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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
LOVETT EASTEX in Houston, TX
16455 EASTEX FREEWAY, Houston, TX, 77396
LOVETT EASTEX is a new construction project at 16455 EASTEX FREEWAY, Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Sep 2027. The project has an estimated value of $7.3M across about 145,996 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $7.3M
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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
- 145,996 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $50/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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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
The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
63 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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9 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordScheduled completion · Scheduled date
A date supplied in the filing; this does not confirm that work started or finished.
365 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About LOVETT EASTEX
Lovett Eastex is a new 1-story shell building located at 16455 Eastex Freeway in Houston, Texas. The facility, listed on the filing as Eastex Building 05, spans 145,996 square feet and is intended for future office space and high-piled warehouse storage. Construction work started in September 2026, and the project is scheduled to finish in September 2027.
The estimated cost for this development is $7,299,800. This valuation places the project above the median estimated cost for new construction filings in Harris County, which stands at $750,000. However, the cost per square foot is calculated at $50, which is below the county median of $88 per square foot for similar registered projects.
Ownership and Funding
LI Acquisitions LLC is the owner and developer of record for this property. The project is privately funded and built on private land for private use. LI Acquisitions LLC has one other TDLR-registered project in the area, Eastex Building 06, which has an estimated value of $32,279,550 and has also completed its review phase.
Ernest G Taylor is the registered accessibility specialist for this filing. The project was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in July 2026. Plan review was completed in September 2026, and the current status is Review Complete. The scope of work specifies that the build-out will be permitted separately from the initial shell construction.
The scheduled build window for Lovett Eastex is 365 days. This duration is longer than the median scheduled build window of 219 days for new construction projects in Harris County. The location is in ZIP code 77396, where the U.S. Census Bureau estimates the population at about 58,893 residents with a median household income of $76,506.
Harris County unemployment was 5.2 percent in July 2026, according to FRED data. The area profile indicates that housing in the ZIP code is mostly owner-occupied, with a median owner-occupied home value of $234,100. The project remains in the construction phase, with completion expected in the latter half of 2027.
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LOVETT EASTEX is a New Construction project located at 16455 EASTEX FREEWAY, Houston, TX 77396 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $7.3M covering 145,996 sq ft. LI Acquisitions LLC is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on July 2, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Lovett Eastex scheduled to finish construction?
The project is scheduled to finish in September 2027. Construction began in September 2026, giving the project a total build window of 365 days as documented in the TDLR filing.
Who owns the Lovett Eastex building?
LI Acquisitions LLC is the owner and developer of record. The project is privately funded and located on private land in Houston, Texas, specifically at 16455 Eastex Freeway.
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost is $7,299,800. This figure is above the Harris County median for new construction filings, while the cost per square foot of $50 is below the county median of $88.
Is the Lovett Eastex building open for business?
The building is under construction. The TDLR record indicates plan review was completed in September 2026, and construction is scheduled to finish in September 2027. There is no information in the filing regarding a business opening date.
What is the square footage of the facility?
The facility spans 145,996 square feet. It is a one-story shell building intended for office and high-piled warehouse storage, with separate permits required for the internal build-out.
What is LOVETT EASTEX?
LOVETT EASTEX is a new construction project at 16455 EASTEX FREEWAY in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: 1-STORY SHELL BUILDING INTENDED FOR FUTURE OFFICE AND FOR HIGH-PILED WAREHOUSE STORAGE. BUILD-OUT TO BE PERMITTED SEPARATELY.
Is LOVETT EASTEX open in Houston?
LOVETT EASTEX is still under construction in Houston, TX, with an estimated completion of Sep 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is LOVETT EASTEX located?
LOVETT EASTEX is located at 16455 EASTEX FREEWAY, Houston, TX, 77396, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of LOVETT EASTEX?
LI Acquisitions LLC is the property owner/developer of record for LOVETT EASTEX, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does LOVETT EASTEX cost and how big is it?
LOVETT EASTEX has an estimated construction value of $7.3M and approximately 145,996 square feet (about $50/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
1-STORY SHELL BUILDING INTENDED FOR FUTURE OFFICE AND FOR HIGH-PILED WAREHOUSE STORAGE. BUILD-OUT TO BE PERMITTED SEPARATELY.
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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16455 EASTEX FREEWAY, Houston, TX, 77396
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