Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
St. Martin de Porres New Church
230 Post Oak Drive, Dripping Springs, TX, 78620
St. Martin de Porres New Church is a new construction project at 230 Post Oak Drive, Dripping Springs, in Hays County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jan 2028. The project has an estimated value of $17.0M across about 22,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $17.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 22,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $773/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 7mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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100 days after the preceding date shown.
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52 days after the preceding date shown.
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579 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About St. Martin de Porres New Church
The St. Martin de Porres New Church is a two-story, 22,000 sq ft structure under construction at 230 Post Oak Drive in Dripping Springs, Hays County. This new build includes a seating area, sanctuary with altar, restrooms, sacristies, and a choir loft. The project is scheduled to finish in January 2028, with work starting in July 2026.
The Catholic Diocese of Austin is the owner of record for this privately funded development on private land. Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, Inc. serves as the design firm. Eddie Hare is the registered accessibility specialist on file. The estimated cost for the project is $17,000,000, which equates to $773 per square foot.
Construction Status and Timeline
TDLR completed the plan review process in May 2026. The status is listed as Review Complete. The construction window spans from July 2026 to January 2028. This duration is longer than the county median build window of 274 days for similar new construction filings in Hays County.
According to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP code 78620, the area has a population of about 20,624 and a median household income of $146,551. The median owner-occupied home value in the area is $624,800.
The Catholic Diocese of Austin has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $9,620,000, including St. Paul Chong Hasang Catholic Church in Harker Heights and Jesuit House in Austin. Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, Inc. has six other registered projects totaling $51,500,000, such as the San Patricio County Courthouse in Sinton and Port Arthur Fire Station No. 2. A post by St. Martin de Porres described a silent auction supporting the new church building fund at this address.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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St. Martin de Porres New Church is a New Construction project located at 230 Post Oak Drive, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 in Dripping Springs, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $17.0M covering 22,000 sq ft. Catholic Diocese of Austin is the property owner and Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on January 30, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the new church be finished?
Construction is scheduled to finish in January 2028. Work started in July 2026, and TDLR completed plan review in May 2026.
Who is building the St. Martin de Porres New Church?
The Catholic Diocese of Austin is the owner of record. Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, Inc. is the design firm, and Eddie Hare is the registered accessibility specialist.
How much does the new church cost?
The estimated cost is $17,000,000. This equates to $773 per square foot for the 22,000 sq ft building.
Is the church currently open to the public?
The TDLR record shows construction is scheduled to finish in January 2028. No information is provided regarding public access or opening dates during the construction phase.
Where is the St. Martin de Porres New Church located?
The address is 230 Post Oak Drive, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, in Hays County.
What is St. Martin de Porres New Church?
St. Martin de Porres New Church is a new construction project at 230 Post Oak Drive in Dripping Springs, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: two-story, 22,000 SF new church building with seating area, sanctuary with altar, restrooms, sacristies, and choir loft.
Is St. Martin de Porres New Church open in Dripping Springs?
St. Martin de Porres New Church is still under construction in Dripping Springs, TX, with an estimated completion of Jan 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is St. Martin de Porres New Church located?
St. Martin de Porres New Church is located at 230 Post Oak Drive, Dripping Springs, TX, 78620, in Hays County.
Who is the owner or developer of St. Martin de Porres New Church?
Catholic Diocese of Austin is the property owner/developer of record for St. Martin de Porres New Church, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for St. Martin de Porres New Church?
Brown Reynolds Watford Architects, Inc. is the design firm of record for St. Martin de Porres New Church, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does St. Martin de Porres New Church cost and how big is it?
St. Martin de Porres New Church has an estimated construction value of $17.0M and approximately 22,000 square feet (about $773/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
two-story, 22,000 SF new church building with seating area, sanctuary with altar, restrooms, sacristies, and choir loft.
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.
Location & views
230 Post Oak Drive, Dripping Springs, TX, 78620
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