Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR
9810 N Lamar, Austin, TX, 78753
CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR is a new construction project at 9810 N Lamar, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Sep 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
- 9 months
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70 days after the preceding date shown.
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280 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR
Clearwater Express CAR Wash is a new construction project located at 9810 N Lamar in Austin, Texas. The filing, listed as Clearwater Express - N Lamar, describes a ground-up carwash facility spanning 4,954 square feet. This development is registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) as a new build in Travis County.
The project is privately funded and situated on private land for private use. The owner of record is Airport Pads, LLC, which is developing the site. The design firm of record is Pdms Design Group, INC. This firm has another TDLR-registered project in Roma, Texas, also valued at $1,250,000. The registered accessibility specialist for this Austin project is Jeffrey A Gutknecht.
Construction Timeline and Cost
The estimated cost for the Clearwater Express construction is $1,250,000. Based on the square footage, this equates to $252 per square foot. In Travis County, the median estimated cost for new construction filings is $1,000,000. This project’s cost is above that county median. The median size for new construction in the area is 11,988 square feet, making this carwash smaller than the typical new build in the region.
Construction is scheduled to begin in December 2026. The project was registered with TDLR in September 2026. Plan review is pending, and the completion date is targeted for September 2027. This creates a scheduled build window of 280 days, which is close to the county median build window of 304 days for similar projects.
Site and Area Context
This indicates the location is not in a high-risk flood area according to federal mapping. The project is in ZIP code 78753, which has a population of about 58,449 people. The median household income in this area is $62,334, and the median owner-occupied home value is $344,100. Housing in this ZIP code is mostly renter-occupied.
City of Austin permit records show two electrical permits issued at this street address between June 2012 and July 2012. These permits are associated with sign installations for a Wells Fargo branch, indicating prior commercial activity at the location. The current project represents a new ground-up development for a carwash service in this part of Austin.
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CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR is a New Construction project located at 9810 N Lamar, Austin, TX 78753 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.3M covering 4,954 sq ft. AIRPORT PADS, LLC is the property owner and PDMS DESIGN GROUP, INC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on September 30, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clearwater Express CAR Wash open?
No, the business is not open. The TDLR record shows the project is in the construction phase, with a start date of December 2026 and completion targeted for September 2027.
Who is building the Clearwater Express carwash?
The owner of record is Airport Pads, LLC. The design firm is Pdms Design Group, INC, and the registered accessibility specialist is Jeffrey A Gutknecht.
How much does the Clearwater Express project cost?
The estimated cost is $1,250,000. This is above the Travis County median of $1,000,000 for new construction projects.
When will the carwash be finished?
Completion is targeted for September 2027. Construction is scheduled to start in December 2026, creating a build window of 280 days.
What is CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR?
CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR is a new construction project at 9810 N Lamar in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: GROUND-UP CARWASH, 4954 sf
Is CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR open in Austin?
CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Sep 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR located?
CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR is located at 9810 N Lamar, Austin, TX, 78753, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR?
AIRPORT PADS, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR?
PDMS DESIGN GROUP, INC is the design firm of record for CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR cost and how big is it?
CLEARWATER EXPRESS - N LAMAR 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, 4954 sf
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.
Location & views
9810 N Lamar, Austin, TX, 78753
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Install interior retrofit lighting to commercial bldg only.
Install interior retrofit lighting to existing commercial buiding only.
Remove existing Allstate wall sign and install new internally illuminated cabinet wall sign for ALLSTATE w/ good hands logo. (re-permitting for expired permit number 2013-079840-SB)
New internally illuminated channel letter wall sign w/ non-illuminated logo for Brident Dental & Orthodontics on north elevation.
temp meter loop for permit 2013-107686 BP
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