Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Longhorn
12140 Interstate 45 N, Willis, TX, 77378
Longhorn is a new construction project at 12140 Interstate 45 N, Willis, in Montgomery County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Sep 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $2.5M across about 5,780 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.5M
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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
- 5,780 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $433/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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125 days after the preceding date shown.
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207 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Longhorn
MRSS Partners LTD is building a new 5,780 sq ft Longhorn Steakhouse at 12140 Interstate 45 N in Willis, Montgomery County. This new construction project includes the full-service restaurant, dumpster enclosure, parking lot, landscaping, and all utilities. The estimated cost is $2,500,000, which works out to $433 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $100 per sq ft for similar new construction filings.
Project Timeline and Status
The project registered with TDLR in October 2025, and plan review was completed in the same month. Construction is scheduled to start in February 2026 and is scheduled to finish in September 2026. This 207-day build window is close to the county median of 212 days for new construction projects in Montgomery County.
The McIntosh Group serves as the design firm of record. They have six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $13,560,000, including Longhorn Steakhouse locations in Aubrey, Texas City, Sherman, and Manor. The registered accessibility specialist for this Willis project is Marc S Frame.
Local Context and Funding
This project is privately funded on private land for private use. It sits in an area with other registered construction activities, including renovations at Willis Town Center and a new construction project for Market At Willis, Academy. Nearby businesses include CAT Scale, Love's Truck Care, and Ridgeland Hills by Legend Homes. Census estimates for ZIP 77378 show a population of about 17,576 and a median household income of $68,595.
The estimated cost of $2,500,000 places this project in the top quarter of new construction filings in Montgomery County, where the median estimated cost is $800,000. While the size of 5,780 sq ft is below the county median of 9,262 sq ft, the higher cost per square foot reflects the full scope of the new restaurant build.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Longhorn is a New Construction project located at 12140 Interstate 45 N in Willis, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.5M covering 5,780 sq ft. MRSS Partners LTD is the property owner and The McIntosh Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 21, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does construction start and end?
Construction is scheduled to start in February 2026 and is scheduled to finish in September 2026. TDLR completed plan review in October 2025.
Who owns and designs the restaurant?
MRSS Partners LTD is the owner/developer of record. The McIntosh Group is the design firm of record for this new construction project.
How big is the new building?
The new construction is 5,780 sq ft. The estimated cost is $2,500,000, resulting in a cost of $433 per square foot.
Is the restaurant open now?
The project is in the construction phase. TDLR status is Review Complete, and construction is scheduled to finish in September 2026.
What is Longhorn?
Longhorn is a new construction project at 12140 Interstate 45 N in Willis, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New construction of a full-service restaurant, including the dumpster enclosure, parking lot, landscaping and all utilities.
Is Longhorn open in Willis?
Longhorn was scheduled to finish construction in Sep 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 Longhorn located?
Longhorn is located at 12140 Interstate 45 N, Willis, TX, 77378, in Montgomery County.
Who is the owner or developer of Longhorn?
MRSS Partners LTD is the property owner/developer of record for Longhorn, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Longhorn?
The McIntosh Group is the design firm of record for Longhorn, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Longhorn cost and how big is it?
Longhorn has an estimated construction value of $2.5M and approximately 5,780 square feet (about $433/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New construction of a full-service restaurant, including the dumpster enclosure, parking lot, landscaping and all utilities.
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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12140 Interstate 45 N, Willis, TX, 77378
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