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General Contractor in Ojai, California
Serving the Ojai Valley Since 1994 · Licensed & Insured · Lic. #1027281
Ojai protects its character fiercely, and we build like we know it, because we do. Master Construction has worked in the Ojai Valley for over 30 years, remodeling and restoring homes that range from Mission Revival landmarks to hillside retreats. Our licensed crews (Lic. #1027281) build to Ojai's standards: quality materials, honest craftsmanship, and designs that belong in the valley.
Craftsmanship That Matches the Valley
You cannot drop a generic remodel into Ojai and expect it to fit. We work with the styles the valley is known for, stucco and tile, exposed timber, indoor outdoor living, and design updates that feel like they were always part of the house. When wildfire recovery or hardening is the goal, we build with defensible materials and details that protect without sacrificing beauty.
What We Build in Ojai
Ojai clients bring us whole home renovations, kitchen and bath remodels, custom home projects, outdoor living and hardscaping, painting, and water damage restoration. One licensed team from design through the final coat.
Building in the City of Ojai
Ojai is a city of about 7,500 in a mountain valley famous for its pink sunsets, its arts community, and a longstanding commitment to keeping chain stores out and local character in. Building here involves thoughtful design review and permits through Ojai City Hall, and projects near the hillsides carry fire zone requirements. We handle all of it. For city services and permit information, visit the City of Ojai official website.
Also serving Ventura and Santa Paula.
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Permits and Plan Check in Ojai
Ojai's building counter is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, for submittals only. Questions for the building inspector are handled in a narrow window, between 8am and 9am Monday to Thursday, or by email — so a quick clarification needs planning around.
The city asks for plan sets folded to letter size with the title block facing out, and it turns away incomplete applications or poor quality drawings rather than starting review. Given how closely Ojai guards its architectural character, design review is usually the longer part of the process, not the structural check.
Ojai Community Development: (805) 646-5581 · Building and Safety Division
Ojai - FAQ
When can I actually reach the Ojai building inspector?
In a narrow window. Questions for the building inspector are handled between 8am and 9am Monday to Thursday, or by email, so a quick clarification needs planning around.
Why would Ojai turn away my application?
The city rejects incomplete applications or poor quality drawings rather than starting review. Plan sets need to be folded to letter size with the title block facing out.
What takes longest on an Ojai project?
Design review, usually, rather than the structural check. Ojai guards its architectural character closely, and that is where the time goes.
Who do I contact about an Ojai permit?
Ojai Community Development on (805) 646-5581. The building counter is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, for submittals only.