Pool & landscape builder in Huntington Beach.

What we build in Huntington Beach

Near the coast, sandy soils and a shallow water table can affect pool excavation and structure, so we evaluate them during design. We use coastal-tolerant plants and corrosion-resistant materials for beach-area homes.

Our services in Huntington Beach: 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 Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach issues building permits for pools, spas, walls and outdoor structures.

Coastal zone

Properties near the ocean and Huntington Harbour may be in the coastal zone, where a coastal development permit or exemption can be required before building permits.

Soils and groundwater

Coastal and harbor-area lots can have sandy soils or high groundwater. Soils information and the right pool structure prevent problems later.

Fire and water

Huntington Beach has its own fire department and its own city water utility.

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 Huntington Beach?

Yes. We design and build pools and landscapes in Huntington Beach, from Huntington Harbour to inland neighborhoods. Properties near the coast may involve coastal zone review, sandy soils or a shallow water table, which we evaluate during design. Coastal-tolerant plants and corrosion-resistant materials are important considerations for beach-area homes.

Sources and local agencies

• City of Huntington Beach ↗
• California Coastal Commission: Local Coastal Programs ↗
• CAL FIRE: Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps ↗

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