The Design Review Committee
All new homes, all two-story additions and some one-story additions go to the Design Review Committee, which meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Plan for it in the schedule.
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General contractor in San Marino, CA
Our office is in San Marino, on Huntington Drive. Building here takes more care than almost anywhere in the valley: most exterior work goes before the Design Review Committee, and even a new roof or new windows can need its approval.
From a client in San Marino.
“Chris and his crew did a fantastic job.”
Building in San Marino: what to know.
Roofs and windows have approved lists
A reroof or new windows in a material that is not on the city's pre-approved lists needs Design Review Committee approval too, so we pick from the lists unless you want something else.
Source: sanmarinoca.govEvery established tree is protected
Removing an established tree needs a permit, even if the tree is dead.
Source: sanmarinoca.govMost permits are in person
Only roofing, electrical and plumbing permits are issued online. Everything else, including plan check, is handled at the counter with paper plans, and there are no building inspections on Fridays.
Source: sanmarinoca.govChecked October 2026. Rules and fees change, so we confirm the current requirements with San Marino Community Development at the start of every job.
What we build in San Marino.
Residential Construction
Ground-up homes and whole-property builds.
ADUs & Additions
Add living space, rental income, or a home for family.
Commercial Construction
Tenant improvements and high-end renovations.
Kitchen Remodeling
The heart of the house, rebuilt around how you live.
Bathroom Remodeling
Spa tubs, walk-in showers, custom finishes.
Complete Remodels
Full-house updates and phased renovations.