PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY RETAIL CENTER - TOP GOLF SUITE BUILD-OUT

Prairie View A&M University is executing a $350,000 renovation of a 1,713 sq ft section within its Retail Center at 36190 Owens Road in Prairie View, Waller County. The project, officially filed as the Prairie View A&M University Retail Center - TOP Golf Suite Build-Out, involves a complete fit-out of a new full-swing golf concept. This work transforms an area originally designed as a restaurant and bar seating area into a specialized sports facility. The estimated cost equates to $204 per square foot, reflecting the specific nature of the interior alterations.

TDLR completed plan review in August 2026, and construction is scheduled to finish in December 2026, with work starting September 2026. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Eddie Hare, while XC Studios serves as the design firm of record. The project involves public funds and public land, indicating its status as a university-owned development. The TDLR status is listed as Review Complete, confirming that the necessary regulatory approvals have been secured for the upcoming construction phase.

Project Scope and Context

The renovation represents a significant shift in the use of the retail center space, moving from hospitality dining to athletic recreation. The scheduled build window of 91 days is shorter than the 138-day median for similar renovation and alteration filings in Waller County. The estimated cost is close to the county median of $338,372 for this project type, although the cost per square foot is above the county median of $64. This suggests a higher level of specialized finishing or equipment installation compared to standard renovations in the region.

Prairie View A&M University has two other TDLR-registered projects in Prairie View, both closed: Farrell Hall ($450,000) and a new soccer complex ($1,800,000). The site is located in ZIP code 77446, where Census estimates indicate a population of about 6,060 and a median household income of $19,262. Waller County unemployment rate (FRED, July 2026) is 6.1 percent, higher than a year earlier, providing context for the local labor market during the construction period.