Project intelligenceTDLR TABS2027005123Renovation/Alteration
Funding type

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

Whataburger in Wichita Falls, TX

1040 Central E Fwy, Wichita Falls, TX, 76306

Opening ~Feb 2027Project Registered

Whataburger is a renovation/alteration project at 1040 Central E Fwy, Wichita Falls, in Wichita County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Feb 2027. The project has an estimated value of $450K across about 2,088 sq ft.

Estimated project value
$450K
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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
2,088 ft²
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Estimated cost / ft²
$216/sqft
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Scheduled duration
2 months
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Nov 4, 2026108 days across supplied datesFeb 20, 2027

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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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    44 days after the preceding date shown.

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  3. Scheduled completion · Scheduled date

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    64 days after the preceding date shown.

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📰About Whataburger

Whataburger is undertaking a renovation at 1040 Central E Fwy in Wichita Falls, Texas, adding a new accessibility-compliant location to its Texas portfolio. The filing lists the project as Whataburger -Wichita Falls Tx, a 2,088 sq ft commercial build. Whataburger Restaurants LLC is the owner, and Fusion AE is the design firm. Clinton P Ryan is the registered accessibility specialist. The project was registered with TDLR in November 2026.

Scope and Cost

The scope of work involves replacing and relocating the hood. The existing drive thru window will be replaced with an automatic sliding door. The estimated cost is $450,000. This results in a cost per square foot of $216. The project is privately funded, on private land for private use. Construction is scheduled to start in December 2026.

Market Context

Wichita County has seen 66 TDLR-registered renovation/alteration filings in the last 24 months. The median estimated cost for these projects is $250,000, with a middle half range of $123,500 to $547,834. The median size is 4,214 sq ft, and the median cost per square foot is $74. This project's cost is above the county median for its type. Its $216 per sq ft is above the county median of $74.

The scheduled build window for this project is 64 days, which is shorter than the county median of 121 days. Whataburger Restaurants LLC has 4 other TDLR-registered projects totaling $3,500,000, including locations in El Paso, Grand Prairie, Highland Village, and Katy. Fusion AE has 6 other TDLR-registered projects totaling $3,350,000, including work for State & Main and Church's Chicken.

The U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP 76306 show a population of about 14,487 and a median household income of $47,004. There are 6,529 housing units in the area. The median owner-occupied home value is $105,500. Housing is mostly owner-occupied. Wichita County unemployment rate (FRED, September 2026): 4 percent, lower than a year earlier. Plan review is pending and completion is targeted for February 2027.

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Whataburger is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1040 Central E Fwy, Wichita Falls, TX 76306 in Wichita Falls, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $450K covering 2,088 sq ft. Whataburger Restaurants LLC is the property owner and Fusion AE is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on November 4, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Whataburger in Wichita Falls open?

The TDLR record covers construction only and does not record whether the business has started serving customers. The project status is registered, and completion is targeted for February 2027.

Who is the design firm for this project?

Fusion AE is the design firm of record for this Whataburger renovation in Wichita Falls. They are also working on other projects in Texas, including locations for Church's Chicken and State & Main.

What is the scope of work for this renovation?

The filing lists the scope as replacing and relocation of the hood. Additionally, the existing drive thru window will be replaced with an automatic sliding door to meet accessibility requirements.

How does this project cost compare to other renovations in Wichita County?

The estimated cost of $450,000 is above the county median for its type. The cost per square foot of $216 is also above the county median of $74 for renovation/alteration filings.

When did this project start construction?

According to the filing, construction start is scheduled for December 2026. The project was registered with TDLR in November 2026, and completion is targeted for February 2027.

What is Whataburger?

Whataburger is a renovation/alteration project at 1040 Central E Fwy in Wichita Falls, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: replacing and relocation of the hood. existing drive thru window will be replaced with an automatic sliding door

Is Whataburger open in Wichita Falls?

Whataburger is still under construction in Wichita Falls, TX, with an estimated completion of Feb 2027 according to its TDLR registration.

Where is Whataburger located?

Whataburger is located at 1040 Central E Fwy, Wichita Falls, TX, 76306, in Wichita County.

Who is the owner or developer of Whataburger?

Whataburger Restaurants LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Whataburger, per its TDLR project registration.

Who is the architect or design firm for Whataburger?

Fusion AE is the design firm of record for Whataburger, according to its TDLR filing.

How much does Whataburger cost and how big is it?

Whataburger has an estimated construction value of $450K and approximately 2,088 square feet (about $216/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.

Scope of Work

replacing and relocation of the hood. existing drive thru window will be replaced with an automatic sliding door

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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1040 Central E Fwy, Wichita Falls, TX, 76306

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