Premier General Contractor in Westlake Village
H&A My Design is a licensed, family-owned general contractor in Westlake Village, with completed work nearby in Thousand Oaks and Agoura Hills and more than 20 years of design-build experience, handling design, approvals and construction under one contract. Serving Westlake Village and the surrounding areas.
Licensed & bonded California general contractor — CSLB #999603. Showroom at 6723 Variel Avenue, Canoga Park.
Homes And Projects In Westlake Village
Westlake Village was planned around its lake and became a city in 1981. Its homes sit in well-kept planned neighbourhoods, many with associations, and the wider Westlake area crosses the county line into Thousand Oaks and Ventura County.
Common Westlake Projects
Homes here are generally well built, so projects focus on layout, finishes and how the house meets the outdoors:
- Kitchen and whole-home remodels
- Primary suite renovations
- Indoor-outdoor living with large sliding doors
- ADUs and guest suites
- Exterior refreshes within HOA guidelines
Lakefront, Hillside And HOA Homes
Lakefront lots, hillside streets and association rules each shape what can change, and parts of the area fall within designated fire hazard zones.
Architectural Review
Exterior changes usually need association approval before city 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 Westlake Village
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 Westlake Village Projects
An address called Westlake can fall under two different cities. The City of Westlake Village is in Los Angeles County; the neighbouring Westlake and North Ranch areas are part of the City of Thousand Oaks in Ventura County. Each has its own building department, so we confirm the jurisdiction first.
Approvals In Order
Where your home is in an association, HOA review usually comes first, then city plan check, then staged inspections on site.
- Which city reviews the plans
- HOA architectural review
- Fire hazard area requirements
- Structural and Title 24 plan check
- Milestone inspections
ADUs In Westlake Village
State ADU law sets the baseline and limits an association’s ability to ban ADUs outright, though HOAs can apply reasonable design standards. As your general contractor in Westlake Village we check the city rules and your HOA guidelines during discovery.
How A Project Runs In Westlake Village
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 Westlake Village
Completed work nearby: an ADU in Thousand Oaks, a kitchen in Agoura Hills and a renovation in West Hills.
Why Homeowners In Westlake Village Choose Us
What you get when H&A My Design is your general contractor in Westlake Village.
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.
County-line experience
We confirm whether your Westlake address is in Westlake Village or Thousand Oaks before any drawings are submitted.
A showroom to decide in
Cabinetry, stone, tile and fixtures chosen in person at our Canoga Park showroom.
Westlake Village And Nearby Communities
As a general contractor in Westlake Village we work on both sides of the county line and in the Conejo Valley communities around the lake.
Around Westlake Village
Nearby neighbourhoods and communities include:
- The lakefront neighbourhoods
- North Ranch and Westlake in Thousand Oaks
- Oak Park to the north
- Agoura Hills to the east
- Lake Sherwood nearby
Nearby Service Areas
We also build in Thousand Oaks, Agoura Hills, Calabasas and across Ventura County. Every area is on our service areas page.
Planning A Project In Westlake Village
Two things usually set the pace in Westlake: which city your address is in, and how long association review takes.
Paperwork First
We confirm the jurisdiction, check your HOA’s guidelines and prepare drawings, materials and colours for architectural review before the city application, so approvals run in order rather than in circles.
Indoor-Outdoor Living
Large sliding doors, covered patios and outdoor kitchens are among the most valuable changes here. They are designed and permitted like any structure, with fire safety in mind where it applies.
Selections Early
Finishes are chosen at our showroom while approvals are in progress, so construction starts with every decision made.
Start Your Westlake Village Project
Book a site visit and we will walk your property, confirm the jurisdiction and HOA requirements and explain how we would work as your general contractor in Westlake Village.
General Contractor In Westlake Village: Common Questions
Is my Westlake address in Westlake Village or Thousand Oaks?
It depends on the street. The City of Westlake Village is in Los Angeles County, while nearby Westlake and North Ranch neighbourhoods are in Thousand Oaks. We confirm it at discovery so plans go to the right office.
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 material details for that review.
Can I build an ADU in Westlake Village?
Many lots can. State law limits outright HOA bans, though associations can set reasonable design standards. We check the city rules and your HOA guidelines during discovery.
What do fire hazard area rules mean for my home?
Typically ignition-resistant exterior materials, ember-resistant vents and specific roofing and glazing standards, designed in 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 Westlake Village?
A design-build general contractor in Westlake Village handles HOA review, city 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 are designed, engineered and permitted like any structure, and tied into the house.
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.