RESEDA CUSTOM HOME BUILDER & GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Built With Intention. Flat Lots, Room To Grow.
RESEDA HOMES ARE BUILT DIFFERENTLY
Heart Construction is a general contractor serving Reseda, specializing in custom homes, full renovations, and ADUs and additions for post-war ranch lots. We work side by side with homeowners, architects, engineers and designers through organized pre-construction, transparent budgeting and steady execution, so a family can stay put and still gain room.
Building in Reseda isn't simple.
LADBS reviews every ADU and addition, with zoning by LA City Planning. ADUs are approved ministerially through a building permit, and the Baseline Mansionization Ordinance caps floor area on single-family lots, which limits how large an addition or second story can be.
Parcels near Sherman Way and Reseda Boulevard may fall under a design overlay, and the 2026 ADU clocks and state-versus-city ADU rules do not always line up. Checking each parcel first, then sequencing the steps, keeps corrections down.
We guide the process so every decision feels informed, not reactive, and you see the rules, the budget and the schedule before design hardens.
From detached ADUs and garage conversions to primary-suite additions and kitchen and bath remodels on the flat streets around Reseda Park and Recreation Center, we bring the same structure and discipline we apply across the San Fernando Valley and every project in Los Angeles.
RECENT PROJECTS
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![Malibu Pier home interior featuring a warm modern living space with built-in seating, layered textures, custom wood furniture, and an open layout flowing into a minimalist kitchen, showcasing Heart Construction’s intentional coastal design.]()
MALIBU PIER
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![Pacific Palisades ocean-view backyard with custom pool, palm trees, lounge seating, and manicured lawn overlooking the Pacific coastline.]()
MALIBU
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![Marina del Rey home interior with warm modern design featuring a natural wood dining table, sculptural pendant lighting, plaster walls, and an open kitchen with custom cabinetry, showcasing Heart Construction’s intentional coastal craftsmanship.]()
MARINA DEL REY
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![Open-concept living room in a Hollywood Hills home remodel with folding glass walls, custom built-ins, soft neutral furnishings, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow overlooking canyon views, showcasing Heart Construction’s warm modern design.]()
HOLLYWOOD HILLS
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![Pacific Palisades luxury bathroom with freestanding soaking tub, marble walk-in shower, herringbone tile walls, and sculptural glass chandelier framed by natural light and greenery views.]()
BRENTWOOD
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![Pacific Palisades modern custom home with smooth stucco façade, black-framed windows, vertical wood garage door, and drought-tolerant landscaping.]()
MAR VISTA
OUR REMODELING SERVICES
At Heart Construction, we specialize in creating thoughtfully designed homes that reflect the way you live. From custom ground-up builds to full-scale renovations and refined living spaces, we guide every project with craftsmanship, clarity and care for homeowners in San Fernando, Porter Ranch, Shadow Hills and beyond.
OUR CONSTRUCTION COMPANY RESEDA PROCESS
PLAN
First a Strategic Visioning Session: A conversation about your goals, budget and timeline, and a frank read on what your Malibu site will allow. Complimentary.
TEAM
Second we assemble the architect, structural and geotechnical engineers, civil engineer, biologist and designers your project needs — matched to your style and site's constraints.
CALL
Third a Professional Services Agreement and a small retainer begin feasibility, permitting strategy, design coordination and line-by-line budgeting.
PERMITS
We assemble and file the complete CDP and building-permit package, coordinate Fire and Environmental Health reviews, and lock scope, finishes and schedule before groundbreaking.
CONSTRUCTION
Milestone-based build. Change orders are priced and approved in writing before work begins. You get a weekly update every week — progress, decisions needed, what's next.
CLOSEOUT
Finally Walkthrough with Final inspections, punch list, documentation and warranty handover. Payments are tied to completed milestones, never arbitrary percentages.
After you contact us, Within one business day, Asaf will call to understand your property and goals. If it's a fit, we schedule a site visit. There's no obligation and no pressure — just a clear picture of what's possible.
What to Know Before
You Build in Reseda
LADBS plan check sets the pace in Reseda. Routine permits take 2–6 months; projects that need Planning clearances, such as parcels under a design overlay, run 6–12 months. Construction for a custom home takes 10–16 months. The lever that protects your schedule is a complete first submittal — we assemble drawings, engineering and energy compliance before filing, so fewer correction rounds stall the review.
What It Costs
Costs here reflect post-war structures that often need electrical, plumbing and utility upgrades, plus city-required engineering and energy compliance. Custom homes typically run $500–$850+ per sq ft; whole-home renovations $350–$650+ per sq ft; detached ADUs $250,000–$500,000+; pools $120,000–$340,000+. Soft costs — design, surveys, structural engineering, energy calculations, permits — are additional. You receive a line-by-line budget before construction begins.
Permits & Local Rules
LADBS handles the permit, with zoning by LA City Planning. ADUs and garage conversions are approved ministerially through a building permit. The Baseline Mansionization Ordinance limits floor area on single-family lots, shaping every addition and second story. Parcels along Sherman Way and Reseda Boulevard may fall under the Reseda Central Business District design overlay, which adds review. We check each parcel in ZIMAS before design, so choices are made with the constraints known.
Where We Build in Reseda
Reseda Ranch, across the flat San Fernando Valley tract streets near Crebs Park. Reseda Ranch mixes older 1920s–30s homes among ranches, so we survey existing conditions closely, while parcels along the Reseda Boulevard and Sherman Way corridors bring design overlay review and multifamily neighbors, which changes what you can draw. Not sure which rules apply to your parcel? A feasibility review answers that in two to four weeks.
Meet the Builders Behind Your Project
Asaf Bar-Hen — Co-Founder & Developer Asaf leads design and development from concept to completion. His background spans 15 years in hospitality design, seven years in renewable energy and energy-efficient building, and real-estate work across the U.S., Asia and Central America. He leads every first call and brings a sustainability lens that aligns naturally with Malibu's coastal and fire-resilience standards.
Jason Aizenberg — Co-Founder Jason runs the operational side of every project — permits, design meetings, scheduling, subcontractor coordination and site logistics. Clients describe him as the person who "managed everything so we could focus on our family.”
California Contractors State License Board #1146456 — Class B General Building Contractor. Verify on CSLB ↗
25+ years of combined experience across high-end residential construction in Los Angeles
Frequently Asked Questions
About Renovation in Reseda
Do I need a permit for an ADU?
Yes. ADUs and garage conversions need an LADBS building permit, approved ministerially under LAMC 12.22 A.33 and ZA Memo 143, with no ADU between the house and the street. Parcels near Sherman Way and Reseda Boulevard may also face design overlay review, so we check zoning in ZIMAS first.
How long from design to build?
Routine LADBS permits take 2–6 months, and projects needing Planning clearances take 6–12 months. Construction runs 10–16 months for a custom home. A complete first submittal is the biggest lever because it cuts correction rounds. For smaller projects, see the ADU construction timeline guide.
Cost to build a home in Reseda?
Custom homes typically run $500–$850+ per sq ft. The upper end reflects utility upgrades, structural engineering and finish level on older lots. Soft costs such as design, engineering and permits are additional. You receive a line-by-line budget before construction begins.
How big can I build on my lot?
The Baseline Mansionization Ordinance caps floor area on single-family-zoned lots, including R1, RS and RE, which limits additions and second stories. The Reseda–West Van Nuys Community Plan also aims to protect stable single-family streets. We check your allowable floor area before design and keep your yard in the plan.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Heart Construction holds California Contractors State License Board license #1146456 and is bonded and insured for large-scale residential construction, major remodels and structural work. You can verify the license on the CSLB website.
Guides for Reseda homeowners:
- ADU Cost Los Angeles
- Cost to Build a Custom Home in Los Angeles (2026)
- Custom Home vs Remodel vs Rebuild in Los Angeles
Nearby areas we serve: San Fernando · Porter Ranch · Shadow Hills · Panorama City · Sherman Oaks · Pacoima
Region: All San Fernando Valley communities we serve · Everywhere we build