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North Hollywood Design · Permit · Build ### Pool & Spa Remodeling in North Hollywood We build new pools and spas, and remodel the ones already in the ground. [Book a Consultation](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/contact-us) [Call 818-300-2393](tel:+18183002393) #### Built for North Hollywood Homes Most of what we build in North Hollywood happens on tight 1920s-to-1950s lots where the house sits close to the street and the whole project lives in the back forty feet. Access is the constant: narrow side yards, alley approaches, and neighbors on both sides. We size equipment to the gate we actually have, and we look hard at the existing panel and sewer before committing to an ADU or a pool. Most parcels are compact rectangles with the house pushed toward the street and narrow side yards, leaving a modest but workable rear yard. Detached rear garages are common and are frequent conversion candidates. We are a design-build team, which means the people who draw your project are the people who build it. Design, engineering, permits and construction run through one project manager and our own crews, so nothing gets lost in a handoff between a salesperson and a subcontractor. We are licensed, bonded and insured, [CSLB license #1119054](https://www.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/LicenseDetail.aspx?LicNum=1119054) . Permits in North Hollywood: LADBS is the permitting authority, and Valley projects are plan-checked and inspected through the Van Nuys Development Services Center. No coastal or hillside overlay applies on this section of the valley floor. Where a parcel falls in a CGS-mapped liquefaction zone (ZIMAS shows it), LADBS Information Bulletin P/BC 2026-044 still exempts one- and two-family dwellings, ADUs under three stories, and pools, spas and decks from the liquefaction-zone investigation, so soils report needs are settled with plan check. The city's protected tree and shrub ordinance covers oak, western sycamore, black walnut, California bay, Mexican elderberry and toyon at four cumulative inches of trunk diameter, and removal or encroachment needs an Urban Forestry permit. Pool barrier height, self-closing and self-latching gates and drowning-prevention features are verified at final inspection, and review durations vary. Permit details checked September 2026 against [LADBS](https://dbs.lacity.gov/sites/default/files/efs/forms/pc17/design-and-construction-of-swimming-pools-ib-p-bc2017-014.pdf) , [LA City Planning](https://planning.lacity.gov/odocument/555281f6-f5ef-44e9-b094-1fce25c1c4dc) and [California law](https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=HSC§ionNum=115922) . Rules change, so we confirm them again for your parcel. What We Build - Garage-to-ADU conversions - Small-lot pool and courtyard layouts - Restricted-access excavation planning - New gunite pool and spa construction - Full pool remodels and replastering - Pebble, quartz and plaster interior finishes - Waterline tile and coping replacement - Raised and attached spas with spillways - Baja shelves, benches and sun ledges - Water features, fire bowls and sheer descents - Equipment upgrades, heaters and automation - Pool decking in pavers, concrete or travertine - LED lighting and salt-water conversions Local Conditions #### What to Know in North Hollywood These local conditions change the scope, the schedule and the budget. 01 Narrow side yards decide whether an excavator reaches the rear or the dig becomes a conveyor-and-hand-load operation. 02 Alley access behind many blocks is the practical staging route for gunite, concrete and material deliveries, and overhead utility clearance has to be checked before scheduling. 03 Housing from the 1920s through the 1950s often has raised perimeter foundations with under-reinforced stem walls that need attention before a large addition ties in. 04 Mature street trees and dense rear-yard canopy limit crane picks and shade pool areas enough to change heater sizing and planting selection. Areas we serve in North Hollywood:NoHo Arts DistrictNorth Hollywood WestToluca Woods Investment #### What It Costs in North Hollywood Real Southern California price ranges, not teaser numbers. ##### New pool construction $70,000 to $150,000+ What moves it: size and shape, spa, water and fire features, decking material, automation, and how much access and grading the site needs ##### Pool remodel and resurfacing $15,000 to $45,000 What moves it: finish choice (plaster versus pebble or quartz), tile and coping replacement, new equipment, and whether the deck is being replaced at the same time ##### Paver patio and hardscape from about $13,000 What moves it: square footage, paver type, base preparation, drainage, and any steps or retaining involved Your lot, access and finishes set the price. We walk the site, then show you where every dollar goes. [Get a line-item price for your North Hollywood property](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/contact-us) The Process #### How We Work in North Hollywood 01 ##### Site Review We walk the property, check access, soil and slope, and confirm what the yard can actually take. 02 ##### Design & 3D You see the pool in 3D before anything is dug, with finishes, tile and decking chosen. 03 ##### Plans & Permits We draw the plans, handle engineering where the site needs it, and pull the permits. In North Hollywood that submittal goes to Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). 04 ##### Excavation & Shell Dig, steel, plumbing and gunite. This is where site access and grading matter most. 05 ##### Finishes Tile, coping, decking and your chosen interior finish go in. 06 ##### Startup & Handover We fill, balance the water, commission the equipment and walk you through every control. Questions #### What North Hollywood Homeowners Ask Who issues the permits for this work in North Hollywood? Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). LADBS is the permitting authority, and Valley projects are plan-checked and inspected through the Van Nuys Development Services Center. No coastal or hillside overlay applies on this section of the valley floor. Where a parcel falls in a CGS-mapped liquefaction zone (ZIMAS shows it), LADBS Information Bulletin P/BC 2026-044 still exempts one- and two-family dwellings, ADUs under three stories, and pools, spas and decks from the liquefaction-zone investigation, so soils report needs are settled with plan check. The city's protected tree and shrub ordinance covers oak, western sycamore, black walnut, California bay, Mexican elderberry and toyon at four cumulative inches of trunk diameter, and removal or encroachment needs an Urban Forestry permit. Pool barrier height, self-closing and self-latching gates and drowning-prevention features are verified at final inspection, and review durations vary. We prepare the drawings, make the submittal and handle plan-check corrections ourselves, so you are not the one chasing plan check. What makes building in North Hollywood different? Most parcels are compact rectangles with the house pushed toward the street and narrow side yards, leaving a modest but workable rear yard. Detached rear garages are common and are frequent conversion candidates. One local condition that shapes the work: Narrow side yards decide whether an excavator reaches the rear or the dig becomes a conveyor-and-hand-load operation. Which parts of North Hollywood do you work in? All of it, including NoHo Arts District, North Hollywood West and Toluca Woods. Our crews run every job out of our Cahuenga Pass base in Los Angeles, with our own people on site. What does a pool or spa project cost in North Hollywood? New pool construction: generally $70,000 to $150,000+ across Southern California. What moves it is size and shape, spa, water and fire features, decking material, automation, and how much access and grading the site needs. We give line-item pricing after seeing the site rather than quoting a number over the phone. How long does a pool remodel take? A straightforward replaster with new tile and coping usually runs three to five weeks. A full remodel that includes new decking, equipment and features typically runs eight to twelve weeks. Site access and permit timing are the two things that move that most. How long does a new pool take to build? Most new pool builds run about three to five months from permit to first swim. Hillside sites that need engineered retaining or difficult access sit at the longer end of that range. Should I replaster or fully remodel? If the shell and plumbing are sound and you only dislike the surface, replastering with new tile and coping is the efficient choice. If the equipment is aging, the deck is cracked or the shape no longer suits how you use the yard, a full remodel costs less than doing it in two separate phases. Do you self-perform the work? Yes. Our own crews handle the build rather than passing it to a rotating set of subs, which is why the schedule and the finish standard stay consistent. #### More Services in North Hollywood [Backyard & Outdoor Living in North Hollywood](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/services/exterior-remodeling/north-hollywood) [ADUs & Additions in North Hollywood](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/services/adus-additions/north-hollywood) [Everything we build in North Hollywood](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/service-areas/north-hollywood) #### Pool & Spa Remodeling Nearby [Pool & Spa Remodeling in Studio City](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/services/swimming-pool-spa/studio-city) [Pool & Spa Remodeling in Toluca Lake](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/services/swimming-pool-spa/toluca-lake) [Pool & Spa Remodeling in Burbank](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/services/swimming-pool-spa/burbank) [Pool & Spa Remodeling in Van Nuys](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/services/swimming-pool-spa/van-nuys) [Pool & Spa Remodeling in Sherman Oaks](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/services/swimming-pool-spa/sherman-oaks) [Pool & Spa Remodeling in Valley Village](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/services/swimming-pool-spa/valley-village) Planning Guides #### Before You Build in North Hollywood Costs, materials and process notes from our own projects. [North Hollywood Backyards: What Each Budget Buys North Hollywood backyard transformations run $55,000 to $175,000. The lots are modest, the housing stock is older, and the smartest money goes into shade, drainage and a properly sized panel. Read guide](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/articles/north-hollywood-backyard-transformation) [Building an ADU in North Hollywood and Van Nuys ADUs in North Hollywood and Van Nuys run $95,000 for a garage conversion to $380,000 for a detached two-bedroom. The lots are tight, the housing stock is old, and the utilities are the story. Read guide](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/articles/valley-adu-build-guide-north-hollywood-van-nuys) [Building a Pool in Northridge: Costs and Permits A new pool in Northridge typically runs $85,000 to $165,000 all-in with decking and equipment. The tract lots are generous, the soil is workable, and the real variables are access, spa and deck square footage. Read guide](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/articles/northridge-pool-building-guide) [Van Nuys Pool and Backyard Costs A new pool in Van Nuys runs $75,000 to $145,000, and a pool-plus-backyard package $110,000 to $220,000. Flat lots keep excavation honest; older service panels and gas meters are where budgets slip. Read guide](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/articles/van-nuys-pool-and-backyard-guide) #### Planning a Pool in North Hollywood? Sit down with your project manager and get an accurate estimate. We call you back within one business day. [Book a Consultation](https://www.remodelyourvibe.com/contact-us) [818-300-2393](tel:+18183002393) Licensed, bonded & insured · [CSLB license #1119054](https://www.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/LicenseDetail.aspx?LicNum=1119054) --- End of text part 1 of 1. This page is complete.