Second-Story Addition Cost in Los Angeles and Ventura County (2026)
A second story addition in Los Angeles typically costs $250K to $500K+ in 2026. See what drives the price, engineering, permits and when going up beats building out.
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Room additions, second stories and bump-outs: what they cost, how permits work and how to plan them.

A second story addition in Los Angeles typically costs $250K to $500K+ in 2026. See what drives the price, engineering, permits and when going up beats building out.
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