Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2026010080New Construction
Funding type

This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

Cheddar's

29053 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX, 77494

Opening ~Dec 2026Review Complete

Cheddar's is a new construction project at 29053 Katy Freeway, Katy, in Waller County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2026. The project has an estimated value of $3.8M across about 5,864 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$3.8M
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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
5,864 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$644/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
8 months
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Project timeline

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Jan 14, 2026345 days across supplied datesDec 25, 2026

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  1. Project registered · TDLR filing

    Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

    Source: TDLR filing

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  2. Review complete · TDLR filing

    The filing records completion of the accessibility review.

    33 days after the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled construction start · Scheduled date

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    63 days after the preceding date shown.

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  4. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

    A date supplied in the filing; this does not confirm that work started or finished.

    249 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About Cheddar's

Cheddar's Katy, TX is under new construction at 29053 Katy Freeway in Katy, Texas. The project, filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), involves the construction of a full-service dining facility spanning 5,864 square feet. The scope of work includes the main building, a dumpster enclosure, parking lot, landscaping, and all necessary utilities. The estimated cost for this development is $3,776,000, which calculates to $644 per square foot.

The owner of record is Pederson Road Town Center - 139 LLC, a developer also responsible for other projects at the Texas Heritage Marketplace. DP3 Architectects is the design firm of record for this build. Marc S Frame serves as the registered accessibility specialist. This project is privately funded on private land for private use.

Construction Timeline and Status

TDLR completed plan review for this project in February 2026. Construction is scheduled to finish in December 2026, with work starting in April 2026. The total scheduled build window is 249 days, which is close to the county median of 273 days for similar new construction filings in Waller County. The current TDLR status is Review Complete.

Contextual data from 630 TDLR-registered new construction filings in Waller County indicates this project's estimated cost is above the county median for its type. The median estimated cost for comparable projects is $1,200,000, with the middle half ranging from $450,000 to $3,772,928. The median size for these projects is 13,578 square feet, and the median cost per square foot is $75. This Cheddar's project exceeds that median cost per square foot significantly.

DP3 Architectects has two other TDLR-registered Cheddar's projects on record, including locations in Tomball and Temple. Pederson Road Town Center - 139 LLC has two other registered projects totaling $4,492,000, including an Olive Garden at the same Texas Heritage Marketplace location. The surrounding area, ZIP code 77494, has a population of about 130,920 with a median household income of $144,444 according to U.S. Census ACS 2022 five-year estimates. Waller County's unemployment rate was 6.1 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier.

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Cheddar's is a New Construction project located at 29053 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77494 in Katy, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $3.8M covering 5,864 sq ft. Pederson Road Town Center - 139 LLC is the property owner and DP3 Architectects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on January 14, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cheddar's in Katy, TX open?

The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in December 2026. Third-party web mentions reference the address, but the official filing does not confirm an opening date or current operational status.

Who is building the new Cheddar's in Katy?

The owner of record is Pederson Road Town Center - 139 LLC. DP3 Architectects is the design firm, and Marc S Frame is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.

How large is the new Cheddar's restaurant?

The new construction facility is 5,864 square feet. The scope includes the restaurant, parking lot, landscaping, and utilities.

What is the estimated cost of the project?

The estimated cost is $3,776,000. This figure is above the median estimated cost for new construction filings in Waller County.

When does construction start and finish?

Construction starts in April 2026 and is scheduled to finish in December 2026. TDLR completed plan review in February 2026.

What is Cheddar's?

Cheddar's is a new construction project at 29053 Katy Freeway in Katy, 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 Cheddar's open in Katy?

Cheddar's is still under construction in Katy, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2026 according to its TDLR registration.

Where is Cheddar's located?

Cheddar's is located at 29053 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX, 77494, in Waller County.

Who is the owner or developer of Cheddar's?

Pederson Road Town Center - 139 LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Cheddar's, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for Cheddar's?

DP3 Architectects is the design firm of record for Cheddar's, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does Cheddar's cost and how big is it?

Cheddar's has an estimated construction value of $3.8M and approximately 5,864 square feet (about $644/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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29053 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX, 77494

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