Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Bluebonnet Volkswagen
283 S I-35 South, New Braunfels, TX, 78130
Bluebonnet Volkswagen is a new construction project at 283 S I-35 South, New Braunfels, in Comal County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Sep 2027. The project has an estimated value of $7.5M across about 35,732 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $7.5M
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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
- 35,732 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $210/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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31 days after the preceding date shown.
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165 days after the preceding date shown.
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364 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Bluebonnet Volkswagen
Bluebonnet Volkswagen is constructing a new 35,732 sq ft vehicle sales, parts, and service facility at 283 S I-35 South in New Braunfels. The project is a new construction effort valued at $7,500,000, placing it in the top quarter of estimated costs for similar filings in Comal County. Construction is scheduled to finish in September 2027, with work starting in October 2026.
Kahlig Enterprises INC is the owner of record for this development. The firm also holds a closed registration for Blue Bonnet Ford in the same city, a project valued at $850,000. This new Volkswagen facility represents a significant expansion of automotive retail presence in the area, distinct from nearby businesses like David's Auto Repair & Tire Services and The Watering Hole Saloon.
Design and Regulatory Status
Acuform Architecture serves as the design firm of record. Marc S Frame is the registered accessibility specialist for the project. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation completed plan review in April 2026. The TDLR status is listed as Review Complete, confirming that the administrative requirements for the new build have been met prior to the scheduled start date.
Local coverage from communityimpact.com noted that the auto retailer is expanding with this new dealership off I-35 South. The project sits in ZIP code 78130, where the U.S. Census estimates a population of about 95,787 and a median household income of $84,426.
Project Scale and Context
At $210 per square foot, the construction cost is above the county median of $125 for new construction filings. The scheduled build window is 364 days, which is longer than the county median of 232 days. This extended timeline reflects the size of the facility, which is nearly five times the median size of 7,661 sq ft for new construction in the region.
Comal County’s unemployment rate was 4.4 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier. The project is privately funded on private land. No other major construction projects by the same owner are active in the region, making this a focused investment in the local automotive market.
Review Complete
Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Bluebonnet Volkswagen is a New Construction project located at 283 S I-35 South, New Braunfels, TX 78130 in New Braunfels, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $7.5M covering 35,732 sq ft. KAHLIG ENTERPRISES INC is the property owner and Acuform Architecture is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on March 19, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bluebonnet Volkswagen open for business?
The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in September 2027. The filing covers the construction phase, not the operational opening date of the dealership.
Who is the owner of the new Bluebonnet Volkswagen facility?
Kahlig Enterprises INC is the owner and developer of record for the project at 283 S I-35 South in New Braunfels.
What is the estimated cost of the construction?
The estimated cost for the new 35,732 sq ft facility is $7,500,000, which works out to $210 per square foot.
When does construction start and end?
Construction is scheduled to start in October 2026 and is scheduled to finish in September 2027.
What is Bluebonnet Volkswagen?
Bluebonnet Volkswagen is a new construction project at 283 S I-35 South in New Braunfels, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New 35,732 SF vehicle sales, parts and service facility.
Is Bluebonnet Volkswagen open in New Braunfels?
Bluebonnet Volkswagen is still under construction in New Braunfels, TX, with an estimated completion of Sep 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Bluebonnet Volkswagen located?
Bluebonnet Volkswagen is located at 283 S I-35 South, New Braunfels, TX, 78130, in Comal County.
Who is the owner or developer of Bluebonnet Volkswagen?
KAHLIG ENTERPRISES INC is the property owner/developer of record for Bluebonnet Volkswagen, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Bluebonnet Volkswagen?
Acuform Architecture is the design firm of record for Bluebonnet Volkswagen, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Bluebonnet Volkswagen cost and how big is it?
Bluebonnet Volkswagen has an estimated construction value of $7.5M and approximately 35,732 square feet (about $210/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New 35,732 SF vehicle sales, parts and service facility.
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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283 S I-35 South, New Braunfels, TX, 78130
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