Trusted General Contractor in Thousand Oaks
H&A My Design is a licensed, family-owned general contractor in Thousand Oaks, with a completed ADU in the city and more than 20 years of design-build work, handling design, permits and construction under one contract. Serving Thousand Oaks and the surrounding areas.
Licensed & bonded California general contractor — CSLB #999603. Showroom at 6723 Variel Avenue, Canoga Park.
Homes And Projects In Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks sits at the heart of the Conejo Valley, with neighbourhoods such as Newbury Park, Lynn Ranch, Dos Vientos, North Ranch and the Thousand Oaks side of Westlake. Much of its housing is planned tract and association communities surrounded by open space and, true to the name, a great many oak trees.
Common Thousand Oaks Projects
The projects we are asked about most here:
- Detached ADUs and guest units
- Kitchen and whole-home remodels
- Single-storey and second-story additions
- Outdoor living and covered patios
- Exterior refreshes within HOA guidelines
Oak Trees, Open Space And Fire Zones
The city protects its oak trees, so work near one can need a permit and an arborist’s input. Homes that back onto open space may also sit in designated fire hazard areas.
Designing Around Trees
Footprints, foundations and access routes are planned to avoid protected root zones where possible.
Fire-Safe Design
Ignition-resistant materials and ember-resistant vents are designed in from the start in fire hazard areas.
Our Services In Thousand Oaks
Every service below is designed, permitted and built by the same licensed team.
ADUs
Detached units, attached builds and garage conversions, designed around what your lot allows.
Home Additions
Room, second-story and master suite additions that sit naturally with the existing house.
Major Remodeling
Kitchens, bathrooms and whole-home renovations, with structure and systems handled properly.
New Construction
Ground-up custom homes, from the first lot survey to final sign-off.
Structural Remodeling
Bearing walls, beams and ceiling raises, engineered and permitted.
Permits For Thousand Oaks Projects
Thousand Oaks is a separate city in Ventura County, so plans are reviewed by the City of Thousand Oaks. Unincorporated pockets nearby, such as parts of Newbury Park, are permitted by the County of Ventura instead.
What Review Covers
Alongside the building permit, a Thousand Oaks project may need oak tree review and HOA approval. We coordinate all three.
- Zoning and setbacks
- Oak tree protection where it applies
- HOA architectural review
- Structural and Title 24 plan check
- Milestone inspections
ADUs In Thousand Oaks
State ADU law sets the baseline, and the city applies its own standards on top. As your general contractor in Thousand Oaks we check the city rules, HOA guidelines and any tree constraints during discovery. Our completed Thousand Oaks ADU shows what is possible.
How A Project Runs In Thousand Oaks
The same six stages on every job, adjusted to the local permit route.
Discovery
Site visit, lot survey, zoning and setback check.
Architecture
3D design, floor plans and finish direction.
Engineering
Structural drawings and Title 24 energy packet.
Selections
Permit expediting while you choose finishes.
Construction
In-house crews, inspected at every milestone.
Completion
Final sign-off, punch list and key handover.
Our Projects In And Near Thousand Oaks
A completed Thousand Oaks ADU, plus nearby work in Agoura Hills and the West Valley.
Why Homeowners In Thousand Oaks Choose Us
What you get when H&A My Design is your general contractor in Thousand Oaks.
One contract, one team
Design, engineering, permits and construction handled together, with one point of contact.
Licensed and bonded
California general contractor, CSLB #999603, fully bonded and insured.
In-house trades
Framing, MEP trades and custom carpentry by our own crews, inspected at every milestone.
Proven in Thousand Oaks
A completed ADU in the city, with dark board-and-batten siding and a full photo gallery.
A showroom to decide in
Cabinetry, stone, tile and fixtures chosen in person at our Canoga Park showroom.
Thousand Oaks Neighbourhoods And Nearby Areas
As a general contractor in Thousand Oaks we work across the city and in the Conejo Valley communities around it.
Around Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks neighbourhoods and nearby communities include:
- Newbury Park and Dos Vientos
- Lynn Ranch and Conejo Oaks
- North Ranch and Westlake
- Oak Park and Agoura Hills to the east
- Moorpark and Simi Valley to the north
Nearby Service Areas
We also build in Westlake Village, Simi Valley, Agoura Hills and across Ventura County. Every area is on our service areas page.
Planning A Project In Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks projects often involve three sets of rules at once: the city’s, the association’s and the trees’.
Check The Constraints Early
Protected oaks, HOA guidelines and fire hazard areas can all shape where an ADU or addition can go. We map them at discovery, so the design starts in the right place.
ADU Or Addition
Many Thousand Oaks lots can take either. An ADU adds independent space and possible rental income; an addition enlarges the main house. We compare both on your lot with real numbers.
Selections Early
Finishes are chosen at our showroom while approvals are in progress, so construction starts with every decision made.
Start Your Thousand Oaks Project
Book a site visit and we will walk your property, check the tree, HOA and city requirements and explain how we would work as your general contractor in Thousand Oaks.
General Contractor In Thousand Oaks: Common Questions
Have you built an ADU in Thousand Oaks?
Yes. Our completed Thousand Oaks ADU, with dark board-and-batten siding, is in our project gallery with a full set of photographs.
Who issues building permits in Thousand Oaks?
The City of Thousand Oaks, for addresses inside the city. Unincorporated areas nearby are permitted by the County of Ventura. We confirm which applies at discovery.
What if there is an oak tree near my project?
Work near a protected oak can need a permit and an arborist’s input. We plan footprints and foundations to avoid root zones where possible and include any tree review in the schedule.
Do I need HOA approval?
If your home is in an association, exterior changes usually need its approval before permits. We prepare the drawings and materials for that review.
How long does a project take?
Permit review typically takes around six to fourteen weeks. Garage-conversion ADUs typically take three to five months to build, and detached ADUs or major additions five to eight months.
Why hire a design-build general contractor in Thousand Oaks?
A design-build general contractor in Thousand Oaks coordinates city permits, HOA review, tree requirements and construction under one contract, with one point of contact.
Do fire hazard rules apply to my home?
They can if your property backs onto open space. We check the designation for your address and design to it from the start.
Where is your showroom?
Our showroom and headquarters are at 6723 Variel Avenue, Canoga Park, CA 91303. Visits are by appointment, so call 800-285-3002 before you come.
Which other areas do you cover?
We work throughout Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Calabasas, Westlake Village, Pasadena, Glendale, Culver City, the South Bay, Santa Clarita Valley, Ventura County, Thousand Oaks, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Malibu, Agoura Hills, Simi Valley, Burbank, Granada Hills, Canoga Park, Reseda and the surrounding areas.
Nearby Service Areas
Homeowner Experiences
Hear directly from Southern California clients who trusted H&A My Design with their custom homes, ADUs, and additions.
Walk the finished home — navy kitchen with brass fittings, an open living space and a new double-vanity bathroom.
“We’re extremely happy with the results. Without a shadow of doubt, we’ve already recommended them to other neighbors.”
“Everybody was phenomenal to work with, a pleasure to have. Totally fair and wonderful company and great family.”
“H&A made the entire process transparent. Having one GC manage blueprints, city permits, and the build was night and day.”
“Their Canoga Park showroom made selecting our cabinets, quartz, and fixtures so easy. Finished right on schedule.”
“Converted our garage into a 2-bedroom rental. Flawless craftsmanship and leased immediately after final inspection.”
See the full before and after — the original kitchen, the opened-up living space and the finished bathrooms.
“From 3D plans to final city sign-off, H&A handled everything. No surprise change orders, no stress.”
“Built a modern ADU for my parents. The accessibility and aesthetic details exceeded all our expectations.”
Serving Southern California
Licensed throughout Los Angeles & Ventura Counties. HQ Showroom at 6723 Variel Ave, Canoga Park, CA.
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Design, permits, showroom selections, and master construction—managed by one accountable team.