Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Whataburger
NWC State Hwy 78 & Burnett Dr, Lavon, TX, 75166
Whataburger is a new construction project at NWC State Hwy 78 & Burnett Dr, Lavon, in Collin County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jan 2027. The project has an estimated value of $2.3M across about 3,030 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.3M
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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
- 3,030 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $759/sqft
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Calculated from this filing’s estimated cost divided by its reported square footage. Available only when both figures are supplied; it is not a market benchmark.
- Scheduled duration
- 4 months
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21 days after the preceding date shown.
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122 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Whataburger
A new Whataburger restaurant is under construction at the intersection of NWC State Hwy 78 and Burnett Dr in Lavon, Texas. The project, filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) as Whataburger - Lavon, involves the new construction of a 3,030 sq ft dining facility. The estimated cost for this build is $2,300,000, placing the project above the median estimated cost for new construction filings in Collin County.
The owner of record is Vaquero Lavon Partners LP, a private entity developing the site on privately funded land. Rouch Architects LLC. is the design firm of record, a company that has also been involved in other Whataburger projects in Dumas, Houston, and Sanger. The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is Andy S Castillo.
The construction schedule indicates a start date of September 2026, with the project targeted for January 2027. This scheduled build window of 122 days is shorter than the county median of 212 days for similar new construction filings. The cost per square foot is $759, which is above the county median of $120 per square foot for new construction projects in the region.
Job listings on third-party platforms such as Lensa, Jooble, and Vaia indicate that Whataburger is seeking Restaurant Team Members and Managers for a unit near Lavon. These postings describe roles such as Evening Shift and Day Shift team members, as well as a Restaurant Manager overseeing a high-volume location. These listings suggest that staffing efforts are underway in anticipation of the project's completion.
The local area profile for ZIP code 75166 indicates a population of about 6,679, with a median household income of $129,130. The area has 2,186 housing units, and housing is predominantly owner-occupied. The median owner-occupied home value is estimated at $385,000. These Census estimates for the ZIP code provide context for the demographic and economic environment in which the new restaurant will operate.
The project status is listed as Project Registered with TDLR. Plan review is pending, and the construction timeline is set to conclude in the early part of 2027. The specific scope of work is limited to the new construction of the restaurant building itself, as described in the TDLR filing.
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Whataburger is a New Construction project located at NWC State Hwy 78 & Burnett Dr, Lavon, TX 75166 in Lavon, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.3M covering 3,030 sq ft. Vaquero Lavon Partners LP is the property owner and Rouch Architects LLC. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 11, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the new Whataburger in Lavon located?
The new Whataburger is located at NWC State Hwy 78 and Burnett Dr in Lavon, TX 75166, in Collin County.
How much is the Whataburger Lavon construction project costing?
The estimated cost for the new construction of the Whataburger restaurant in Lavon is $2,300,000.
Who is the owner of the Whataburger Lavon project?
The owner of record for the Whataburger Lavon project is Vaquero Lavon Partners LP.
Is the Whataburger in Lavon open yet?
The project is targeted for January 2027, and the TDLR status is Project Registered. It is not yet open.
Who designed the Whataburger Lavon restaurant?
Rouch Architects LLC. is the design firm of record for the Whataburger Lavon project.
What is Whataburger?
Whataburger is a new construction project at NWC State Hwy 78 & Burnett Dr in Lavon, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New Construction of a Whataburger Restaurant
Is Whataburger open in Lavon?
Whataburger is still under construction in Lavon, TX, with an estimated completion of Jan 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Whataburger located?
Whataburger is located at NWC State Hwy 78 & Burnett Dr, Lavon, TX, 75166, in Collin County.
Who is the owner or developer of Whataburger?
Vaquero Lavon Partners LP is the property owner/developer of record for Whataburger, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Whataburger?
Rouch Architects LLC. is the design firm of record for Whataburger, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Whataburger cost and how big is it?
Whataburger has an estimated construction value of $2.3M and approximately 3,030 square feet (about $759/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New Construction of a Whataburger Restaurant
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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NWC State Hwy 78 & Burnett Dr, Lavon, TX, 75166
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