Ennis Shopping Center Redevelopment - Façade Improvements

The Ennis Shopping Center Redevelopment - Façade Improvements project involves a $1,000,000 renovation of the existing exterior at 1205 W. Ennis Ave, Ennis, TX 75119. This 5,000 sq ft alteration is scheduled to begin in August 2026 and is targeted for February 2027. The work focuses on refreshing the building’s face and adding a new structured cover porch at the entrance.

Lyden Investments serves as the owner of record for this privately funded development on private land. Grace Design Studios, LLC is the design firm of record, overseeing the renovation and minor entrance addition. The scope includes specific façade improvements designed to modernize the shopping center’s appearance while maintaining its structural integrity. This project represents a significant investment in the local commercial landscape of Ellis County.

Project Scope and Design

The renovation addresses the existing exterior façade with a focus on aesthetic and functional updates. A key component of the work is the addition of a new structured cover porch, which extends the façade to provide better shelter and visual continuity at the main entrance. This specific scope of work distinguishes the project from simple maintenance, involving substantial construction activities that require professional design oversight and accessibility compliance.

Grace Design Studios, LLC has a history of managing large-scale projects across Texas, including recent filings for facilities in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Lubbock. Their involvement in this Ennis project reflects a consistent approach to commercial renovation standards. The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is Bonita L Anderson, ensuring that the new entrance and façade elements meet required standards.

Timeline and Registration

The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026. The scheduled build window of 154 days is longer than the county median of 92 days for similar renovation and alteration filings. This extended timeline allows for the detailed work involved in façade extension and porch construction. The estimated cost of $200 per square foot is above the Ellis County median of $84 per square foot for comparable projects, reflecting the specialized nature of the exterior improvements.

This status simplifies certain aspects of construction planning by removing specific flood mitigation requirements. The project remains in the registration phase with plan review pending, and the completion date on the filing stands at February 2027.