Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
BLUE WAVE CARWASH in Roma, TX
NW CORNER OF E. GRANT ST. AND ROBERT LEE AVE, Roma, TX, 78584
BLUE WAVE CARWASH is a new construction project at NW CORNER OF E. GRANT ST. AND ROBERT LEE AVE, Roma, in Starr County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jul 2027. The project has an estimated value of $1.3M across about 4,954 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.3M
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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
- 4,954 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $252/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 8 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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14 days after the preceding date shown.
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32 days after the preceding date shown.
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242 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About BLUE WAVE CARWASH
Blue Wave Express Carwash is a new construction project located at the northwest corner of E. Grant St. and Robert Lee Ave in Roma, Texas. The filing lists the business as Blue Wave Carwash, with a total estimated cost of $1,250,000. The facility will occupy 4,954 square feet of private land in Starr County, representing a ground-up development for a carwash service.
Project Scope and Financials
The project is privately funded by Juan T and Maria Hinojosa, who serve as the owners of record. Pdms Design Group, INC is the design firm responsible for the plans. The estimated cost of $1,250,000 places this development above the median estimated cost of $800,000 for similar new construction filings in Starr County. The cost per square foot is $252, which is also above the county median of $188 for this type of work. These figures indicate a higher investment level compared to the middle half of recent filings, which ranged from $592,000 to $2,000,000. The project is privately funded, on private land for private use, distinguishing it from public infrastructure projects.
The scheduled build window is 242 days, a duration close to the county median of 232 days for comparable projects. The site is situated in Roma, within ZIP code 78584. According to U.S. Census estimates for this area, the population is about 17,823 residents. The median household income is $30,134, and there are 6,639 housing units. The median owner-occupied home value is $83,800, with housing being mostly owner-occupied. These demographic details provide context for the local market where the new carwash will operate.
Timeline and Status
The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026. Construction is planned to begin in November 2026. The status of the project is Project Registered, with plan review pending. Completion is targeted for July 2027. Jeffrey A Gutknecht is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. This registration provides a public record of the construction plans and timeline for the new carwash facility in Starr County. The Starr County unemployment rate was 9.9 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier, reflecting the local labor market conditions during the planning phase.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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BLUE WAVE CARWASH is a New Construction project located at NW CORNER OF E. GRANT ST. AND ROBERT LEE AVE, Roma, TX 78584 in Roma, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.3M covering 4,954 sq ft. JUAN T and MARIA HINOJOSA is the property owner and PDMS DESIGN GROUP, INC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 18, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Blue Wave Express Carwash open for business?
No, the project is in the construction planning phase. The TDLR record shows registration in September 2026 with a target completion date of July 2027. There is no information indicating the business is operating.
Where is the new carwash located in Roma?
The site is located at the northwest corner of E. Grant St. and Robert Lee Ave in Roma, Texas 78584. This is in Starr County, outside the FEMA floodplain zone X.
Who owns and designed the Blue Wave Carwash project?
Juan T and Maria Hinojosa are the owners of record. Pdms Design Group, INC is the design firm listed in the TDLR filing for this ground-up construction project.
How much does the carwash project cost?
The estimated cost is $1,250,000. This is above the median cost of $800,000 for similar new construction projects in Starr County, with a cost per square foot of $252.
When is the carwash expected to be finished?
The filing targets completion for July 2027. Construction is scheduled to start in November 2026, with a total build window of 242 days.
What is BLUE WAVE CARWASH?
BLUE WAVE CARWASH is a new construction project at NW CORNER OF E. GRANT ST. AND ROBERT LEE AVE in Roma, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Ground Up Carwash
Is BLUE WAVE CARWASH open in Roma?
BLUE WAVE CARWASH is still under construction in Roma, TX, with an estimated completion of Jul 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is BLUE WAVE CARWASH located?
BLUE WAVE CARWASH is located at NW CORNER OF E. GRANT ST. AND ROBERT LEE AVE, Roma, TX, 78584, in Starr County.
Who is the owner or developer of BLUE WAVE CARWASH?
JUAN T and MARIA HINOJOSA is the property owner/developer of record for BLUE WAVE CARWASH, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for BLUE WAVE CARWASH?
PDMS DESIGN GROUP, INC is the design firm of record for BLUE WAVE CARWASH, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does BLUE WAVE CARWASH cost and how big is it?
BLUE WAVE CARWASH has an estimated construction value of $1.3M and approximately 4,954 square feet (about $252/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Ground Up Carwash
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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NW CORNER OF E. GRANT ST. AND ROBERT LEE AVE, Roma, TX, 78584
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