Building & Renovation
Construction costs, approvals, and the teardown versus remodel decision in San Diego luxury markets.
August 31, 2026
Construction bid prices after a wildfire can double or triple almost overnight. Scott Union explains why, and what it means for building near San Diego right now.
August 31, 2026
The Rancho Santa Fe Art Jury approval process now requires finished working drawings before it will review a project. Scott Union explains what changed and why.
August 31, 2026
The cost to build a custom home in San Diego now exceeds a thousand dollars a foot. Scott Union explains why gutting an existing house often wins on price.