A Front Row to History,
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The Launchpoint Starbase, TX

At ground zero of modern space history, The Launchpoint occupies a rare physical position at the front lines of America’s newest city — a place built in expectation of global attention, where people gather and history unfolds in real time.

Enter the Launchpoint

▸ The only gateway site directly Serving Starbase▸ Exact location: Starbase, TX (State Hwy 4 frontage)▸ Parcel size: 0.50 acres / 22,000 SF▸ Availability: Ground lease▸ Target uses: Flagship retail, hospitality, media, experiential, brand activations▸ Estimated lease rate: $4.00/SF

The Site at a Glance

▸ Parcel size (22,000 SF or 0.5 ACRE)▸ Corner lot confirmation▸ Frontage length on State Hwy 4▸ Ingress / egress points (main road + side access)▸ Topography: flat / top soil / pad-ready▸ Flood zone status Zone AE (EL 11–12) (FEMA designated Very Low Flood Risk)▸ Unincorporated status still within Cameron County zoning (Build any commercial or mixed-use building/ flexibility)▸ Survey & plat availability

Zoning & Entitlements

▸ Current zoning designation (Multi-Use, Unincorporated Cameron County)▸ Allowed uses— Retail (coffee shop, restaurant, merch, experiential retail)— Hospitality (visitor center, lounge, bar, event space)— Office (medical, areospace, media, production, operations)— Mixed-use (retail + office + rooftop viewing)— Educational or civic-related uses— Temporary or modular structures— Event / experiential structures— Luxury condo / apartment/ housing▸ Height limits (No countywide zoning, No height limits)▸ FAR / coverage limits (No prescribed FAR or lot coverage limits; buildable area governed by setbacks, floodplain, building code, and infrastructure.)▸ Setbacks (Setbacks: Front setback governed by TxDOT right-of-way requirements along State Highway 4; side and rear setbacks governed by county building, floodplain, fire access, and easement requirements.)▸ Permitting authority (Cameron County)

Infrastructure Is Already in Place

▸ Water: Available (New Starbase line)▸ Sewer: Coming Soon (Starbase Treatment plant being constructed)▸ Power: Available (AEP Texas Central)▸ Fiber / Telecom. Available (SiFi Networks / BTxFiber▸ Road improvements. Under construction, 4 lane highway with center divide and bike path completion 2026 on Highway 4 (Boca Chica Blvd)

The Main Line In — Traffic, Visibility, Access

▸ Current daily traffic count ~9,400 AADT (2026 estimated)▸ Projected traffic (20,000 in 24 months)▸ Launch-day surge: ~12,000–19,000 with peak-hour waves ~1,800–2,600 vehicles/hour▸ Primary approach route (sole western ingress to Starbase)▸ Visibility description (line-of-sight, signage exposure)

Demand is Already Proven

▸ High-interest launch events routinely attract 10,000–15,000+ spectators.▸ The greater South Padre Island region attracts over 7 million visitors annually, creating strong regional tourism flow along the Boca Chica corridor.▸ SpaceX launch events generate surge visitation, with major launches attracting 11,000+ spectators and contributing to tens of thousands of incremental regional visitors annually (2023 data).▸ Estimated regional economic impact exceeding $99 million (reported economic studies and regional estimates).▸ FAA-approved launch cadence of up to 25 launches per year, supporting recurring event-driven traffic surges.

Embedded in the Starbase Ecosystem

▸ Starbase Mission Control Center (0.5 miles -1 min)▸ SpaceX Launch Pad (5.9 miles - 9 mins)▸ SpaceX Factory (3.5 miles - 5 mins)▸ SpaceX Executive Housing (2.5 miles - 4 mins)▸ SpaceX "Ad Astra" Private School (Next door)▸ Boca Chica Village (3.6 miles - 6 mins)▸ Planned Community Center ($22–25M) (2.8 miles -6 mins)▸ Planned Rio West Retail/ Entertainment Destination (2.8 miles -6 mins)

Multiple Development Paths — One Irreplaceable Location

This is a rare, irreplaceable site along the Starbase launch corridor, capable of supporting multiple development paths without sacrificing clarity of use. Daily traffic is amplified by launch-day surges, creating demand for flagship food and beverage, event-driven hospitality, media, and flexible activation concepts that can scale from pop-up to permanent. Unobstructed launch views, rooftop potential, and direct SH-4 frontage deliver visibility and experience that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. One location, many outcomes — all anchored to Starbase.

Flexible Ground Lease Structures for Flagship Partners

▸ Long-Term Ground Lease: Flexible lease structures envisioned, with initial terms generally ranging from 10–30 years, tailored to the scale and ambition of each partnership.▸ Renewal Options: Extension options may be negotiated to support long-term brand presence and investment continuity.▸ Tenant Improvements: Development and build-out anticipated to be tenant-driven, allowing full creative and operational control of the experience.▸ Path to Site Control: Expedited site control available following LOI and completion of standard due diligence.▸ Exclusivity Considerations: Category or use exclusivity may be considered for select flagship or anchor concepts.▸ Broker Cooperation: Broker participation welcomed, with commissions offered in line with prevailing market standards.

Why This Site Cannot Be Recreated

▸ Only unincorporated parcel on main ingress▸ No competing frontage parcels available▸ Infrastructure already forming around site▸ Launch cadence accelerating▸ Media and political attention already established

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