New Construction in Redondo Beach
A new construction project in Redondo Beach almost always begins with a lot that already has a structure on it. The city has been a developed beach community since it appeared in the 1890 census, and its neighborhoods have been built and rebuilt across the twentieth century, with new housing production tightly limited in recent decades. The result is a housing stock that ranges from older single-family beach houses to the duplexes, fourplexes and townhome-style units that fill much of North Redondo Beach, South Redondo and Riviera Village, where narrow lots and shared walls define what is physically possible. When an existing house is too small, sits on a deteriorated foundation or cannot support a second story without rebuilding most of the structure anyway, a tear-down and rebuild is often the more practical path. Because properties along the beach side of the city fall within the California coastal zone, work there can require coastal review in addition to the standard building permit issued through the City of Redondo Beach Building and Safety Division. Horizon Construction and Remodeling manages new construction in Redondo Beach from the initial lot review through design, engineering, permitting, demolition and final inspection, all under one contract.
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Engineering & Title 24
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New Build ADUs
Our New Construction Process in Redondo Beach
How We Approach New Construction in Redondo Beach
Planning new construction in Redondo Beach starts well before any drawings are drafted. Because so much of the city sits on narrow lots with older housing stock, we open with a zoning review, a boundary and topographic survey, and a soils report. Those three documents tell us what the site can actually support and what the foundation will need. Design comes next: site plan, floor plans, and elevations, worked through with you until the layout reflects how you live. Structural engineering and Title 24 energy compliance documents are prepared alongside the drawings so the complete plan set goes into plan check without gaps. If your lot sits within the California coastal zone, we account for the coastal review process on top of the standard building permit submittal to the City of Redondo Beach Building and Safety Division.
While plans are under review, we respond to any comments from the city, coordinate utility work, and arrange the asbestos survey and air district notification required before demolition begins. Once the city issues permits, the existing structure comes down and the build proceeds in sequence: foundation, framing, rough plumbing, electrical, mechanical and fire sprinkler rough-in, insulation, and then exterior and interior finishes. One project manager oversees the entire job and is present for every inspection through final sign-off.
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Permits for new construction in Redondo Beach run through the City of Redondo Beach Building and Safety Division, which sits within the Community Development Department. Because the city has been built and rebuilt across more than a century, with most of its land already spoken for and new housing production tightly limited in recent decades, the review process tends to be thorough. Multiple desks are usually involved on a new house: planning checks setbacks, height, lot coverage and floor area against the zoning code; building plan check reviews structural and energy documents; the fire department looks at sprinkler systems and site access; and public works covers grading, drainage, any street trenching and a new driveway approach. If the lot sits on the beach side of the city, add coastal review to that list, because that area lies within the California coastal zone and the zoning code carries a Coastal Land Use Plan implementing ordinance that can require a separate approval on top of the building permit.
Demolition requires its own permit before any foundation work starts. Most building departments want gas and electric service disconnected and the sewer lateral capped before that permit is issued. The South Coast AQMD requires an asbestos survey and advance notification for most demolition projects. Utilities then need to be sized for the new structure, not the one that came down. Fire sprinkler requirements often mean a larger water meter and service line, and a house built to current electrical and solar loads may need a new utility service, which carries its own lead time independent of the city permit.
A geotechnical report comes before foundation design. It identifies expansive clay, old fill, groundwater and slope stability issues, and in state-mapped liquefaction or landslide zones a site-specific investigation is required. The structural engineer uses those findings to size footings, design a post-tensioned slab or grade beams, and lay out shear walls, hold-downs and beams for California seismic requirements. On a sloped lot the same report drives retaining wall design and the grading plan, and the soils engineer typically signs off on footing excavations before concrete is placed.
Energy compliance follows the 2025 Title 24 standards, which apply to permits filed on or after January 1, 2026, and new single-family homes must include solar PV. Certain measures require field verification by a third-party HERS rater. If the property falls within a CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone, construction must meet wildland-urban interface standards: a Class A roof, ember-resistant vents, ignition-resistant exterior materials and multipane windows with tempered glass. Inspections cover every stage, from foundation forms and reinforcing steel through framing, rough-ins and insulation to the final sign-off.
Other Remodeling Services We Offer
A kitchen remodel touches more trades than any other room in the house: layout, cabinetry, plumbing, electrical, ventilation and finishes. Horizon designs and builds kitchen remodels under one contract, from the measured layout to the final inspection.
Whether you envision a classic Southern California pool or a fully customized backyard oasis, Horizon Construction & Remodeling delivers the highest level of quality and service. Our comprehensive pool design and remodeling services cover everything from layout and decking to built-in BBQs and final touches like landscaping. Let Horizon be your trusted partner in transforming your backyard into the perfect outdoor retreat.
If you are planning a complete bathroom remodel or simply want to change your tub, shower, update your plumbing fixtures, or make the space more efficient, our team at Horizon will help you through the process with expert advice, professional craftsmanship, and affordable options with beautiful results. Learn more about our bathroom remodeling services.
Transform your space with our expert interior work services. We offer a comprehensive range of solutions — from space planning and custom design to the selection of high-quality finishes and materials. Our team of experienced professionals works closely with you to create a space that’s both functional and stylish, tailored to your unique needs, goals, and budget. Whether you’re updating a single room or overhauling your entire interior, we bring precision, creativity, and craftsmanship to every project.
At Horizon, we believe your home is more than just four walls — it’s where life happens. It’s the place you relax, gather with family and friends, and create lasting memories. That’s why we offer a full range of exterior work services designed to elevate your outdoor living space. From patios and hardscaping to custom decks and exterior renovations, we help turn your vision into a dream yard that complements your lifestyle and enhances curb appeal.
At Horizon Construction & Remodeling, our expert team includes a dedicated design and planning division that works hand-in-hand with licensed architects and structural engineers. We take care of everything — from detailed plans and blueprints to securing city permits — so you don’t have to deal with delays or red tape. Our goal is to streamline the process and provide a fully approved set of documents that aligns with both your vision and city regulations, saving you time and stress.
Why Choose Horizon Remodeling For New Construction in Redondo Beach
Horizon Construction and Remodeling has been building in Southern California since 2009, and we hold an active Class B general building contractor license, which you can verify directly through the CSLB along with our bond status before you commit to anything. New construction is the most complex job a residential contractor takes on, and we treat it that way from the first site visit.
We work design-build, meaning design, engineering coordination, permits and construction all move under one contract with one project manager. That matters in Redondo Beach, where permits run through the City of Redondo Beach Building and Safety Division and properties on the beach side of the city may also require coastal review under the city’s Coastal Land Use Plan implementing ordinance. Having the same team that developed the drawings respond to plan check comments keeps that process from stalling. California Title 24 energy requirements, fire sprinkler provisions and CALGreen standards go into the design at the start, not as late additions.
Redondo Beach has been a built-out city since well before the mid-twentieth century, and available lots are limited. We will look carefully at what your specific site can support under current zoning and walk you through realistic options. Call (714) 449-9035 to request a free estimate.
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New Construction FAQ
Should I rebuild or remodel my house in Redondo Beach?
Whether a rebuild or a whole home remodel makes more sense depends on the house and the lot. A new build tends to be the right call when the foundation has serious problems, when nearly every system needs replacing and most walls would move anyway, when you want a second story the existing structure cannot carry, or when zoning allows a larger or better-positioned house. In North Redondo Beach, South Redondo, and Riviera Village, where narrow lots and older beach-town housing stock are common, those conditions come up more often than homeowners expect. If the structure is sound and the goal is mainly a new layout and updated finishes, a whole home remodel is typically simpler to permit through the City of Redondo Beach Building and Safety Division, though properties in the coastal zone may also require a separate coastal review before work can begin. We walk the property with you and give you a straight comparison of both paths before you commit to anything.
What permits does a new home need?
New construction in Redondo Beach typically requires a demolition permit for the structure coming down, a building permit for the new one, and grading, utility, and driveway permits through public works. Plans go to the City of Redondo Beach Building and Safety Division, part of the Community Development Department, with planning, fire, and public works each signing off. Properties in the coastal zone often need a coastal development permit on top of that. We handle the submittals, comments, and resubmittals throughout the process.
How long does it take to build a new home?
Timelines vary more than most homeowners expect. Plan check with the City of Redondo Beach Building and Safety Division commonly runs several months, and that window stretches further when a project also needs coastal review under the city’s Coastal Land Use Plan implementing ordinance, which applies to work in the coastal zone portion of the city. Construction of a custom home generally runs around a year, longer for larger homes, sloped lots or heavy site work, and weather, utility scheduling and inspection availability all influence the pace, so we give you a project-specific schedule after the feasibility review.
What drives the cost of building a new home?
New construction in Redondo Beach involves a handful of cost categories. Size and complexity lead, especially second stories, long spans, and corners. Foundation type depends on soils and slope; site work, including demolition, grading, retaining walls, and utility upgrades, shifts lot to lot. Fire-zone or coastal requirements add cost, and on the beach side, work can require coastal review on top of the standard building permit. Finish level, city impact fees, and school fees on new square footage also vary. After feasibility, we break the budget into these categories so you can see where your choices are.
Do new homes in California need solar and fire sprinklers?
Yes, new single-family homes in Redondo Beach must include automatic fire sprinklers under the California Residential Code, which affects water service sizing and how ceilings are laid out. Solar PV has been required on new single-family homes since the 2019 energy standards, and permits filed from January 1, 2026 fall under the 2025 Title 24 requirements, which build on that baseline. CALGreen adds rules covering water use, construction waste recycling, indoor air quality, and EV charging readiness. We design to all of it from the start.
Can you build an ADU along with the new house?
Yes, a new build is the easiest point at which to add an ADU, because water, sewer and electrical service can be sized for both units in a single scope of work and the site plan can give each unit its own entry and outdoor space from the start. That kind of upfront planning matters in Redondo Beach, where narrow lots across North Redondo, South Redondo and Riviera Village leave little room for changes after construction begins. State law allows ADUs on most single-family lots, though setbacks, height and parking rules still apply, and properties on the beach side of the city may require coastal review through the City of Redondo Beach Building and Safety Division in addition to a standard building permit. We can permit the ADU alongside the main house or carry it as its own separate project, and we also build guest houses.
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Horizon is a licensed Class B general building contractor serving Redondo Beach and the surrounding Los Angeles County communities.