Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Waffle House #20621
North I-35 Frontage Road, Hillsboro, TX, 76645
Waffle House #20621 is a new construction project at North I-35 Frontage Road, Hillsboro, in Hill 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 $300K across about 1,840 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $300K
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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
- 1,840 ft²
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Square footage reported for this scope of work. It may cover only part of a larger property.
- Estimated cost / ft²
- $163/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
- 6 months
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The interval between the filed start and completion dates. These dates describe the proposed schedule and do not measure actual construction progress.
The project record
Project timeline
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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 recordScheduled construction start · Scheduled date
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123 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordReview complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
69 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
A date supplied in the filing; this does not confirm that work started or finished.
110 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
70 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About Waffle House #20621
The Waffle House at North I-35 Frontage Road in Hillsboro has passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection. This 1,840-square-foot new restaurant construction project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in September 2025 and reached completion in September 2026. The filing identifies the owner as Waffle House, Inc., with Mark D. Pavey, AIA serving as the architect of record.
The project scope is defined as a new restaurant. The estimated cost for this construction was $300,000, which calculates to $163 per square foot. This cost per square foot is close to the county median of $163 for similar new construction filings in Hill County. The total estimated cost sits below the county median of $750,000, placing it in the bottom quarter of recent projects in the area.
Construction Timeline and Status
Plan review for the project was completed in March 2026. Construction began in January 2026, with a scheduled completion date of June 2026. The actual final inspection occurred in September 2026, confirming the building meets accessibility standards. The TDLR status is listed as Inspection Complete, indicating the physical construction phase is finished and verified by state authorities.
Waffle House, Inc. has six other TDLR-registered projects, including locations in Waco, Splendora, Anna, and Fort Worth. Each of these projects shares the same estimated cost of $300,000 and utilizes the same design firm, Mark D. Pavey, AIA. This consistency suggests a standardized approach to new restaurant construction across the company’s recent Texas developments.
The project is privately funded on private land. The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is Brian Gary Stanton. The location is in Hill County, where the unemployment rate was 4.4 percent in July 2026. The surrounding ZIP code 76645 has a population of about 11,321 and a median household income of $61,792 according to U.S. Census estimates.
Inspection Complete
Final inspection completed, awaiting project closure
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Waffle House #20621 is a New Construction project located at North I-35 Frontage Road, Hillsboro, TX 76645 in Hillsboro, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $300K covering 1,840 sq ft. Waffle House, Inc. is the property owner and Mark D. Pavey, AIA - Architect is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 1, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Waffle House in Hillsboro open?
The TDLR record confirms the construction passed its final accessibility inspection in September 2026. It does not provide information on business opening dates or operating hours. The status reflects building completion, not retail activity.
Who built the Waffle House in Hillsboro?
The owner of record is Waffle House, Inc. The design firm of record is Mark D. Pavey, AIA - Architect. The registered accessibility specialist is Brian Gary Stanton. The filing does not list a specific general contractor.
How much did the Hillsboro Waffle House cost to build?
The estimated cost listed in the TDLR filing is $300,000. This amount covers the new construction of the 1,840-square-foot restaurant. The cost per square foot is $163, which is close to the Hill County median.
When was the Hillsboro Waffle House finished?
The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in September 2026. The filing listed a planned completion date of June 2026, but the official state inspection confirming completion occurred in September.
Is this a new or existing building?
The type of work is listed as New Construction. The scope of work is a New Restaurant. This indicates a ground-up build rather than a renovation of a previously existing structure.
What is Waffle House #20621?
Waffle House #20621 is a new construction project at North I-35 Frontage Road in Hillsboro, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New Restaurant
Is Waffle House #20621 open in Hillsboro?
Construction on Waffle House #20621 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 Waffle House #20621 located?
Waffle House #20621 is located at North I-35 Frontage Road, Hillsboro, TX, 76645, in Hill County.
Who is the owner or developer of Waffle House #20621?
Waffle House, Inc. is the property owner/developer of record for Waffle House #20621, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Waffle House #20621?
Mark D. Pavey, AIA - Architect is the design firm of record for Waffle House #20621, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Waffle House #20621 cost and how big is it?
Waffle House #20621 has an estimated construction value of $300K and approximately 1,840 square feet (about $163/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New Restaurant
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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North I-35 Frontage Road, Hillsboro, TX, 76645
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