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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Project Kati II in Unknown, TX
1392 FM 1420 Santa Monica, Unknown, TX, 78580
Project Kati II is a new construction project at 1392 FM 1420 Santa Monica, Unknown, in Willacy County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Oct 2027. The project has an estimated value of $471.8M across about 471,884 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $471.8M
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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
- 471,884 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $1000/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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365 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Project Kati II
Soluna KK Energy Service Co LLC is developing Project Kati II, a new single-story AI data center located at 1392 FM 1420 in Unknown, Texas. The facility, identified in filings as MFE-A-Kati2 - Building 1, is designed to support a critical IT load of ±112MW. This new construction project spans approximately 471,884 square feet of floor area.
HKS, Inc. serves as the design firm of record for this development. The project was registered with TDLR in October 2026, with construction start also scheduled for that month. The filing indicates a completion date targeted for October 2027. The project status is listed as Project Registered, with plan review pending.
The estimated cost for this build is $471,800,000. This figure places the project significantly above the median estimated cost for new construction in Willacy County, which stands at $800,000. The cost per square foot is calculated at $1,000, well above the county median of $211 per square foot. The scheduled build window of 365 days is longer than the county median of 200 days for similar filings.
The site is privately funded and developed on private land for private use. The local area, identified by ZIP code 78580, has a population of about 13,568 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. Median household income in this ZIP code is $45,074, and the median owner-occupied home value is $56,200.
HKS, Inc. has several other TDLR-registered projects in Texas, including facilities in Jayton and Childress. These other projects, such as Spur Building 1 and Childress Building 2, are also large-scale developments with estimated costs in the billions. The presence of multiple high-value projects by the same design firm suggests a broader regional trend in large infrastructure development within the state.
Project Details
The facility is a single-story structure specifically designed for AI data center operations. The scope of work includes the construction of the building shell and internal systems required to support the ±112MW critical IT load. The project is a new construction effort, not a renovation or expansion of an existing facility. The registered accessibility specialist for the project is Kimberly J Goss.
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Project Kati II is a New Construction project located at 1392 FM 1420 Santa Monica, Unknown, TX 78580 in Unknown, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $471.8M covering 471,884 sq ft. Soluna KK Energy Service Co LLC is the property owner and HKS, Inc. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 7, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of Project Kati II?
Project Kati II is an AI data center designed to support a critical IT load of ±112MW. The facility is a single-story building with approximately 471,884 square feet of space dedicated to this high-performance computing infrastructure.
Who is the developer of record for this project?
Soluna KK Energy Service Co LLC is the owner and developer of record. HKS, Inc. is the design firm of record, and Kimberly J Goss is the registered accessibility specialist listed in the TDLR filing.
When is the project expected to be completed?
The project was registered with TDLR in October 2026, with construction start scheduled for that month. The filing indicates a completion date targeted for October 2027, with plan review pending.
Is the project located in a flood zone?
According to the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, the site coordinates fall within zone X, indicating a minimal risk of flooding.
How does the cost of this project compare to other constructions in Willacy County?
The estimated cost of $471,800,000 is significantly above the county median of $800,000 for new construction. The cost per square foot is $1,000, which is higher than the county median of $211 per square foot.
What is Project Kati II?
Project Kati II is a new construction project at 1392 FM 1420 Santa Monica in Unknown, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: THE MFE-A-Kati2 FACILITY IS A AI DATA CENTER WITH A ±112MW CRITICAL IT LOAD. THE SINGLE STORY BUILDING IS APPROXIMATELY 471,884 SF.
Is Project Kati II open in Unknown?
Project Kati II is still under construction in Unknown, TX, with an estimated completion of Oct 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Project Kati II located?
Project Kati II is located at 1392 FM 1420 Santa Monica, Unknown, TX, 78580, in Willacy County.
Who is the owner or developer of Project Kati II?
Soluna KK Energy Service Co LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Project Kati II, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Project Kati II?
HKS, Inc. is the design firm of record for Project Kati II, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Project Kati II cost and how big is it?
Project Kati II has an estimated construction value of $471.8M and approximately 471,884 square feet (about $1000/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
THE MFE-A-Kati2 FACILITY IS A AI DATA CENTER WITH A ±112MW CRITICAL IT LOAD. THE SINGLE STORY BUILDING IS APPROXIMATELY 471,884 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.
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1392 FM 1420 Santa Monica, Unknown, TX, 78580
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