Pool & landscape builder in Dana Point.

What we build in Dana Point

Coastal exposure, wind and salt air shape every Dana Point project. We choose corrosion-resistant materials, coastal-tough plants and drainage that protects slopes and bluffs, and we plan the approvals from the first meeting.

Our services in Dana Point: the complete property, custom pools & spas, pool reshaping & remodeling, landscape design, hardscape & outdoor living, planting & irrigation, landscape lighting, drainage, difficult sites & challenging access, large-scale & complex projects, craftsmanship and precision, 3d renderings, pool houses, balconies & decks, pedestal paving systems, artificial turf & putting greens, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, fire features & fire pits, tennis & pickleball courts.

Planning your Dana Point project

Requirements depend on the property, jurisdiction and scope. We begin with a site visit, then coordinate the relevant agency review and required submittals as the project develops.

Building permits

The City of Dana Point issues building permits for pools, spas, walls, patio covers and utilities. Hillside and bluff projects often need soils and structural engineering.

Coastal zone

Much of Dana Point is in the coastal zone. Projects there may need a coastal development permit or exemption, and bluff-top lots can have extra setback and drainage requirements.

HOA review

Monarch Beach, Niguel Shores and other association-governed communities have architectural rules. We coordinate HOA review with the city’s permit requirements and the sequence required for your property.

Fire hazard zones

Dana Point is served by the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). Lots near open space and canyons may be in a mapped fire hazard zone, which affects planting and materials.

Water provider

Most of Dana Point is served by South Coast Water District, with some areas served by Moulton Niguel Water District.

Pool safety (statewide)

When a building permit is issued for a new pool or spa, or to remodel one, at a single-family home, California generally requires at least two qualifying drowning-prevention features. Some two-feature combinations are prohibited, and local rules can add requirements. A qualifying locking safety cover provides a statutory exception for a hot tub or spa. We confirm the applicable combination and any exception with the permitting authority. Source ↗

Pool heating energy rules (statewide)

Since January 1, 2026, new pool heating installations must generally use a qualifying primary heat source, such as a heat pump or solar, under California’s 2025 Title 24 energy standards. Read our pool energy code FAQs.

Water-efficient landscapes (statewide)

New landscapes of 500 square feet or more, or rehabilitated landscapes of 2,500 square feet or more, that need a building permit, plan check or design review must meet California’s Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) or the local version of it. Source ↗

Do you build pools and landscapes in Dana Point?

Yes. We design and build custom pools, spas and complete landscapes in Dana Point, including properties with ocean views, bluff-top and hillside conditions, and gated communities with HOA review. Coastal exposure, wind, salt air and coastal zone requirements influence plant choices, materials and approvals, and we plan for them from the start.

Sources and local agencies

• City of Dana Point ↗
• Orange County Fire Authority ↗
• CAL FIRE: Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps ↗

Local requirements can change. We review the current rules for the property address and proposed scope.