Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop
621 Waverly Street, Suite 154, Houston, TX, 77007
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop is a renovation/alteration project at 621 Waverly Street, Suite 154, Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Sep 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $300K across about 1,287 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $300K
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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
- 1,287 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $233/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
- 3 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Source: TDLR filing
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84 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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25 days after the preceding date shown.
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92 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop is a 1,287 sq ft tenant build-out located at 621 Waverly Street, Suite 154, in the Greater Heights neighborhood of Houston. The project is registered under the facility name The Swift Building and is classified as a Renovation/Alteration. Waverly Owner, LLC is the owner of record, while PDMS Design Group Inc. serves as the design firm. Laura Fulkerson is the registered accessibility specialist for this filing.
Project Scope and Cost
The estimated cost for this renovation is $300,000. This figure places the project above the Harris County median estimated cost of $250,000 for similar renovation and alteration filings. The cost per square foot is calculated at $233, which is above the county median of $80 per square foot. The scheduled build window for this project is 92 days, matching the county median for this type of work.
TDLR completed plan review in May 2026. Construction was scheduled to begin in June 2026 and finish in September 2026. The TDLR status is listed as Review Complete. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record.
Local Context
The project is situated in ZIP code 77007. U.S. Census American Community Survey 2023 five-year estimates for this area indicate a population of about 45,337. The median household income is $140,878, and the median owner-occupied home value is $501,300. The housing stock consists of 26,281 units, with an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied homes.
City of Houston permit records show at least 25 permits on file at this street address. The 25 most recent permits were issued between July 2026 and July 2026. These include various building permits for office remodels and restaurant conversions. Nearby businesses in the area include Houston Texas Fire Fighters FCU, DJ foe life mobile services, and Lola Savannah. The Harris County unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier.
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Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 621 Waverly Street, Suite 154, Houston, TX 77007 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $300K covering 1,287 sq ft. Waverly Owner, LLC is the property owner and PDMS Design Group Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on February 12, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop open?
The TDLR record shows plan review was completed in May 2026 and construction was scheduled for completion in September 2026. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection, so the business status is not confirmed in the public record.
Who is the design firm for this project?
PDMS Design Group Inc. is the design firm of record for the Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop renovation at 621 Waverly Street, Houston.
What is the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost for the 1,287 sq ft tenant build-out is $300,000. This is above the Harris County median estimated cost of $250,000 for similar projects.
Where is the project located?
The project is located at 621 Waverly Street, Suite 154, Houston, TX 77007, in the Greater Heights neighborhood of Harris County.
What is the TDLR status of the project?
The TDLR status is Review Complete. Plan review was finished in May 2026, but TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection for this project.
What is Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop?
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop is a renovation/alteration project at 621 Waverly Street, Suite 154 in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: 1,287 sq.ft. Tenant build out.
Is Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop open in Houston?
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop was scheduled to finish construction in Sep 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 Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop located?
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop is located at 621 Waverly Street, Suite 154, Houston, TX, 77007, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop?
Waverly Owner, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop?
PDMS Design Group Inc. is the design firm of record for Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop cost and how big is it?
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Shop has an estimated construction value of $300K and approximately 1,287 square feet (about $233/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
1,287 sq.ft. Tenant build out.
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
621 Waverly Street, Suite 154, Houston, TX, 77007
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