Premier General Contractor in Calabasas
H&A My Design is a licensed, family-owned general contractor in Calabasas, with completed work nearby in West Hills and Agoura Hills and more than 20 years of design-build experience, handling design, approvals and construction under one contract. Serving Calabasas and the surrounding areas.
Licensed & bonded California general contractor — CSLB #999603. Showroom at 6723 Variel Avenue, Canoga Park.
Homes And Projects In Calabasas
Calabasas became a city in 1991 and sits in the hills between the Valley and the coast. Much of its housing is in planned and gated communities, such as The Oaks and Calabasas Park, with larger custom homes on hillside lots and the historic core of Old Town.
Common Calabasas Projects
Homes here are often large and well built, so projects tend to focus on layout, finishes and outdoor living:
- Whole-home and kitchen remodels
- Primary suite renovations
- Outdoor living and pool-side structures
- ADUs and guest suites
- Exterior refreshes within HOA guidelines
HOAs, Hillsides And Fire Zones
Many Calabasas homes sit inside homeowners associations with architectural review, on sloped lots, and in designated fire hazard areas. All three shape the design.
Architectural Review
Exterior changes usually need HOA approval before the city will issue permits, so we prepare those submissions first.
Fire-Safe Design
In fire hazard areas, ignition-resistant materials and ember-resistant vents are designed in from the start.
Our Services In Calabasas
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 Calabasas Projects
Calabasas is a separate city, so plans inside the city limits are reviewed by the City of Calabasas. Canyon addresses outside it, in the unincorporated Santa Monica Mountains, are permitted by Los Angeles County Building and Safety.
Approvals In Order
The usual sequence is HOA approval where it applies, then city or county plan check, then staged inspections on site.
- HOA architectural review
- Zoning and setbacks
- Fire hazard area requirements
- Structural and Title 24 plan check
- Milestone inspections
ADUs In Calabasas
State ADU law limits an association’s ability to prohibit ADUs outright, although HOAs can still apply reasonable design standards. As your general contractor in Calabasas we check both the city rules and your HOA’s guidelines during discovery.
How A Project Runs In Calabasas
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.
Recent Projects Near Calabasas
Completed work nearby in Agoura Hills, West Hills and Thousand Oaks.
Why Homeowners In Calabasas Choose Us
What you get when H&A My Design is your general contractor in Calabasas.
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.
HOA-ready submissions
Drawings and material details prepared for architectural review before city plan check.
A showroom to decide in
Cabinetry, stone, tile and fixtures chosen in person at our Canoga Park showroom.
Calabasas Communities And Nearby Areas
As a general contractor in Calabasas we work in the gated communities, the hillside neighbourhoods and the canyons around them.
Around Calabasas
Calabasas communities and nearby areas include:
- The Oaks and Calabasas Park
- Mont Calabasas and the hillside neighbourhoods
- Old Town Calabasas
- Hidden Hills and Woodland Hills to the east
- Topanga and Malibu over the mountains
Nearby Service Areas
We also build in Agoura Hills, Woodland Hills, Westlake Village and Malibu. Every area is on our service areas page.
Planning A Project In Calabasas
In Calabasas, the schedule often depends as much on approvals as on construction, so planning starts with paperwork.
HOA First
If your home is in an association, its architectural committee usually reviews exterior changes before the city sees them. We prepare drawings, materials and colours for that review so it is approved once, not three times.
Outdoor Living
Covered patios, outdoor kitchens and shaded seating are some of the most valuable additions here. They are designed and permitted like any structure, with fire safety in mind.
Selections Early
Finishes are chosen at our showroom while approvals are in progress, so construction starts with every decision made.
Start Your Calabasas Project
Book a site visit and we will walk your property, check your HOA and city requirements and explain how we would work as your general contractor in Calabasas.
General Contractor In Calabasas: Common Questions
Do I need HOA approval before a city permit?
Usually, for exterior changes. Most Calabasas associations review plans before work can start, and we prepare those submissions alongside the city application.
Can my HOA stop me building an ADU?
State law limits an association’s ability to prohibit ADUs outright, although it can still apply reasonable design standards. We check your HOA’s guidelines during discovery.
Who issues permits in Calabasas?
Inside the city limits, the City of Calabasas. Canyon addresses in the unincorporated Santa Monica Mountains are permitted by Los Angeles County instead. We confirm which applies at discovery.
What do fire hazard area rules mean for my project?
Typically ignition-resistant exterior materials, ember-resistant vents and specific roofing and glazing standards. We design to them from the start.
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 Calabasas?
A design-build general contractor in Calabasas manages HOA review, city or county permits and construction under one contract, with one point of contact throughout.
Do you build outdoor living spaces?
Yes. Covered patios, outdoor kitchens and shaded seating areas are designed, engineered and permitted like any structure, and tied into the house.
Do you work on large custom homes in Calabasas?
Yes. Larger homes often mean remodels that touch several rooms at once, and we plan structure, systems and finishes together so the work is sequenced properly and the budget is clear from the start.
Can you match my community’s approved colours and materials?
Yes. We design exterior changes around your association’s approved palettes and materials, which is usually the quickest route to approval.
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.