Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
BUTTER & GRACE in Waxahachie, TX
131 VILLAGE PARKWAY #TBD, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
BUTTER & GRACE is a renovation/alteration project at 131 VILLAGE PARKWAY #TBD, Waxahachie, in Ellis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Jun 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $200K across about 3,331 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $200K
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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
- 3,331 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $60/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.
9 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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18 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
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183 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About BUTTER & GRACE
A 3,331 sq ft renovation at 131 Village Parkway in Waxahachie is registered under the name The Village Apartments. The filing identifies the business as Butter & Grace, with a scope of work described as finishing out a restaurant space. This project is a renovation and alteration, not new construction, and is privately funded on private land for private use.
The estimated cost for the work is $200,000, which calculates to $60 per square foot. This figure is below the county median of $84 per square foot for similar renovation projects in Ellis County. The scheduled build window from December 2025 to June 2026 spans 183 days, which is longer than the county median of 92 days for comparable filings.
Project Details and Design
Crystal Living Village at Waxahachie is the owner of record. JAX Design Studio, LLC is the design firm of record for this project. The registered accessibility specialist is Brandon Mark Quimbey. This project is one of 165 renovation and alteration filings registered in Ellis County in the last 24 months.
JAX Design Studio, LLC has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,280,000. These include Rosamond Crossing in Anna, Trailhouse Park in Forney, and Epic East Towne Crossing Retail 'D' in Grand Prairie. The Village Apartments is part of a broader development context in Waxahachie, where other registered projects include Midtown Wellness Waxahachie Building 3 and the Village Shopping Center. These nearby projects are listed as new construction, distinct from the renovation status of this specific filing.
Current Status and Public Record
TDLR completed plan review in December 2025. Construction was scheduled to finish in June 2026. TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The project was registered with TDLR in December 2025. The status is listed as Review Complete. This indicates the plans have been approved, but the final physical verification of the completed work has not been logged in the system.
Third-party sources provide additional context. A listing on ConstructConnect describes The Village Apartments as a multi-residential development with site work and paving. An Instagram post from August 2026 mentions the location, though it does not confirm the status of the specific restaurant renovation. The area profile for ZIP 75165 shows a population of about 51,203 and a median household income of $84,780. These Census estimates provide background on the local market where the project is located. The Ellis County unemployment rate was 4.6 percent in June 2026, higher than a year earlier.
Review Complete
Design review complete, construction may proceed
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BUTTER & GRACE is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 131 VILLAGE PARKWAY #TBD in Waxahachie, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $200K covering 3,331 sq ft. CRYSTAL LIVING VILLAGE AT WAXAHACHIE is the property owner and JAX DESIGN STUDIO, LLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on December 2, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the specific scope of work for this project?
The filing states the scope is to finish out a space for a restaurant. The project name on the filing is Butter & Grace, associated with The Village Apartments.
Who is the design firm for this renovation?
JAX Design Studio, LLC is the design firm of record. They have six other TDLR-registered projects in the region, including locations in Anna, Forney, and Grand Prairie.
Is the project located in a flood zone?
It is designated as zone X according to the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
What is the estimated cost per square foot?
The estimated cost is $200,000 for 3,331 sq ft, which calculates to $60 per square foot. This is below the Ellis County median of $84 per square foot for similar renovations.
Is the business open?
The TDLR record does not confirm that the business is open. It notes that TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record.
What is BUTTER & GRACE?
BUTTER & GRACE is a renovation/alteration project at 131 VILLAGE PARKWAY #TBD in Waxahachie, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: FINISH OUT FOR RESTAURANT
Is BUTTER & GRACE open in Waxahachie?
BUTTER & GRACE was scheduled to finish construction in Jun 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 BUTTER & GRACE located?
BUTTER & GRACE is located at 131 VILLAGE PARKWAY #TBD, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, in Ellis County.
Who is the owner or developer of BUTTER & GRACE?
CRYSTAL LIVING VILLAGE AT WAXAHACHIE is the property owner/developer of record for BUTTER & GRACE, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for BUTTER & GRACE?
JAX DESIGN STUDIO, LLC is the design firm of record for BUTTER & GRACE, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does BUTTER & GRACE cost and how big is it?
BUTTER & GRACE has an estimated construction value of $200K and approximately 3,331 square feet (about $60/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
FINISH OUT FOR 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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131 VILLAGE PARKWAY #TBD, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
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