Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Casa Carlo
1830 Westheimer, Houston, TX, 77098
Casa Carlo is a renovation/alteration project at 1830 Westheimer, Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Oct 2026. The project has an estimated value of $300K across about 1,900 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $300K
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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
- 1,900 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $158/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 months
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77 days after the preceding date shown.
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61 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Casa Carlo
Casa Carlo is a privately funded renovation and alteration project located at 1830 Westheimer in Houston, Texas. The filing describes the scope as an interior remodel covering 1,900 square feet of space. The owner of record is Casa Lucca Cucina, and the project is registered with TDLR under the accessibility specialist Christopher R Hinkle.
The estimated cost for this work is $300,000, which computes to $158 per square foot. Construction is scheduled to begin in August 2026, with completion targeted for October 2026. This represents a scheduled build window of 61 days, which is shorter than the Harris County median of 92 days for similar renovation filings. The cost per square foot is above the county median of $80 for comparable projects.
The project is situated in ZIP code 77098, where Census estimates indicate a median household income of $115,867 and a median owner-occupied home value of $777,700. The area is characterized by a housing stock that is mostly renter-occupied, with approximately 16,318 residents.
Third-party reports provide context on the business concept. A post by LiveWorkHOU noted that veteran Houston restaurateur Charles Clark is bringing Carlo and Casa Carlo to Westheimer, taking over former Paulie's and Camerata spaces. Coverage from Houston CultureMap described Casa Carlo as a more elevated, white tablecloth restaurant in the model of acclaimed New York establishments. En Primeur Club listed the concept as bringing handmade Southern Italian fine dining to Houston's East End.
The project status is listed as Project Registered with TDLR. Plan review is pending, and the timeline remains aligned with the August 2026 start date. The registration was filed in June 2026, establishing the official record for this private land improvement. No public funding is indicated, as the project is on private land for private use.
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Casa Carlo is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1830 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77098 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $300K covering 1,900 sq ft. Casa Lucca Cucina is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on June 15, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Casa Carlo expected to be finished?
The filing indicates construction starts in August 2026, with completion targeted for October 2026. The scheduled build window is 61 days, which is shorter than the Harris County median for similar renovation projects.
What is the estimated cost of the renovation?
The estimated cost is $300,000 for 1,900 square feet. This results in a cost per square foot of $158, which is above the Harris County median of $80 for comparable renovation and alteration filings.
Who is the owner of record?
The owner of record listed in the TDLR filing is Casa Lucca Cucina. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Christopher R Hinkle, and the work is privately funded on private land.
Is the restaurant currently open?
The TDLR record shows the project is registered with construction scheduled to begin in August 2026. Third-party reports describe the concept and location, but the official filing does not confirm an opening date or current operational status.
What is Casa Carlo?
Casa Carlo is a renovation/alteration project at 1830 Westheimer in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Interior Remodel
Is Casa Carlo open in Houston?
Casa Carlo is still under construction in Houston, TX, with an estimated completion of Oct 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Casa Carlo located?
Casa Carlo is located at 1830 Westheimer, Houston, TX, 77098, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of Casa Carlo?
Casa Lucca Cucina is the property owner/developer of record for Casa Carlo, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does Casa Carlo cost and how big is it?
Casa Carlo has an estimated construction value of $300K and approximately 1,900 square feet (about $158/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Interior Remodel
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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1830 Westheimer, Houston, TX, 77098
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