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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Handel's Ice Cream in Forney, TX
11430 E US Highway 80, Suite 210, Forney, TX, 75126
Handel's Ice Cream is a renovation/alteration project at 11430 E US Highway 80, Suite 210, Forney, in Kaufman County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2026. The project has an estimated value of $250K across about 1,618 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $250K
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- Reported floor area
- 1,618 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $155/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 months
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35 days after the preceding date shown.
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2 days after the preceding date shown.
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61 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Handel's Ice Cream
A 1,618 sq ft tenant fit-out for a new ice cream store is planned for Suite 210 at 11430 E US Highway 80 in Forney. The project, filed under the name Handel's Ice Cream, involves a full interior buildout within the Village at Gateway shopping center. This renovation is targeted for December 2026, following a registration with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in August 2026.
The scope of work includes partitions, finishes, a restroom, a kitchen/service area, a walk-in cooler, millwork, and the installation of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. The estimated cost for this privately funded project is $250,000. This figure places the project close to the county median estimated cost for similar renovation and alteration filings in Kaufman County.
Design and Ownership
Village at Gateway Partners, LP is the owner of record for this project. Tedrow Design Group serves as the design firm, a company that has registered six other projects totaling $2,150,000 across various Texas locations. Justin K Walton is the registered accessibility specialist for this filing. The owner has six other TDLR-registered projects in the area, with a combined value of $7,375,000, indicating an active development portfolio in Forney.
The scheduled build window for this project is 61 days, which is shorter than the county median of 98 days for similar work. The cost per square foot is $155, a figure that is above the county median of $98 per square foot.
According to U.S. Census estimates for ZIP code 75126, the area has a population of about 77,116 and a median household income of $104,001. The housing stock in this ZIP code is predominantly owner-occupied, with a median owner-occupied home value of $337,200. These demographic details provide context for the commercial development in this specific Forney location.
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Handel's Ice Cream is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 11430 E US Highway 80, Suite 210, Forney, TX 75126 in Forney, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $250K covering 1,618 sq ft. Village at Gateway Partners, LP is the property owner and Tedrow Design Group is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on August 25, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ice cream store open?
No, the store is not open. The project is a construction renovation registered with TDLR, with completion targeted for December 2026. The business has not yet opened for public use.
Who is building the Handel's Ice Cream store?
Village at Gateway Partners, LP is the owner of record. Tedrow Design Group is the design firm, and Justin K Walton is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
How much does the renovation cost?
The estimated cost for the 1,618 sq ft tenant fit-out is $250,000. This cost is close to the Kaufman County median for similar renovation filings.
When will construction be finished?
The project is targeted for December 2026. Construction start is scheduled for October 2026, following the August 2026 registration with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Where is the new ice cream shop located?
The store is located at 11430 E US Highway 80, Suite 210, in Forney, TX 75126. It is part of the Village at Gateway shopping center in Kaufman County.
What is Handel's Ice Cream?
Handel's Ice Cream is a renovation/alteration project at 11430 E US Highway 80, Suite 210 in Forney, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Tenant fit-out for new ice cream store, 1,618 SF, Suite 210. Interior buildout: partitions, finishes, restroom, kitchen/service area, walk-in cooler, millwork, HVAC, plumbing, electrical.
Is Handel's Ice Cream open in Forney?
Handel's Ice Cream is still under construction in Forney, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Handel's Ice Cream located?
Handel's Ice Cream is located at 11430 E US Highway 80, Suite 210, Forney, TX, 75126, in Kaufman County.
Who is the owner or developer of Handel's Ice Cream?
Village at Gateway Partners, LP is the property owner/developer of record for Handel's Ice Cream, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Handel's Ice Cream?
Tedrow Design Group is the design firm of record for Handel's Ice Cream, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Handel's Ice Cream cost and how big is it?
Handel's Ice Cream has an estimated construction value of $250K and approximately 1,618 square feet (about $155/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Tenant fit-out for new ice cream store, 1,618 SF, Suite 210. Interior buildout: partitions, finishes, restroom, kitchen/service area, walk-in cooler, millwork, HVAC, plumbing, electrical.
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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11430 E US Highway 80, Suite 210, Forney, TX, 75126
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