Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Civil Engineering Partner in Thousand Oaks
Pacific Coast Civil is a full-service civil engineering, land planning, and surveying firm headquartered in Thousand Oaks, serving Southern California. Founded in 1996 by Richard Doss, our team brings over 35 years of experience navigating complex project constraints while meeting local government requirements and design standards. We specialize in hillside developments, fire rebuilds, and commercial projects, offering an integrated approach that combines technical precision with a hands-on, client-focused philosophy. Our in-house team of civil engineers, surveyors, and permit specialists collaborates seamlessly to deliver topographic surveys, grading designs, stormwater compliance plans, and full permit processing under one roof.We pride ourselves on being more than consultantswe are your project partner from start to finish, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and peace of mind through tailored solutions that reflect your vision. With strong relationships with local agencies, we streamline approvals and address site-specific challenges, from wildfire recovery to urban infill developments. Our mission is to deliver innovative engineering and sustainable solutions that support lasting communities across Southern California.
Services
Grading & Drainage Design
Stormwater Management
Land Planning
Surveying
Wildfire Rebuild Engineering
Permit Processing
Erosion Control Plans
Hillside Site Planning
Boundary Surveys
ADA Compliance Design
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- Our in-house team of engineers, planners, and surveyors minimizes delays and ensures clarity.
- We provide end-to-end project lifecycle support under one roof.
- Specialized expertise in Southern California's unique challenges like fire zones and hillsides.
- Strong local relationships with city and county departments expedite permits.
- Technical excellence combined with a personalized, client-focused approach.
What people say
Technical expertise
Efficient permitting
Personalized service
Strong local knowledge
Reliable partnerships
Services
Wildfire Rebuild Engineering
We specialize in wildfire rebuild engineering, offering full-service civil design and permitting support for fire-damaged properties. Our team navigates post-fire processes in Malibu, Los Angeles, and Ventura County, providing grading plans, stormwater compliance, and agency coordination. With decades of experience, we streamline approvals and ensure code-compliant, cost-effective solutions for homeowners and architects recovering from wildfires.
Land Planning
Our land planning services bridge vision and feasibility, supporting developers and homeowners through zoning, site constraints, and agency approvals. We deliver site feasibility studies, subdivision mapping, and entitlement support, specializing in hillside and coastal projects. Our team ensures compliance with local regulations while optimizing land use for residential, commercial, and industrial developments across Southern California.
Surveying
Our in-house surveying team provides precise data for residential, commercial, and fire-rebuild projects. Services include boundary and topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS standards, construction staking, and as-built documentation. We support due diligence, design, and construction phases with accurate measurements, ensuring projects meet regulatory requirements and field conditions for successful development.
Stormwater Management
We design stormwater management systems compliant with MS4 permit regulations, including biofiltration, infiltration, and water quality capture methods. Our solutions address hydrology and hydraulic analysis for detention sizing, culvert design, and flood control. These systems mitigate runoff risks while ensuring environmental compliance for residential, commercial, and wildfire rebuild projects across Southern California.
Permit Processing
We handle end-to-end permit processing, coordinating directly with local agencies to streamline approvals. Our team specializes in fire rebuild permits, zoning compliance, and technical submittals, reducing bottlenecks for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. By maintaining strong relationships with city and county departments, we ensure timely permits while addressing site-specific constraints and regulatory requirements.
People
Richard Doss
Founder
Richard Doss founded Pacific Coast Civil in 1996, bringing over 35 years of experience in civil engineering and land development. He specializes in navigating complex regulatory environments and site-specific challenges across Southern California, ensuring projects meet compliance standards while prioritizing client needs and community impact.
Questions
What wildfire rebuild services do you offer?
We provide full-service civil engineering for fire-damaged properties, including grading plans, stormwater compliance, and permit coordination in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
Do you handle land planning for residential projects?
Yes, we offer site feasibility studies, subdivision mapping, and entitlement support for residential developments, including hillside and coastal properties.
How do you streamline the permitting process?
Our in-house team coordinates directly with local agencies, leveraging strong relationships to expedite approvals for fire rebuilds and land development projects.
What surveying services are available?
We provide boundary surveys, topographic mapping, construction staking, and as-built documentation to support all project phases across Southern California.
Do you work with commercial developers?
Yes, we support commercial projects with stormwater management, site design, and compliance solutions tailored to regulatory requirements and site constraints.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Los Angeles County, Ventura County, and surrounding regions in Southern California, specializing in wildfire rebuilds and complex land development.
