505 El Medio Ave, Pacific Palisades: New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) After the 2025 Fire
New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 505 El Medio Ave, Pacific Palisades, after the January 2025 Palisades Fire: the City of Los Angeles issued the building permit on April 23, 2026 with a stated construction value of under $250K, and the rebuild is with the structure going up (Builtie's estimate). Builtie tracks every Palisades rebuild permit, the stage of each build and the builder behind it.
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The rebuild
| Address | 505 El Medio Ave, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA |
| City permit address | 505 N El Medio Ave |
| Rebuild | New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) |
| What the plans show | 2 storeys, accessory dwelling unit, fire sprinklers throughout |
| Rebuild track | Like-for-like rebuild (the City's expedited track under Emergency Executive Order 1) |
| Building permit issued | April 23, 2026 |
| Status | With the structure going up (Builtie's estimate) |
| Stated construction value | under $250K |
| Builder named on the permits | Artisan Pacific Homes Inc |
| Permits at this address since the fire | 1 |
The facts above are read from the City of Los Angeles building permits filed for 505 El Medio Ave since the January 2025 Palisades Fire. Owners and permit numbers are left out.
Permit timeline
| Issued | Permit | Status |
|---|---|---|
| April 23, 2026 | New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) | Issued |
1 permit since April 23, 2026. A typical rebuild runs demolition and debris clearance, grading and retaining walls, the new building, then the pool and site work.
Where it stands
505 El Medio Ave is with the structure going up (Builtie's estimate).
At that stage these trades are inside their award window, the stretch of the build when the builder decides who gets the work:
| Trade | Award window |
|---|---|
| Construction Site Security | Before the start to 15% |
| Painting | 5% to 35% |
| Masonry | 10% to 30% |
| Waterproofing | 10% to 35% |
| Roofing | 15% to 35% |
| Windows, Doors and Glazing | 15% to 35% |
| Electrical | 20% to 45% |
| HVAC and Mechanical | 20% to 45% |
| Plumbing | 20% to 45% |
| Fire Protection | 25% to 50% |
Other rebuilds on El Medio Ave
- 500 El Medio Ave: Home repair or alteration, interior trades
- 501 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, framing
- 507 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, framing
- 514 El Medio Ave: New accessory dwelling unit (ADU), framing
- 516 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, foundation
- 530 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, framing
- 534 El Medio Ave: New accessory dwelling unit (ADU), interior trades
- 536 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, framing
All of them: fire rebuilds on El Medio Ave. Every street: the Pacific Palisades fire rebuild tracker.
For contractors
Builtie tracks every Palisades rebuild permit as it is issued, estimates where each build stands, and names the builder behind it, so a trade can reach them while its part of the job is still open. The decision makers and their verified contacts are in Builtie.
Plans
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Frequently asked questions
What is being built at 505 El Medio Ave, Pacific Palisades?
New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) (2 storeys, accessory dwelling unit, fire sprinklers throughout), permitted April 23, 2026 after the January 2025 Palisades Fire.
What is the status of the rebuild at 505 El Medio Ave?
It is with the structure going up (Builtie's estimate), read October 20, 2026.
Is 505 El Medio Ave a like-for-like rebuild?
Yes. The City marked its permit eligible for the expedited like-for-like track.
Who is building 505 El Medio Ave?
Artisan Pacific Homes Inc is named on the permits. The decision makers and contacts are in Builtie.
What does Builtie cost?
Starter is $79 per seat per month (CAD) for 20 projects; Growth is $99 for 50 projects and adds LinkedIn and email outreach. There is a 7-day free trial with 10 projects.