Project Tools33°46′ N · 118°22′ W
Free tools to plan your Palos Verdes project.
Use these before calling anyone — get realistic cost ranges, see how long the work actually takes, check what a guest house looks like on your lot, and find out whether your scope and budget are the same project.
Available tools
Start with real numbers.
Each tool uses public data and Peninsula-calibrated benchmarks. Outputs are planning estimates — not engineering advice or binding bids.
Project cost estimator
Calibrated cost ranges for PV remodels, additions, ADUs, and new construction — including the terrain factor, permit costs, and HOA submission fees specific to this area.
ADU feasibility guide
Enter your city, lot size, existing floor area and proposed ADU size to see which ADU options may fit your lot.
Permit pathway checker
See which city and HOA approvals your project needs — RPV, PV Estates, and Rolling Hills each have distinct processes. Know the timeline before you commit to drawings.
Project readiness checklist
Answer 8 questions about your project and get a readiness score — budget clarity, site access, HOA status, and design decisions that most affect whether a project runs smoothly.
Scope-budget alignment tool
Check whether your stated budget and scope are realistic for PV terrain and finish standards — before you invest in architectural drawings.
Indoor-outdoor design planner
Work out where the glass, the terrace and the outdoor kitchen should go on your lot — orientation, afternoon sun, prevailing wind off the water, and privacy from neighbours.
Cost estimator
Peninsula project cost estimator
Cost bands calibrated for Palos Verdes — terrain, access, permits and HOA review all factored in.
Schedule
Project timeline planner
How long your project really takes end to end, including the approval time each Peninsula city needs.
Second units
ADU & guest house feasibility
What a second unit looks like on your lot — state ADU rules, HOA standards, setbacks and parking.
Reality check
Scope & budget alignment
Find out whether what you want and what you have budgeted are the same project — before drawings.
Tool FAQ
How these tools work
Are these tools free?
Yes. All tools are free to use, with no signup required. They're here to help you plan — not to generate leads or push you toward a call.
Are the outputs binding estimates or engineering advice?
No. All outputs are planning estimates based on public data and regional benchmarks. They are not engineering advice or construction bids. Use them to plan smarter and ask better questions.
How accurate are the cost estimates?
Our cost ranges are calibrated to recent PV residential and commercial projects. They include Peninsula-specific factors — site access, HOA submission fees, and permit costs — that generic LA calculators miss. Treat them as informed planning ranges, not final bids.
What if I want to talk through my project?
Use the form below. We'll come back within two business days with a realistic outline of scope, timeline, and cost for your specific project.
Start Your Project
Ready to move from planning to building?
Tell us about your project — type, location, and rough scope. We'll come back within two business days with a realistic picture of cost, timeline, and next steps.
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