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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild in Waxahachie, TX
814 Water Street, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild is a renovation/alteration project at 814 Water Street, Waxahachie, in Ellis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Aug 2026). The project has an estimated value of $650K across about 2,500 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $650K
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- Reported floor area
- 2,500 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $260/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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26 days after the preceding date shown.
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10 days after the preceding date shown.
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358 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild
The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild project in Waxahachie is complete. TDLR closed the project file in August 2026, marking the end of the accessibility review process for this construction. The work involved renovating a 2,500 sq ft historic building at 814 Water Street, Ellis County, following a structure fire that occurred in January.
Project Scope and Cost
Registered with TDLR in July 2026, the project was a renovation and alteration aimed at rebuilding the structure while maintaining its existing foundation footprint. The estimated cost for this work was $650,000, which equates to $260 per square foot. Jay and Amber DeSimone are listed as the owners of record for this privately funded project on private land.
The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is Blair Baker. The scheduled build window extended from July 2026 to July 2027, a duration of 368 days. This timeline is longer than the county median of 92 days for similar renovation and alteration filings in Ellis County. The estimated cost is also above the county median of $230,000 for this type of work, placing it in the top quarter of projects by cost.
The building is located in ZIP code 75165, an area with a population of about 51,203 and a median household income of $84,780 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median owner-occupied home value in this area is $308,100. This project stands out in the local construction landscape due to its higher cost per square foot compared to the county median of $84.
With the TDLR file closed, the regulatory phase of this specific construction project is finished. The record confirms the completion of the rebuild process as documented in the accessibility registration. No further construction status updates are pending in the TDLR system for this address.
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The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 814 Water Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165 in Waxahachie, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $650K covering 2,500 sq ft. Jay and Amber DeSimone is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on July 1, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Blind Pig Butcher open for business?
The TDLR record shows the construction project is closed, but it does not confirm if the business is open or operating. Construction completion and business opening are separate events.
What was the estimated cost of the rebuild?
The estimated cost for the renovation and alteration was $650,000. This figure is above the county median for similar projects in Ellis County.
Who owned the property during the construction?
Jay and Amber DeSimone are listed as the owners of record for this privately funded project at 814 Water Street.
When did the TDLR close the project file?
TDLR closed the project file in August 2026, which marks the end of the accessibility review process for this construction.
What happened to the building before the rebuild?
The historic building experienced a structure fire in January. The rebuild kept the existing foundation footprint while renovating the interior.
What is The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild?
The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild is a renovation/alteration project at 814 Water Street in Waxahachie, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Historic building that was remodeled - experienced a structure fire on 1/5. Rebuild keeping existing foundation footprint.
Is The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild open in Waxahachie?
Construction on The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Aug 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild located?
The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild is located at 814 Water Street, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, in Ellis County.
Who is the owner or developer of The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild?
Jay and Amber DeSimone is the property owner/developer of record for The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild cost and how big is it?
The Blind Pig Butcher Rebuild has an estimated construction value of $650K and approximately 2,500 square feet (about $260/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Historic building that was remodeled - experienced a structure fire on 1/5. Rebuild keeping existing foundation footprint.
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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814 Water Street, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
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