Serving Santa Monica & the Greater Los Angeles Area
Kobzev Pro Contracting Group builds custom ADUs, converts garages into permitted living spaces, and remodels kitchens and bathrooms across Santa Monica — including coastal zone properties. CSLB Licensed #1148495. Free in-home estimates.
Santa Monica, CA — Our Local Expertise
Santa Monica is one of the most desirable — and most regulated — cities in Los Angeles County for ADU construction and home remodeling. Unlike the San Fernando Valley neighborhoods served by LADBS, Santa Monica operates its own Building & Safety Division under the City’s Community Development Department. ADU projects here are governed by the Santa Monica Municipal Code (SMMC § 9.31.025), and properties located south of the I-10 freeway — which includes most of the city — fall within the California Coastal Zone, requiring a Coastal Development Permit in addition to standard building permits. Knowing this before you start is the difference between a realistic timeline and a frustrating surprise six weeks into plan check.
Beyond permitting, Santa Monica enforces design conformity standards that most LA jurisdictions don’t: new ADUs must match the primary dwelling in exterior color, materials, roof pitch, roofline character, and window and door style. That’s not a burden — it’s an opportunity to build something that genuinely belongs on your property and enhances its curb appeal. We review your home’s architectural character at the site visit and carry those details through the design and permit drawings so the City’s design review goes smoothly.
Santa Monica’s real estate market is among the strongest in Southern California, with home values and rental rates driven by coastal access, the Silicon Beach tech corridor, and consistent demand from high-income residents. A permitted ADU here is not just additional square footage — it’s a high-yield asset in one of LA’s most competitive rental markets. Kobzev Pro manages every stage of your project in-house: design, City permits, and full construction, with a fixed price agreed before any work begins.
What We Build in Santa Monica
Kobzev Pro delivers a complete range of general contracting services to Santa Monica homeowners — all managed under one roof from design through final inspection. We build detached backyard ADUs, convert garages into permitted living units, and construct attached additions — handling Santa Monica’s City permit process and Coastal Development Permit requirements for coastal zone properties. On the remodeling side, we handle full kitchen renovations, custom bathroom remodels, and whole-home transformations with finishes and exterior design elements that meet Santa Monica’s conformity standards. Every project starts with a fixed-price written proposal, dedicated permit management with the City of Santa Monica, and a single point of contact who keeps you informed from first permit submission to final walkthrough.
Maximize your property's potential with a custom Accessory Dwelling Unit. We handle the entire process — from city permits and design to the construction of garage conversions and detached guest houses for rental income or family.
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Expand your home’s living space with a professionally integrated ADU. We handle custom design, LADBS permits, and construction to ensure your new addition matches your home perfectly. Add valuable square footage and comfort in Los Angeles.
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From tub-to-shower conversions to luxury master suites, we deliver waterproof integrity and premium design.
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Build a standalone luxury guest house from the ground up. Maximize your property value and privacy with a fully independent backyard home. We handle all design, LADBS permits, and construction for a seamless, turnkey experience in LA.
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Expert garage to ADU conversions in the San Fernando Valley. From structural retrofitting to luxury finishes, our turnkey service transforms your old garage into a permitted living space for family or high-yield rental income.
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Revitalize your living space with a trusted LA General Contractor. From luxury bathrooms and gourmet kitchens to open-concept structural changes, we modernize your home to match your lifestyle.
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We specialize in open-concept layouts, custom cabinetry, and premium finishes to create a stunning, functional culinary space tailored to your lifestyle.
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Santa Monica's permitting process is more involved than most LA jurisdictions — City Building & Safety, Planning review, and Coastal Development Permits for coastal zone properties all run on their own timelines. We know the process and plan around it from day one.
We visit your Santa Monica property, evaluate the site, determine whether you're in the coastal zone, and map out the full permit pathway. You'll receive an honest estimate and a realistic timeline before any commitment is made.
Our team prepares architectural drawings that meet Santa Monica's design conformity standards and submits your permit package to the City's Building & Safety Division — including Coastal Development Permit applications where required. We handle all plan check responses and corrections.
Our licensed crew builds with on-site supervision, a clean and protected job site, and regular progress updates. All trades are coordinated to minimize disruption and keep your project on schedule.
We schedule and pass all required City inspections, then walk through every detail of the completed project with you. The job isn't finished until every element meets our standards — and yours.
Our Work in Santa Monica & Greater Los Angeles
A selection of ADU builds, garage conversions, and remodeling projects completed for homeowners in Santa Monica and the surrounding Los Angeles communities.
Schedule a free in-home consultation with our team. We’ll visit your Santa Monica property, assess the site, determine your coastal zone status, and provide a detailed written estimate — at no cost and no obligation.
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Everything you need to know before starting your ADU or remodeling project in Santa Monica, CA.
No — Santa Monica is an independent city with its own Building & Safety Division under the Community Development Department (CDD). ADU permits in Santa Monica are submitted to the City of Santa Monica, not to the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). Santa Monica’s ADU regulations are governed by the Santa Monica Municipal Code (SMMC § 9.31.025) and California state ADU law. Additionally, most properties in Santa Monica — particularly those south of the I-10 freeway — are located within the California Coastal Zone and require a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) in addition to standard building permits. This adds a layer of review not required for ADU projects in other Los Angeles neighborhoods. Kobzev Pro manages the full permit process with the City of Santa Monica, including CDP applications where applicable.
Yes, Kobzev Pro Contracting Group is a fully licensed B-General Building Contractor in the State of California. We carry full General Liability insurance and Worker’s Compensation coverage to protect your property and our team throughout the entire project.
For cosmetic changes (tile, paint, cabinets), usually no. But if we are moving plumbing, changing electrical, or removing walls, a city permit is required. As a licensed contractor, we handle all necessary permits for you.
In most Los Angeles areas, especially those near public transit, current California law (SB 9 and ADU mandates) eliminates the requirement to replace covered parking when converting an existing garage. This makes the process much more affordable and feasible for most homeowners.
Not necessarily. We conduct a structural assessment to ensure your existing slab can support the new living space. If needed, we perform minor retrofitting or moisture barrier installation to meet modern California residential building codes.
A custom build usually takes 9-12 months: 3-5 months for design and LADBS permits, and 6-7 months for construction and final inspections.