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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN in Harlingen, TX
4707 S. EXPRESSWAY 77/83, Harlingen, TX, 78550
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN is a new construction project at 4707 S. EXPRESSWAY 77/83, Harlingen, in Cameron County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jan 2027. The project has an estimated value of $1.1M across about 1,948 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.1M
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- Reported floor area
- 1,948 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $565/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 5 months
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31 days after the preceding date shown.
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22 days after the preceding date shown.
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101 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About ZAXBY'S CHICKEN
A new 1,948-square-foot Zaxby's Restaurant is under development at 4707 S. Expressway 77/83 in Harlingen, Texas. The filing describes the scope as a new construction project that includes a concrete parking lot. The estimated cost for this build is $1,100,000, which calculates to $565 per square foot.
The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026. Construction start is listed for August 2026, and completion is targeted for January 2027. The TDLR status is Project Registered, indicating that plan review is pending. This timeline represents a scheduled build window of 154 days.
Project Details and Cost Context
Bramble Real Estate, LTD. is the owner of record for this private development on private land. Cg5 Architects LLC is the design firm of record. The estimated cost of $1,100,000 is above the median estimated cost of $500,000 for new construction filings in Cameron County. The $565 per square foot figure is also above the county median of $98 per square foot for similar projects.
The scheduled build window of 154 days is shorter than the county median of 250 days for new construction projects. This efficiency is notable given the total investment and the specific scope of the restaurant build. The project is privately funded and intended for private use, distinct from public or institutional developments in the area.
Location and Market Context
U.S. Census estimates for ZIP code 78550 indicate a population of about 54,169 and a median household income of $51,524. The area has 22,347 housing units with a median owner-occupied home value of $120,500. Housing in this ZIP code is an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied.
Cameron County had an unemployment rate of 7 percent in July 2026 according to FRED data. Cg5 Architects LLC has one other TDLR-registered project, Mozart Elementary III, which is inspection complete. This Zaxby's project stands as a distinct commercial addition to the Harlingen commercial landscape, with a specific focus on food service infrastructure.
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ZAXBY'S CHICKEN is a New Construction project located at 4707 S. EXPRESSWAY 77/83, Harlingen, TX 78550 in Harlingen, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.1M covering 1,948 sq ft. BRAMBLE REAL ESTATE, LTD. is the property owner and CG5 ARCHITECTS LLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 28, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Zaxby's in Harlingen expected to be finished?
The filing lists a completion date of January 2027. The project was registered in September 2026, and construction start is listed for August 2026. The status is Project Registered with plan review pending.
Who is building the new Zaxby's restaurant in Harlingen?
Bramble Real Estate, LTD. is the owner of record. Cg5 Architects LLC is the design firm of record. Roberto Hernandez is the registered accessibility specialist for the project.
How much does the new Zaxby's cost to build?
The estimated cost is $1,100,000. This equates to $565 per square foot for the 1,948-square-foot building. This cost is above the median for new construction in Cameron County.
Is the Zaxby's in Harlingen open for business?
The TDLR record indicates construction is in progress with completion targeted for January 2027. It does not state that the business is open. Plan review is pending per the registration.
Where is the new Zaxby's located in Harlingen?
The address is 4707 S. Expressway 77/83, Harlingen, TX 78550. It is located in Cameron County, outside the FEMA floodplain zone X.
What is ZAXBY'S CHICKEN?
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN is a new construction project at 4707 S. EXPRESSWAY 77/83 in Harlingen, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: A NEW 1948 SQ. FT. ZAXBY'S CHICKEN RESTAURANT INCLUDING CONCRETE PARKING LOT.
Is ZAXBY'S CHICKEN open in Harlingen?
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN is still under construction in Harlingen, TX, with an estimated completion of Jan 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is ZAXBY'S CHICKEN located?
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN is located at 4707 S. EXPRESSWAY 77/83, Harlingen, TX, 78550, in Cameron County.
Who is the owner or developer of ZAXBY'S CHICKEN?
BRAMBLE REAL ESTATE, LTD. is the property owner/developer of record for ZAXBY'S CHICKEN, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for ZAXBY'S CHICKEN?
CG5 ARCHITECTS LLC is the design firm of record for ZAXBY'S CHICKEN, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does ZAXBY'S CHICKEN cost and how big is it?
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN has an estimated construction value of $1.1M and approximately 1,948 square feet (about $565/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
A NEW 1948 SQ. FT. ZAXBY'S CHICKEN RESTAURANT INCLUDING CONCRETE PARKING LOT.
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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4707 S. EXPRESSWAY 77/83, Harlingen, TX, 78550
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