Your Local Building Permit Service: How to Navigate the Process

Navigating building permits can feel complex, especially when design documents, municipal reviews, consultants, and contractors must stay coordinated. Ortiz Mexia Projects, Inc. helps homeowners move from residential design through permit procurement and construction guidance across Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley, with thoughtful support tailored to each project and jurisdiction.

Architect reviewing residential building permit plans at a desk

Our Building Permit Services

Coordinated residential design and permitting support for projects from initial concepts through construction completion.

Permit Procurement

Ortiz Mexia Projects, Inc. assists with building permit procurement for single-family homes through four-unit residential buildings, coordinating documentation and communication with relevant municipal agencies.

Residential Design

Full-service custom residential design supports new homes, remodels, additions, and alterations while aligning architectural decisions with permitting and construction requirements.

Remodel Permits

For residential renovations and historical preservation projects, the firm helps coordinate design, permit support, consultants, contractors, and the path toward project completion.

Coordinated Permit Support

Move From Plans To Approved Work

Building permit procurement is integrated with the broader design process, helping homeowners, consultants, and contractors work from coordinated information. Ortiz Mexia Projects, Inc. supports residential projects across greater Los Angeles, including Santa Monica and Beverly Hills, as well as Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley. The firm remains involved through design, permitting, construction guidance, and Certificate of Occupancy.

Architect coordinating residential permit plans and project documents
The Ortiz Mexia Difference

Why Choose Ortiz Mexia Projects, Inc.?

Get design-led permit support grounded in coordination, clarity, and thoughtful residential architecture.

Integrated Design

Architecture, interiors, cabinetry, and built-ins can be coordinated within one comprehensive residential design practice.

Municipal Guidance

The firm assists clients and project partners through permitting requirements across its established Los Angeles and Colorado service areas.

Hands-On Collaboration

Clients, consultants, agencies, and contractors receive coordinated support throughout design, permitting, and construction phases.

Timeless Approach

Projects are shaped around elegant, sustainable solutions rather than short-lived trends or disconnected permit decisions.

Meet The Ortiz Mexia Team

Led by Santiago Ortiz, the practice brings architectural and fine arts experience to residential projects.

Portrait of Santiago Ortiz, Principal and Founder of Ortiz Mexia Projects, Inc.

Santiago Ortiz

Assoc. AIA, Principal

Santiago Ortiz is the founder and principal of Ortiz Mexia Projects, Inc., an architecture and design practice serving Los Angeles and Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley. Born and raised in Colombia, Santiago moved to Providence, Rhode Island, to pursue his passion for design, graduating from the Rhode Island School of Design in 1999 with degrees in Architecture and Fine Arts. After relocating to Los Angeles, he honed his craft at small architecture firms specializing in high-end custom residences and boutique commercial spaces before founding his own practice in 2006. Santiago is an Associate Member of The American Institute of Architects and brings a timeless, elegant sensibility to every project, from custom furniture and built-ins to full-scale residential construction. His work has been featured in Interior Design Magazine and the Los Angeles Times, reflecting his commitment to thoughtful, well-crafted design.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the requirements to obtain a building permit?

Requirements vary by project type and jurisdiction, but residential permit applications commonly involve coordinated design drawings, project information, and supporting documentation requested by the reviewing municipality. Additions, remodels, new homes, and properties in preservation areas may involve different review considerations. Ortiz Mexia Projects, Inc. helps organize the design and permitting process and coordinates with clients, consultants, contractors, and municipal agencies.

What types of residential projects can you help permit?

Which areas do you serve for building permit procurement?

Can you help with permits for a remodel or home addition?

Do you assist with new home construction permits?

Can you help with a Los Angeles wildfire rebuild permit?

How involved are you after the permit is approved?

How do I begin discussing my building permit needs?

Still Have Permit Questions?

Speak with the studio about your residential project and permitting needs.

Our Service Areas

Permit and residential design support is available across listed communities in Southern California and Colorado.

Greater Los Angeles

Service Area

Roaring Fork Valley

Colorado Region

By Appointment

Availability

Is Your Project In Our Area?

Contact the studio to discuss location, scope, and available permitting support.

Experience & Recognition

Awards and Recognition

Associate AIA membership recognition

Associate AIA Membership

Professional membership held by principal Santiago Ortiz.

Interior Design Magazine feature recognition

Interior Design Magazine

Firm work has been featured in a respected design publication.

Los Angeles Times design feature recognition

Los Angeles Times Feature

Residential design work has received regional media coverage.

Start With A Clearer Permit Plan

Share your project details and schedule an appointment to discuss design and building permit support.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (310) 600-0241.