Los Angeles County / Encino, CA
Home Builder & General Contractor in Encino
KR Building & Remodeling Inc. is a licensed general contractor that builds custom homes, additions, remodels, and ADUs in Encino. Encino is part of the City of Los Angeles, so KR permits projects through LADBS.
- Permits through
- Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS)
- Contractor
- CSLB #1127167, Sherman Oaks
Encino lots run larger than most of the Valley. Many homes north of Ventura Boulevard sit on wide parcels with room for a pool, a guest house, and a long driveway, while the hills to the south hold custom homes on sloped sites. That extra land makes Encino one of the better places in Los Angeles to replace an aging house with a custom build, to add on without crowding the yard, and to fit a full-size detached ADU.
Rebuilds and major additions
Some Encino homes from the 1950s and 1960s are near the end of their useful life. When the numbers favor it, owners choose ground-up new home construction instead of remodeling, and the wide parcels north of Ventura Boulevard leave room for a larger two-story house without pushing against the setbacks. Others keep the footprint and add a primary suite or expand the kitchen and family room with a home addition. In Royal Oaks and the Encino Hills, hillside and fire zone rules shape size and materials, so feasibility comes first.
Room for a real guest house
On larger Encino lots, a detached ADU of up to 1,200 square feet is often realistic, which is enough for a two-bedroom unit for parents, adult children, or a tenant. Homeowners also ask about placing the ADU near an existing pool or converting a pool house, and many build the unit at the same time as the main house work so the site is torn up once. KR looks at setbacks, utility routing from the street, and where a new sewer or electrical service can run before a layout is drawn.
Building or remodeling in Encino?
Or call (603) 264-9370
Services in Encino
What we build in Encino
- A-101New Home Construction in Encino
- A-102Home Additions in Encino
- A-103ADU Construction in Encino
- B-101Whole-Home Remodeling in Encino
- C-105Concrete & Hardscape in Encino
- C-107Patios, Porches & Decks in Encino
- B-102Kitchen Remodeling in Encino
- B-103Bathroom Remodeling in Encino
- B-104Garage Conversions in Encino
FAQ
Encino project FAQ
Should I remodel or rebuild my older Encino home?
It depends on the condition of the foundation, framing, and systems, and on what you want the house to become. If most of the structure needs replacing anyway, a ground-up build can make more sense than a deep remodel. KR walks the house with you and lays out both paths, with the permit steps for each, before you decide.
How large a house can I build on an Encino lot?
City of Los Angeles zoning sets the height, setbacks, and floor area for your specific lot and zone, and larger Encino parcels generally allow a larger house than the Valley average. Hillside lots south of Ventura Boulevard are limited further by the hillside ordinance. KR confirms the buildable envelope during feasibility.
How big of an ADU can I build in Encino?
Detached ADUs are commonly allowed up to 1,200 square feet under state law, and many Encino lots have the space to reach that. Attached ADUs are capped based on the size of the main home. KR confirms the maximum for your lot, including setbacks and any hillside limits.
Can I convert my Encino pool house into an ADU?
Often, yes, if the structure can be brought up to current building code and meets ADU rules for things like egress, kitchen, and bathroom. Some pool houses need significant upgrades to get there. KR evaluates the existing structure and the permit path with LADBS.
Do hillside rules apply in Encino?
Many lots south of Ventura Boulevard fall under Los Angeles hillside regulations and fire hazard zones. These can limit floor area and require extra engineering and fire-resistant materials. Flat lots north of the boulevard generally do not have those limits.
Next Step / Site Visit
Start your Encino project.
Share a few details about your property and project. We will follow up to talk through feasibility, scope, and next steps, and schedule a site visit for a written estimate.