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Pelican Morton Ranch in Katy, TX
24311 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX, 77493
Pelican Morton Ranch is a new construction project at 24311 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Oct 2028. The project has an estimated value of $26.0M across about 381,352 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $26.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 381,352 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $68/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2 years
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📰About Pelican Morton Ranch
Pelican Morton Ranch is a new construction project located at 24311 Morton Ranch Road in Katy, Texas. This development involves the creation of 334 high-density rental units across a total area of 381,352 square feet. The project is registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) as a TABS accessibility project, ensuring compliance with state accessibility standards for the planned residential community.
Project Scope and Design
The filing details a comprehensive scope of work that includes seven base floor plans for the rental units. Among these, two units are designated as handicap type, featuring slight variations to accommodate specific elevation features required for accessibility. The design firm of record is Meeks + Partners Co., which has a history of large-scale residential projects in Texas. Other projects by this firm include Lakeside East in Flower Mound and Aluna in Austin, demonstrating their capacity for complex developments.
Financials and Timeline
The estimated cost for the entire development is $26,000,000. This figure results in a cost per square foot of $68, which is below the county median of $88 for similar new construction filings in Harris County. The owner and developer of record is A-S 168 Morton-Porter LP. The project is privately funded and situated on private land for private use, indicating no public funding sources are involved in the construction phase.
Registration with TDLR occurred in November 2026, with construction start also listed for that month. The scheduled build window is 730 days, which is longer than the county median of 225 days. Plan review is pending, and the project completion is targeted for October 2028. The registered accessibility specialist for this filing is Jeromy G Murphy, who oversees the accessibility compliance aspects of the construction.
Located in ZIP code 77493, the project sits in an area with a median household income of $113,388 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The housing market in this ZIP code is predominantly owner-occupied, with 20,552 housing units recorded. This new rental development adds to the local housing stock, offering high-density options in a region with significant residential activity. The TDLR status remains Project Registered, confirming the legal standing for accessibility compliance during the construction phase.
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Pelican Morton Ranch is a New Construction project located at 24311 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX 77493 in Katy, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $26.0M covering 381,352 sq ft. A-S 168 Morton-Porter LP is the property owner and Meeks + Partners Co. is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on November 13, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the developer of Pelican Morton Ranch?
The owner and developer of record for this project is A-S 168 Morton-Porter LP. The project is privately funded and located on private land for private use.
What is the estimated cost of the project?
The estimated cost for the 334-unit development is $26,000,000. This results in a cost per square foot of $68 for the 381,352 square foot building.
Is the project open for tenants?
The TDLR record covers construction and accessibility registration only. It does not record whether the business has started serving customers or if the units are available for occupancy.
When does construction start?
Construction start is listed as November 2026. The project was registered with TDLR in November 2026, and plan review is pending.
Who is the accessibility specialist?
Jeromy G Murphy is the registered accessibility specialist for this project. He is responsible for ensuring the project meets TDLR accessibility standards during construction.
What is Pelican Morton Ranch?
Pelican Morton Ranch is a new construction project at 24311 Morton Ranch Road in Katy, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: 334 High-Density style rental units with 7 base floor plans, 2 handicap type units with slight variations to accommodate elevation features.
Is Pelican Morton Ranch open in Katy?
Pelican Morton Ranch is still under construction in Katy, TX, with an estimated completion of Oct 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Pelican Morton Ranch located?
Pelican Morton Ranch is located at 24311 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX, 77493, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of Pelican Morton Ranch?
A-S 168 Morton-Porter LP is the property owner/developer of record for Pelican Morton Ranch, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Pelican Morton Ranch?
Meeks + Partners Co. is the design firm of record for Pelican Morton Ranch, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Pelican Morton Ranch cost and how big is it?
Pelican Morton Ranch has an estimated construction value of $26.0M and approximately 381,352 square feet (about $68/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
334 High-Density style rental units with 7 base floor plans, 2 handicap type units with slight variations to accommodate elevation features.
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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24311 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX, 77493
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