620 El Medio Ave, Pacific Palisades: New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) After the 2025 Fire
New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 620 El Medio Ave, Pacific Palisades, after the January 2025 Palisades Fire: the City of Los Angeles issued the building permit on February 2, 2026 with a stated construction value of under $250K, and the rebuild is with the mechanical, electrical and interior trades at work (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 | 620 El Medio Ave, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA |
| City permit address | 620 N El Medio Ave |
| Rebuild | New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) |
| What the plans show | detached garage, accessory dwelling unit, pool or spa, fire sprinklers throughout |
| Rebuild track | Like-for-like rebuild (the City's expedited track under Emergency Executive Order 1) |
| Building permit issued | February 2, 2026 |
| Status | With the mechanical, electrical and interior trades at work (Builtie's estimate) |
| Stated construction value | under $250K |
| Builder named on the permits | Willow Group Inc The |
| Permits at this address since the fire | 6 |
The facts above are read from the City of Los Angeles building permits filed for 620 El Medio Ave since the January 2025 Palisades Fire. Owners and permit numbers are left out.
Permit timeline
| Issued | Permit | Status |
|---|---|---|
| February 2, 2026 | New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) | Issued |
| May 12, 2026 | Addition: revision to an earlier permit | Issued |
| May 28, 2026 | Pool and spa: revision to an earlier permit | Issued |
| May 28, 2026 | Repair or alteration: revision to an earlier permit | Issued |
| May 28, 2026 | Grading: revision to an earlier permit | Issued |
| August 13, 2026 | Fence or garden wall | Issued |
6 permits since February 2, 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
620 El Medio Ave is with the mechanical, electrical and interior trades at work (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 |
|---|---|
| Fire Protection | 25% to 50% |
| Signage and Wayfinding | 25% to 70% |
| Insulation | 30% to 55% |
| Drywall | 35% to 60% |
| Low Voltage and Data | 35% to 60% |
| Tile | 45% to 65% |
| Cabinetry and Millwork | 50% to 70% |
| Flooring | 50% to 70% |
| Countertops | 55% to 75% |
| Finish Carpentry | 55% to 75% |
Other rebuilds on El Medio Ave
- 536 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, framing
- 548 El Medio Ave: New garage, complete
- 614 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, interior trades
- 622 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, framing
- 650 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, likely complete
- 654 El Medio Ave: New single-family home, complete
- 657 El Medio Ave: Home repair or alteration, finaled
- 660 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 620 El Medio Ave, Pacific Palisades?
New accessory dwelling unit (ADU) (detached garage, accessory dwelling unit, pool or spa, fire sprinklers throughout), permitted February 2, 2026 after the January 2025 Palisades Fire.
What is the status of the rebuild at 620 El Medio Ave?
It is with the mechanical, electrical and interior trades at work (Builtie's estimate), read October 20, 2026.
Is 620 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 620 El Medio Ave?
Willow Group Inc The 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.