsall, TX, 78061, in Frio County.
Who is the owner or developer of Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.)?
TJ Elite Properties LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.), per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.)?
Castles Design Group is the design firm of record for Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.), according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) cost and how big is it?
Whataburger at SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.) has an estimated construction value of $1.3M and approximately 2,816 square feet (about $454/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Construction of new fast food restaurant with sit in dinning and drive-thru service. Scope of work includes new site work as well.
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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SEQ IH-35 and FM 140 (Comal St.), Pearsall, TX, 78061
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