Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Calico Bar
11978 Leslie Rd., Helotes, TX, 78023
Calico Bar is a new construction project at 11978 Leslie Rd., Helotes, in Bexar County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Aug 2027. The project has an estimated value of $650K across about 11,798 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $650K
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- Reported floor area
- 11,798 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $55/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 1mo
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5 days after the preceding date shown.
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92 days after the preceding date shown.
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397 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Calico Bar
Calico Bar is a new construction project located at 11978 Leslie Rd. in Helotes, Texas. The facility spans 11,798 square feet and is designed to include restrooms, a seating area, a dance floor, a stage, and a storage area. A second level adds 1,598 square feet to the total floor area.
The project is privately funded on private land in Bexar County. Pedro (Pete) Pompa is the owner of record, while Lawrence Saunders Architect serves as the design firm. Doug W Martine is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. The estimated cost for this new bar facility is $650,000.
Construction Timeline and Status
TDLR completed plan review in March 2026, and the project is scheduled to finish in August 2027. Work is set to begin in July 2026, creating a scheduled build window of 397 days. This duration is longer than the county median of 208 days for similar new construction filings in Bexar County.
The site is situated in the Far West Side area of Helotes. Nearby businesses include Tractor Supply Co., Helotes Collision Center, and the Northside ISD Tennis Center. The area is part of ZIP code 78023, which has a population of about 28,585 residents according to U.S. Census estimates.
Lawrence Saunders Architect has other TDLR-registered projects, including University Hospital in San Antonio and Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional. Both of those projects have a status of inspection complete or project closed. Calico Bar is one of several new construction projects registered in the immediate area, which also includes 7Brew Coffee Shop and Bandera Pointe Shopping Center.
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Calico Bar is a New Construction project located at 11978 Leslie Rd., Helotes, TX 78023 in Helotes, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $650K covering 11,798 sq ft. Pedro (Pete) Pompa is the property owner and Lawrence Saunders Architect is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on March 26, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calico Bar open for business?
The TDLR record indicates the project is under construction with a scheduled finish date of August 2027. It is not yet open.
Who is the owner of Calico Bar?
Pedro (Pete) Pompa is listed as the owner or developer of record for this project.
What is the total square footage of the facility?
The new bar facility consists of approximately 11,798 square feet, including a second floor of 1,598 square feet.
Where is the Calico Bar construction site located?
The site is at 11978 Leslie Rd. in Helotes, Texas, within Bexar County.
What is Calico Bar?
Calico Bar is a new construction project at 11978 Leslie Rd. in Helotes, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Construct new bar facility consisting of approximately 11,798 sf. Facility will include restrooms, seating area, dance floor, stage and storage area. A second floor will be provided and contain 1598 sf .
Is Calico Bar open in Helotes?
Calico Bar is still under construction in Helotes, TX, with an estimated completion of Aug 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Calico Bar located?
Calico Bar is located at 11978 Leslie Rd., Helotes, TX, 78023, in Bexar County.
Who is the owner or developer of Calico Bar?
Pedro (Pete) Pompa is the property owner/developer of record for Calico Bar, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Calico Bar?
Lawrence Saunders Architect is the design firm of record for Calico Bar, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Calico Bar cost and how big is it?
Calico Bar has an estimated construction value of $650K and approximately 11,798 square feet (about $55/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Construct new bar facility consisting of approximately 11,798 sf. Facility will include restrooms, seating area, dance floor, stage and storage area. A second floor will be provided and contain 1598 sf .
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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11978 Leslie Rd., Helotes, TX, 78023
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