The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation recently announced its support and approval of a major downtown renovation led by LEWIS Building LLC. The project will restore and repurpose a historic 1925 building located at 221–225 E. University Drive and 115–119 N. 13th Avenue.

The renovation will be completed in phases. Phase 1 will deliver six “white-box” commercial rental spaces — move-in-ready units featuring finished walls, lighting and essential infrastructure. The spaces will provide local entrepreneurs with flexible, customizable area to launch or expand their businesses in the heart of downtown.

Subsequent phases will introduce unique new destinations to the community, including a boutique bourbon bar, a coffee shop, and additional tenants designed to attract visitors and enhance Edinburg’s growing reputation as a hub for dining, retail and culture.

With an estimated investment exceeding $650,000, the project is expected to create approximately 15 full-time jobs over the next 36 months.

“This project embodies our mission to revitalize downtown and our vision for the heart of Edinburg,” said Aaron Rivera, Edinburg EDC board president. “By creating local jobs and new gathering spaces for our community, we reaffirm our commitment to making downtown a vibrant hub of community and economic activity. We are proud to support LEWIS Building LLC as they transform a piece of our city’s history into a cornerstone for growth and connection.”

LEWIS Building LLC owner Byron Lewis expressed his enthusiasm for the project and its impact on the community.

“I’m thrilled to see this project come to life,” he said. “We’re deeply invested in the vision of a vibrant and thriving downtown, and the start of these renovations marks an exciting milestone. I look forward to creating a space that connects the community, future tenants, and civic leaders to reestablish this property as a dynamic anchor in Edinburg’s downtown.”

Lewis also expressed his gratitude to the EEDC for its partnership and support.

“I’m grateful to the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation for their collaboration and continued support in bringing this project to fruition,” he said. “Together, we’re advancing the ongoing growth and revitalization of downtown Edinburg.”