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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Pandora in Mercedes, TX
5001 E Expressway 83 SUITE 600A, Mercedes, TX, 78570
Pandora is a renovation/alteration project at 5001 E Expressway 83 SUITE 600A, Mercedes, in Hidalgo County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed May 2026). The project has an estimated value of $150K across about 1,465 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $150K
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- Reported floor area
- 1,465 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $102/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 3 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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The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
Same day as the preceding date shown.
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77 days after the preceding date shown.
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89 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
19 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Pandora
The Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets project in Mercedes, Texas, has completed its final TDLR accessibility inspection. This renovation and alteration work was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in November 2025. The project involved a tenant remodel to existing tenant space within the outlet center located at 5001 E Expressway 83, Suite 600A. The filing identifies the project name as Pandora, associated with the owner Mercedes Premium Outlets, L.P.
The scope of work covered 1,465 square feet of space. The estimated cost for this private renovation was $150,000, which calculates to $102 per square foot. This cost per square foot is above the county median of $70 for similar renovation and alteration filings in Hidalgo County. The total estimated cost is below the county median of $250,000 for this type of work. The scheduled build window for the project was 89 days, which is close to the county median of 92 days for comparable projects.
Mercedes Premium Outlets, L.P. is the owner of record for this project. The firm has five other TDLR-registered projects in Mercedes, totaling $2,291,000 in estimated costs. These include projects with status ranging from project registered to inspection complete. The design firm of record for this renovation is Norr. Norr has six other TDLR-registered projects across Texas, including locations in Frisco, Grapevine, Forney, Austin, and Sherman. The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is Josiah Saenz.
Construction began in February 2026 according to the filing. Plan review was completed in November 2025. The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in May 2026. The TDLR status for this project is Inspection Complete. This confirms that the construction and accessibility requirements for this specific tenant remodel have been met and verified by the state regulator.
The project is privately funded and located on private land for private use. It is situated in Hidalgo County, within the ZIP code 78570. Census estimates for this area indicate a population of about 33,596 and a median household income of $39,890. The Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets is a shopping center in Mercedes, as described by third-party listings. The TDLR record confirms the completion of the renovation work for this specific suite.
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Pandora is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 5001 E Expressway 83 SUITE 600A, Mercedes, TX 78570 in Mercedes, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $150K covering 1,465 sq ft. Mercedes Premium Outlets, L.P. is the property owner and NORR is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on November 17, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets project finished?
Yes, the project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in May 2026. The TDLR status is Inspection Complete, indicating the renovation work is finished.
What is the size and cost of the renovation?
The renovation covers 1,465 square feet with an estimated cost of $150,000. This equates to $102 per square foot.
Who owns and designed this project?
Mercedes Premium Outlets, L.P. is the owner of record. The design firm of record is Norr.
Where is this project located?
The project is located at 5001 E Expressway 83, Suite 600A, in Mercedes, Texas 78570.
When did construction start and end?
Construction started in February 2026. The final TDLR accessibility inspection was passed in May 2026.
What is Pandora?
Pandora is a renovation/alteration project at 5001 E Expressway 83 SUITE 600A in Mercedes, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Tenant remodel to existing tenant space
Is Pandora open in Mercedes?
Construction on Pandora is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in May 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Pandora located?
Pandora is located at 5001 E Expressway 83 SUITE 600A, Mercedes, TX, 78570, in Hidalgo County.
Who is the owner or developer of Pandora?
Mercedes Premium Outlets, L.P. is the property owner/developer of record for Pandora, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Pandora?
NORR is the design firm of record for Pandora, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Pandora cost and how big is it?
Pandora has an estimated construction value of $150K and approximately 1,465 square feet (about $102/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Tenant remodel to existing tenant space
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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5001 E Expressway 83 SUITE 600A, Mercedes, TX, 78570
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