Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation in Houston, TX
2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX, 77019
The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation is a additions to existing building project at 2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Sep 2028. The project has an estimated value of $58.0M across about 133,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $58.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 133,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $436/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 10mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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61 days after the preceding date shown.
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164 days after the preceding date shown.
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669 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation
The Church of St. John the Divine is constructing a $58,000,000 addition and renovation at 2450 River Oaks Blvd in Houston. The project, filed as Building A-B, adds 133,000 square feet to the existing facility. TDLR completed plan review in June 2026 and construction is scheduled to finish in September 2028, with work starting December 2026.
Scope and Design
Merriman Holt Powell Architects is the design firm of record for this privately funded project on private land. The scope of work includes new worship spaces, gathering areas, a daycare facility, Sunday school classrooms, and church offices. The estimated cost of $436 per square foot reflects the scale of the interior and exterior modifications required for the addition.
This filing is one of several recent projects by the design firm in the region. Merriman Holt Powell Architects has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $28,453,990, including work in Jersey Village, Baytown, and other parts of Houston. The current project’s estimated cost is above the county median for its type, which is $441,000 based on 2,643 similar filings in Harris County.
Timeline and Status
The scheduled build window for this project is 669 days, a duration longer than the county median of 182 days for similar additions. The project is registered with TDLR, and the status is listed as Review Complete. Kathy S Rodriguez is the registered accessibility specialist of record. The construction timeline begins in December 2026 and concludes in September 2028.
The location is in the 77019 ZIP code, which has a population of about 23,662 people according to U.S. Census estimates. The median household income in this area is $108,353, and the median owner-occupied home value is $724,900. The project is situated in Harris County, where the unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in July 2026. This large-scale religious facility expansion represents a significant investment in the River Oaks community.
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The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation is a Additions to Existing Building project located at 2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX 77019 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $58.0M covering 133,000 sq ft. The Church of St. John the Divine is the property owner and Merriman Holt Powell Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on April 20, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total square footage of the addition?
The project adds 133,000 square feet to the existing building at 2450 River Oaks Blvd.
Who is the architect for this project?
Merriman Holt Powell Architects is the design firm of record for the addition and renovation.
When is the construction scheduled to finish?
Construction is scheduled to finish in September 2028, with work starting in December 2026.
What spaces are included in the scope of work?
The scope includes worship spaces, gathering spaces, daycare, Sunday school classrooms, and church offices.
Is the project privately funded?
Yes, the project is privately funded on private land for private use.
What is The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation?
The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation is a additions to existing building project at 2450 River Oaks Blvd in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: The project is an addition and renovation of an existing project. The scope includes Worship spaces, Gathering Spaces, Daycare, Sunday School Classrooms, Church Offices.
Is The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation open in Houston?
The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation is still under construction in Houston, TX, with an estimated completion of Sep 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation located?
The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation is located at 2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX, 77019, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation?
The Church of St. John the Divine is the property owner/developer of record for The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation?
Merriman Holt Powell Architects is the design firm of record for The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation cost and how big is it?
The Church of St. John the Divine Addition and Renovation has an estimated construction value of $58.0M and approximately 133,000 square feet (about $436/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
The project is an addition and renovation of an existing project. The scope includes Worship spaces, Gathering Spaces, Daycare, Sunday School Classrooms, Church Offices.
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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2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX, 77019
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