The Oyster Mar y Tierra in LIVINGSTON, TX

The Oyster Mar y Tierra is a 6,515 sq ft restaurant renovation located at 930 US HWY 59 LOO NORTH in Livingston, Texas. The project involves converting a self-stand building into a dining facility, with an estimated cost of $350,500. This places the renovation above the median estimated cost for similar projects in Polk County, which is $300,000. The cost per square foot is calculated at $54, which is below the county median of $81 for renovation and alteration work.

Project Status and Timeline

Miguel Jauregui is the owner of record for this privately funded project. The work was registered with TDLR in January 2026, and plan review was completed in October 2026. Construction was scheduled to begin in January 2026 with a completion date of May 2026. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The scheduled build window of 110 days is close to the county median of 106 days for similar filings.

Grant Allen Bailey serves as the registered accessibility specialist for the project. The area profile for ZIP code 77351 indicates a population of about 35,828, with a median household income of $62,710. Nearby businesses include David Beard's Catfish King and the American Legion Post 312, suggesting a local focus on dining and community gathering.

Local Context and Comparisons

Other registered projects in the Livingston area include the Livingston ISD Athletic Complex and St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital renovations. The Oyster Mar y Tierra stands out as a private commercial development in a region where housing is predominantly owner-occupied. The Polk County unemployment rate was 5 percent in August 2026, lower than a year earlier. A Facebook post by a user identified as 128713361033403 described the venue as a new seafood restaurant in Livingston, inviting followers to tag friends interested in visiting. This social media mention aligns with the project's intent to serve as a dining establishment, though it does not confirm operational status.

The project represents a significant investment in the local hospitality sector, leveraging an existing shell structure to create a modern dining experience. With a cost of $350,500 for 6,515 sq ft, the renovation is efficient in terms of square footage pricing compared to county averages. The absence of a final inspection record means that public confirmation of completion is pending, despite the scheduled finish date having passed. Residents and visitors should monitor TDLR updates for official status changes regarding the occupancy of this new restaurant space.