Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2026016212Renovation/Alteration
Funding type

This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

Barnes & Noble in Laredo, TX

5300 San Dario Avenue, Suite D1B, Laredo, TX, 78041

Construction complete · Oct 2026Inspection Complete

Barnes & Noble is a renovation/alteration project at 5300 San Dario Avenue, Suite D1B, Laredo, in Webb County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Oct 2026). The project has an estimated value of $575K across about 19,085 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$575K
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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
19,085 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$30/sqft
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Scheduled duration
3 months
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Mar 30, 2026186 days across supplied datesOct 2, 2026

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  1. Project registered · TDLR filing

    Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

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  2. Scheduled construction start · Scheduled date

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    Same day as the preceding date shown.

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  3. Review complete · TDLR filing

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    29 days after the preceding date shown.

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  4. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    52 days after the preceding date shown.

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  5. Inspection complete · TDLR filing

    The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.

    105 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About Barnes & Noble

Mall Del Norte is undergoing a renovation and alteration at 5300 San Dario Avenue, Suite D1B, in Laredo, Texas. The project involves a tenant interior fit-out with a café, covering 19,085 sq ft of space. This work is filed under the business name Barnes & Noble, indicating the specific tenant improvement within the larger mall structure.

The estimated cost for this construction is $575,000, which calculates to $30 per square foot. This figure is below the county median of $79 per square foot for similar renovation and alteration filings in Webb County. The scheduled build window was 81 days, a duration close to the county median of 96 days for projects of this type.

Project Status and Oversight

The project was registered with TDLR in March 2026, with plan review completed in April 2026. Construction was scheduled to begin in March 2026 and finish in June 2026. Although the scheduled completion date has passed, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection. Therefore, the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record, and the project status remains Review Complete.

The owner of record is Mall Del Norte CMBS 2026, LLC. The design firm of record is Wjca, which has registered six other projects in Texas with TDLR. These include locations in Fort Worth, Richmond, San Antonio, Dallas, and El Paso, with a combined value of $1,484,806. The registered accessibility specialist for this project is Joshua T Ronson. The project is privately funded on private land for private use.

Webb County, where Laredo is located, had an unemployment rate of 4.8 percent in July 2026. The local area surrounding the site includes businesses such as Whataburger, Burlington, and Red Roof Inn Laredo. The ZIP code 78041 has a population of about 47,089 people, with a median household income of $61,007. These Census estimates provide context for the community in which this 19,085 sq ft renovation is taking place.

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Barnes & Noble is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 5300 San Dario Avenue, Suite D1B, Laredo, TX 78041 in Laredo, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $575K covering 19,085 sq ft. Mall Del Norte CMBS 2026, LLC is the property owner and WJCA is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on March 30, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scope of the Mall Del Norte renovation?

The filing describes the work as a tenant interior fit-out with a café. The project covers 19,085 sq ft and is registered under the business name Barnes & Noble.

Is the Barnes & Noble location open?

The TDLR record shows plan review is complete, but has not yet recorded a final inspection. There is no public confirmation that the business is open or operating.

Who is the design firm for this project?

The design firm of record is Wjca. They have registered six other projects in Texas, including locations in Fort Worth and San Antonio.

What is the estimated cost of the renovation?

The estimated cost is $575,000. This amounts to $30 per square foot, which is below the Webb County median of $79 per square foot for similar filings.

When was the project registered with TDLR?

The project was registered with TDLR in March 2026. Plan review was completed in April 2026, and construction was scheduled to finish in June 2026.

What is Barnes & Noble?

Barnes & Noble is a renovation/alteration project at 5300 San Dario Avenue, Suite D1B in Laredo, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Tenant interior fit-out with café.

Is Barnes & Noble open in Laredo?

Construction on Barnes & Noble is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Oct 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.

Where is Barnes & Noble located?

Barnes & Noble is located at 5300 San Dario Avenue, Suite D1B, Laredo, TX, 78041, in Webb County.

Who is the owner or developer of Barnes & Noble?

Mall Del Norte CMBS 2026, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Barnes & Noble, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for Barnes & Noble?

WJCA is the design firm of record for Barnes & Noble, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does Barnes & Noble cost and how big is it?

Barnes & Noble has an estimated construction value of $575K and approximately 19,085 square feet (about $30/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

Tenant interior fit-out with café.

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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5300 San Dario Avenue, Suite D1B, Laredo, TX, 78041

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