Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2027001251Renovation/Alteration
Funding type

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

La Palmera Macy's Vestige

5488 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX, 78411

Opening ~Aug 2028Project Registered

La Palmera Macy's Vestige is a renovation/alteration project at 5488 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, in Nueces County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Aug 2028. The project has an estimated value of $3.4M across about 18,618 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$3.4M
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Reported floor area
18,618 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$183/sqft
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Scheduled duration
2 years
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Sep 17, 2026714 days across supplied datesAug 31, 2028

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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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    4 days after the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    710 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About La Palmera Macy's Vestige

La Palmera Macy's Vestige is a $3,400,000 renovation and alteration project located at 5488 S. Padre Island Dr. in Corpus Christi. The filing describes the work as a selective demolition of the existing building to create a "vestige" space, resulting in core-and-shell reconstruction. This process transforms the remaining area into a seamless continuation of the existing mall corridor and prepares it for new retailers within the mall.

The project covers 18,618 square feet of space. With an estimated cost of $3,400,000, the project averages $183 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $80 per square foot for similar renovation and alteration filings in Nueces County. The total estimated cost is also above the county median, placing it in the top quarter of comparable projects by value.

Corpus Christi Retail Venture LP is the owner and developer of record for this venture. The design firm of record is Omniplan, which is also responsible for several other high-value projects in Texas, including work at Galleria Dallas and Congregation Anshai Torah in Plano. The registered accessibility specialist for this specific filing is Marcela Abadi Rhoads.

Construction Timeline and Status

The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026. Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2026, with a scheduled build window of 710 days. This duration is longer than the county median of 113 days for similar projects. The completion date on the filing is targeted for August 2028. The current TDLR status is Project Registered, and plan review is pending.

The project is privately funded on private land for private use. The surrounding area, defined by ZIP code 78411, has a population of about 24,061 and a median household income of $60,387 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. Nueces County recorded an unemployment rate of 4.9 percent in July 2026, which is higher than a year earlier.

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La Palmera Macy's Vestige is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 5488 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78411 in Corpus Christi, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $3.4M covering 18,618 sq ft. Corpus Christi Retail Venture LP is the property owner and OMNIPLAN is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 17, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Palmera Macy's Vestige open?

The TDLR record indicates the project is in the construction phase with a completion date targeted for August 2028. The record does not contain information regarding business opening dates or operational status.

Who is the developer of the La Palmera project?

Corpus Christi Retail Venture LP is the owner and developer of record for this project. The design firm of record is Omniplan, and Marcela Abadi Rhoads is the registered accessibility specialist.

What is the estimated cost of the renovation?

The estimated cost for the La Palmera Macy's Vestige project is $3,400,000. This works out to $183 per square foot for the 18,618 square feet of space involved in the renovation.

When is the project expected to be completed?

Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2026. The completion date on the filing is targeted for August 2028, following a scheduled build window of 710 days.

What is La Palmera Macy's Vestige?

La Palmera Macy's Vestige is a renovation/alteration project at 5488 S. Padre Island Dr. in Corpus Christi, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Selective demolition of the existing building with the "vestige" space resulting in the core-and-shell reconstruction to transform the remaining space into a seamless continuation of the existing mall corridor and new retailers within th…

Is La Palmera Macy's Vestige open in Corpus Christi?

La Palmera Macy's Vestige is still under construction in Corpus Christi, TX, with an estimated completion of Aug 2028 according to its TDLR registration.

Where is La Palmera Macy's Vestige located?

La Palmera Macy's Vestige is located at 5488 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX, 78411, in Nueces County.

Who is the owner or developer of La Palmera Macy's Vestige?

Corpus Christi Retail Venture LP is the property owner/developer of record for La Palmera Macy's Vestige, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for La Palmera Macy's Vestige?

OMNIPLAN is the design firm of record for La Palmera Macy's Vestige, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does La Palmera Macy's Vestige cost and how big is it?

La Palmera Macy's Vestige has an estimated construction value of $3.4M and approximately 18,618 square feet (about $183/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

Selective demolition of the existing building with the "vestige" space resulting in the core-and-shell reconstruction to transform the remaining space into a seamless continuation of the existing mall corridor and new retailers within the mall

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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5488 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX, 78411

27.71055, -97.37513

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