CITY OF KATY, Texas (Covering Katy News) — Katy City Council members are expected to discuss the possible creation of a historic preservation committee that would help save the Cardiff rice dryer and other historic structures that are difficult to redevelop under today’s building codes.
Cardiff Rice Dryer built in 1943
The Cardiff Rice Dryer, at 5321 1st St., was built in 1943 and today is the tallest structure in Katy.
Developer Hadi “Andrew” Nurcahya purchased the property in 2021 and has been working to redevelop it. He also developed Katy Beer Garden on the adjacent property at 5345 3rd St…