Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2026019849Renovation/Alteration
Funding type

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

NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD in Ennis, TX

2400 N PRESTON ST, Ennis, TX, 75025

Opening ~Dec 2026Project Registered

NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD is a renovation/alteration project at 2400 N PRESTON ST, Ennis, in Ellis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2026. The project has an estimated value of $1.0M across about 55,050 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$1.0M
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Reported floor area
55,050 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$18/sqft
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Scheduled duration
6 months
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May 8, 2026228 days across supplied datesDec 22, 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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    39 days after the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    189 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD

Novelinks is planning a significant renovation at 2400 N Preston St in Ennis, Texas. The project, filed as Novelinks 2400 N Preston Re-Build, involves raising the existing building roof to accommodate new equipment. The structure spans 55,050 sq ft, and the estimated cost for this renovation/alteration is $1,000,000. This places the cost per square foot at $18, a figure below the county median of $84 for similar work in Ellis County.

Project Scope and Design

The primary objective is structural modification to support upgraded infrastructure. Chaucer Design Studio serves as the design firm of record for this project. The registered accessibility specialist is Robert Ronson. The owner of record is 2400 N Preston LLC. This is a privately funded initiative on private land for private use, distinct from public infrastructure projects.

Chaucer Design Studio has registered six other TDLR projects totaling $4,050,000. These include projects in Dallas, Sherman, McKinney, Plano, and Addison. Most of these prior projects are marked as closed or review complete. The Ennis project continues the firm’s involvement in commercial renovation work across North Texas.

Timeline and Status

The project was registered with TDLR in May 2026. Plan review is pending, and completion is targeted for December 2026. The scheduled build window is 189 days, which is longer than the county median of 92 days for renovation/alteration filings. The construction start date is listed as June 2026 in the filing documents.

In Ellis County, the median estimated cost for similar renovation projects is $230,000, with a median size of 3,700 sq ft. The Novelinks project exceeds the county median cost, placing it in the top quarter of filings for this type of work. The local labor market in Ellis County had an unemployment rate of 4.5 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier.

The ZIP code 75025 has a population of about 53,352 people. The median household income is $135,398, and the median owner-occupied home value is $466,700. Housing in this area is mostly owner-occupied, according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates.

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NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 2400 N PRESTON ST, Ennis, TX 75025 in Ennis, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.0M covering 55,050 sq ft. 2400 N PRESTON LLC is the property owner and CHAUCER DESIGN STUDIO is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on May 8, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is being built at 2400 N Preston St?

The project involves raising the existing building roof to accommodate new equipment. It is a renovation/alteration of a 55,050 sq ft structure.

Who is the design firm for this project?

Chaucer Design Studio is the design firm of record. Robert Ronson is the registered accessibility specialist.

When is the project scheduled to be finished?

Completion is targeted for December 2026. The construction start date is listed as June 2026 in the filing.

Is the business open?

The TDLR record covers construction status only. The filing indicates plan review is pending and completion is targeted for December 2026. No information confirms the business is open.

How does the cost compare to other projects in Ellis County?

The estimated cost of $1,000,000 is above the county median of $230,000 for renovation/alteration filings. It places the project in the top quarter for cost.

What is NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD?

NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD is a renovation/alteration project at 2400 N PRESTON ST in Ennis, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: RAISE EXISTING BUILDING ROOF HIGHER TO ACCOMODATE NEW EQUIPMENT

Is NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD open in Ennis?

NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD is still under construction in Ennis, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2026 according to its TDLR registration.

Where is NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD located?

NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD is located at 2400 N PRESTON ST, Ennis, TX, 75025, in Ellis County.

Who is the owner or developer of NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD?

2400 N PRESTON LLC is the property owner/developer of record for NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD?

CHAUCER DESIGN STUDIO is the design firm of record for NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD cost and how big is it?

NOVELINKS 2400 N PRESTON RE-BUILD has an estimated construction value of $1.0M and approximately 55,050 square feet (about $18/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

RAISE EXISTING BUILDING ROOF HIGHER TO ACCOMODATE NEW EQUIPMENT

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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2400 N PRESTON ST, Ennis, TX, 75025

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