New construction and land
Building on this coast is rewarding and complex. We help you buy the right land and assemble the right team.
Overview
Land in Montecito, Hope Ranch and the foothills is scarce, and the path from purchase to permit can be long. Coastal zone rules, design review boards, fire requirements and water availability all shape what can be built.
Before you buy, we bring in architects, civil engineers and land use consultants to confirm feasibility. After purchase, we stay involved as your advocate, introducing builders and designers we trust.
What is included
- Buildable lot search including off-market land
- Feasibility review with architects and engineers
- Water, septic, fire and coastal zone assessment
- Design review and permit timeline guidance
- Builder and architect introductions
- Sale of completed spec and custom homes
How it works
Vision
We understand what you want to build and your budget for land and construction.
Land search
Lots screened for zoning, utilities, slope, views and hazards.
Feasibility
Experts confirm what can be built before you commit.
Build team
Introductions to architects and builders who fit the project.
Why clients choose this service
Avoid costly mistakes
Feasibility first, so you do not buy land you cannot build on.
Local knowledge
Experience with Montecito and county design review boards.
A strong team
Trusted professionals who deliver on time and on budget.
Resale insight
Advice on design choices that hold value.
Fees, terms and timing
Everything is agreed in writing before work begins. No surprises at closing.
- Permit timeline
- Often 12 to 24 months for a new estate in Montecito, before construction begins.
- Water availability
- Water meters and well rights vary by district and can affect value significantly.
- Construction cost
- Custom homes here often run $1,000 to $1,800 per square foot, depending on finishes and site.
Frequently asked
All questionsIt is rare, but lots and teardown opportunities do come up, often privately.
Yes. We introduce two or three firms whose style and budget fit your project.
It reviews new construction and major remodels in Montecito for size, bulk, scale and neighborhood compatibility. Its input shapes most projects.
Related services
- Seller representationA pricing strategy grounded in data, preparation that pays for itself, and a launch that reaches the right buyers worldwide.
- Buyer representationExclusive representation that finds the right home, including ones that never reach the market, and negotiates it well.
- Off-market and private salesQuiet transactions for sellers who value privacy and buyers who want access before the market.