Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall
16535 Southwest Fwy Space 360, Sugar Land, TX, 77479
Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall is a renovation/alteration project at 16535 Southwest Fwy Space 360, Sugar Land, in Fort Bend County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Jul 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $583K across about 2,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $583K
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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
- 2,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $292/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Source: TDLR filing
View source recordReview complete · TDLR filing
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33 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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28 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
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60 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall
A 2,000-square-foot tenant space at First Colony Mall in Sugar Land is undergoing a full renovation. The project, filed as Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall, involves a complete mechanical, plumbing, and electrical overhaul of the existing storefront and interior. The scope includes new walls, ceilings, fixtures, and finishes within the enclosed mall structure.
The estimated cost for this renovation/alteration is $583,000. This places the project above the median estimated cost for similar filings in Fort Bend County. The scheduled construction window was 60 days, which is shorter than the 92-day median build window for projects of this type in the county. The cost per square foot is $292, significantly higher than the county median of $80 per square foot.
Ownership and Design
First Colony Mall, LLC is the owner of record. Jencen Architecture serves as the design firm. John Tyler Johnson is the registered accessibility specialist listed on the filing. The project is privately funded on private land. First Colony Mall, LLC has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $1,457,000, while Jencen Architecture has six other registered projects totaling $2,399,400 across Texas.
TDLR completed plan review in May 2026. Construction was scheduled to begin in June 2026 and finish in July 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. The project status is listed as Review Complete.
The surrounding area includes businesses such as AMC First Colony 24, Zales, and Hollister. Census estimates for ZIP 77479 indicate a population of about 92,355 and a median household income of $162,381. The housing stock is predominantly owner-occupied, with a median home value of $462,200.
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Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 16535 Southwest Fwy Space 360, Sugar Land, TX 77479 in Sugar Land, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $583K covering 2,000 sq ft. First Colony Mall, LLC is the property owner and Jencen Architecture is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on April 1, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the renovation finished?
TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection. While the scheduled completion date was July 2026, the public record does not confirm the current state of the site.
Who is renovating the space?
First Colony Mall, LLC is the owner. Jencen Architecture is the design firm, and John Tyler Johnson is the registered accessibility specialist.
What is the cost of the project?
The estimated cost is $583,000. This is above the median cost for renovation projects in Fort Bend County.
What work is being done?
The scope includes a full remodel of the tenant space, including new mechanical, plumbing, electrical systems, storefront, walls, ceilings, and finishes.
Where is the project located?
The project is at 16535 Southwest Fwy Space 360, Sugar Land, TX 77479, within the First Colony Mall.
What is Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall?
Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall is a renovation/alteration project at 16535 Southwest Fwy Space 360 in Sugar Land, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New Mall Store Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical Full remodel of existing tenant space within an enclosed mall – new storefront, interior walls, ceilings, fixtures, finishes, etc. 2000 SqFt
Is Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall open in Sugar Land?
Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall was scheduled to finish construction in Jul 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 Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall located?
Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall is located at 16535 Southwest Fwy Space 360, Sugar Land, TX, 77479, in Fort Bend County.
Who is the owner or developer of Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall?
First Colony Mall, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall?
Jencen Architecture is the design firm of record for Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall cost and how big is it?
Johnston and Murphy (JM-1871) - First Colony Mall has an estimated construction value of $583K and approximately 2,000 square feet (about $292/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New Mall Store Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical Full remodel of existing tenant space within an enclosed mall – new storefront, interior walls, ceilings, fixtures, finishes, etc. 2000 SqFt
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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16535 Southwest Fwy Space 360, Sugar Land, TX, 77479
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