Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2027000183New Construction
Funding type

This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.

26-0212 Hat Creek Burger in Leander, TX

TBD Crystal Park Trail, Leander, TX, 78641

Opening ~Apr 2027Project Registered

26-0212 Hat Creek Burger is a new construction project at TBD Crystal Park Trail, Leander, in Williamson County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Apr 2027. The project has an estimated value of $1.5M across about 3,438 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$1.5M
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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
3,438 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$436/sqft
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Scheduled duration
5 months
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Sep 2, 2026211 days across supplied datesApr 1, 2027

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  1. Project registered · TDLR filing

    Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

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  2. Scheduled construction start · Scheduled date

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    60 days after the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    151 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger

Hat Creek Burger is breaking ground on a new 3,438 sq ft restaurant in Leander, Texas. The project, filed under the name 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger - Leander, represents a new ground-up construction effort on private land. The estimated cost for this build is $1,500,000, placing the cost per square foot at $436. This figure is above the county median of $110 for similar new construction filings in Williamson County.

The site is located on Crystal Park Trail in Leander, within Williamson County. The address is listed as TBD Crystal Park Trail, Leander, TX 78641. This location falls inside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone AE, according to the National Flood Hazard Layer. The project is privately funded and intended for private use, with no public funding sources indicated in the registration records.

Design and Construction Details

Rogue Architects serves as the design firm of record for this development. The firm has six other TDLR-registered projects, including locations for Chipotle, Foot Locker, and Einstein Bros Bagel. Jeffrey A Gutknecht is the registered accessibility specialist for this specific build. The construction start date is set for November 2026, with completion targeted for April 2027. This scheduled build window of 151 days is shorter than the county median of 245 days for comparable projects.

The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026. Plan review is pending, and the status remains Project Registered. The estimated cost of $1,500,000 is above the median estimated cost of $850,000 for new construction filings in Williamson County. The size of 3,438 sq ft is below the median size of 9,014 sq ft for similar projects in the region.

Leander is a growing community in Williamson County with a population of approximately 93,399. The median household income in the 78641 ZIP code is $131,421, and the median owner-occupied home value is $453,100. Housing in the area is predominantly owner-occupied, with 33,118 housing units. The Williamson County unemployment rate was 4.1 percent in July 2026, slightly higher than the previous year. This economic context supports the development of new commercial projects in the area.

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26-0212 Hat Creek Burger is a New Construction project located at TBD Crystal Park Trail, Leander, TX 78641 in Leander, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.5M covering 3,438 sq ft. HAT CREEK BURGER CO LLC is the property owner and Rogue Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 2, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the estimated cost of the Hat Creek Burger project in Leander?

The estimated cost for the new Hat Creek Burger restaurant in Leander is $1,500,000. This figure is above the county median for new construction filings in Williamson County.

Who is the design firm for this project?

Rogue Architects is the design firm of record for the Hat Creek Burger project. They have other registered projects in Texas, including Chipotle and Foot Locker locations.

When is the construction expected to be completed?

The project is targeted for April 2027. Construction is scheduled to start in November 2026, with a build window of 151 days, which is shorter than the county median.

Is the Hat Creek Burger restaurant open yet?

No, the restaurant is not open. The project is in the registration phase with plan review pending. Construction has not started, and completion is targeted for April 2027.

What is the square footage of the new restaurant?

The new Hat Creek Burger restaurant in Leander is 3,438 sq ft. This is below the median size of 9,014 sq ft for similar new construction projects in Williamson County.

What is 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger?

26-0212 Hat Creek Burger is a new construction project at TBD Crystal Park Trail in Leander, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New ground up restaurant

Is 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger open in Leander?

26-0212 Hat Creek Burger is still under construction in Leander, TX, with an estimated completion of Apr 2027 according to its TDLR registration.

Where is 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger located?

26-0212 Hat Creek Burger is located at TBD Crystal Park Trail, Leander, TX, 78641, in Williamson County.

Who is the owner or developer of 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger?

HAT CREEK BURGER CO LLC is the property owner/developer of record for 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger?

Rogue Architects is the design firm of record for 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does 26-0212 Hat Creek Burger cost and how big is it?

26-0212 Hat Creek Burger has an estimated construction value of $1.5M and approximately 3,438 square feet (about $436/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

New ground up 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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TBD Crystal Park Trail, Leander, TX, 78641

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