Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
LongHorn - Little Elm, TX
26560 E University Drive, Aubrey, TX, 76227
LongHorn - Little Elm, TX is a new construction project at 26560 E University Drive, Aubrey, in Denton County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Mar 2027. The project has an estimated value of $3.7M across about 5,780 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $3.7M
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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
- 5,780 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $642/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
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56 days after the preceding date shown.
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203 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About LongHorn - Little Elm, TX
A 5,780-square-foot Longhorn Steakhouse is under construction at 26560 E University Drive in Aubrey, Texas. The TDLR registration identifies the project as new construction of a full-service restaurant, including the dumpster enclosure, parking lot, landscaping, and all utilities. The estimated cost for this build is $3,710,000.
Bates Towne Crossing LLC is the owner of record, while The McIntosh Group serves as the design firm. Marc S Frame is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
TDLR completed plan review in July 2026 and construction is scheduled to finish in March 2027, with work starting August 2026. The TDLR status is Review Complete. This timeline represents a 203-day construction window, which is close to the county median of 219 days for similar filings.
Project Context and Comparisons
The estimated cost of $3,710,000 places this project above the county median for new construction in Denton County, which is $900,000. The cost per square foot is $642, significantly above the county median of $121 per square foot. The project size of 5,780 square feet is below the county median of 8,040 square feet for new construction filings in the area.
The McIntosh Group has designed several other Longhorn Steakhouse locations in Texas, including projects in Texas City, Sherman, Willis, and Manor. Bates Towne Crossing LLC also holds registrations for other projects in Aubrey and Little Elm, such as Mo' Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food and ATI Physical Therapy. These entities are active in the local commercial development space within the region.
ZIP code 76227, which covers the Aubrey area, has a population of about 55,437 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median household income in this area is $107,065, and the median owner-occupied home value is $376,200. Housing in this zone is predominantly owner-occupied, with approximately 20,970 housing units recorded.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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LongHorn - Little Elm, TX is a New Construction project located at 26560 E University Drive, Aubrey, TX 76227 in Aubrey, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $3.7M covering 5,780 sq ft. Bates Towne Crossing LLC is the property owner and The McIntosh Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 6, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Longhorn Steakhouse in Aubrey open?
No, the restaurant is not open. Construction is scheduled to finish in March 2027, and the TDLR record indicates the project is in the construction phase with a start date of August 2026.
Who is building the Longhorn in Aubrey?
Bates Towne Crossing LLC is the owner of record. The McIntosh Group is the design firm, and Marc S Frame is the registered accessibility specialist listed in the TDLR filing.
What is the total cost of the Aubrey Longhorn project?
The estimated cost for the new construction of the Longhorn Steakhouse in Aubrey is $3,710,000. This figure includes the building, parking lot, landscaping, and utilities.
How large is the new Longhorn restaurant?
The facility is 5,780 square feet. This size is below the median square footage of 8,040 for new construction projects in Denton County.
When is the construction expected to be complete?
Construction is scheduled to finish in March 2027. Plan review was completed in July 2026, and work started in August 2026.
What is LongHorn - Little Elm, TX?
LongHorn - Little Elm, TX is a new construction project at 26560 E University Drive in Aubrey, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New construction of a full-service restaurant, including the dumpster enclosure, parking lot, landscaping and all utilities.
Is LongHorn - Little Elm, TX open in Aubrey?
LongHorn - Little Elm, TX is still under construction in Aubrey, TX, with an estimated completion of Mar 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is LongHorn - Little Elm, TX located?
LongHorn - Little Elm, TX is located at 26560 E University Drive, Aubrey, TX, 76227, in Denton County.
Who is the owner or developer of LongHorn - Little Elm, TX?
Bates Towne Crossing LLC is the property owner/developer of record for LongHorn - Little Elm, TX, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for LongHorn - Little Elm, TX?
The McIntosh Group is the design firm of record for LongHorn - Little Elm, TX, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does LongHorn - Little Elm, TX cost and how big is it?
LongHorn - Little Elm, TX has an estimated construction value of $3.7M and approximately 5,780 square feet (about $642/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New construction of a full-service restaurant, including the dumpster enclosure, parking lot, landscaping and all utilities.
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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26560 E University Drive, Aubrey, TX, 76227
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