Updated: Jul 07, 2026
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Address
270 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA, 92024
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Ben Leland Construction, Inc.
Ben Leland is a third-generation builder who brings years of craftsmanship and expertise to your project, as well as a true love for his trade.
Ben Leland Construction, Inc. is a family owned, San Diego County General Contractor, based in Encinitas. We specialize in Custom Home Construction, Complete Home Remodeling/Renovations, Home Additions, and Accessory Dwelling Units, or Backyard Cottages.
We run our business on the family principles we live with every day: trust, partnership, authenticity, and ethics. We have built a reputation for honesty and excellence among the many General Contractors in the San Diego area. Whether you are looking to build a custom home, remodel, add to your current home, or build a Backyard Cottage on your lot, Ben Leland Construction is the right choice.
We look forward to working with you!
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Ben Leland Construction, Inc. at 270 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024, held a General Contractor license (#770409) with the Oceanside contractors license board with an expiration date of 02-28-2026. We last verified the license was expired on 07-06-2026.
Their BuildZoom score is 0 because we haven’t been able to verify an active license. As a result, they’re not ranked in the top 50% of 336,931 California contractors.
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Ben Leland Construction, Inc. Contact Information
Phone Number: (760) 436-1506
Address: 270 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
Ben Leland Construction, Inc. Encinitas
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Activity
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16 projects
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2025 |
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17 projects
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2024 |
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14 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Ben Leland Construction, Inc. has worked on at least
47.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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12 projects
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New Constructions |
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5 projects
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Home Additions |
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3 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Ben Leland Construction, Inc. mostly works on
new construction
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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5 projects
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< $5k |
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5 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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2 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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4 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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26 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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2 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $135,132. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Ben Leland Construction, Inc.
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
New primary residential structure single family dwelling or mh - plan check-permit
2025-09-26
Cross street: monte vista dr foundation: slab description of work: 2728 sqft single family dwelling 574 sqft attach garage w attach storage 405 sqft attach patio cover 200a msp 500gal lpg and temp power 10/30/2025: plan change see c of a for details - cv 10/27/25 plan change see c of a aw 8/25/2025: courtesy plan check extension per jb. new plan check expiration date: 2/24/2026 - tj 6... see more
Valuation:
$400,133
Permit #:
PDS2024-RESPRI-000238
Status:
issued
Fee:
$22,159
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Multiple permits: adu. adu (bldr-023400-2022) garage (bldr-023401-2022 ) garage (bldr-023402-2022) construction of 2 new adus each over a new garage
Valuation:
$241,400
Permit #:
BLDR-023397-2022
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Trade permit for residential alteration & repair - mep mechanical | electrical | plumbing
2023-02-08
499 sf adu-new construction. run conduit for electrical and low voltage from adu to side of garage at entry. run gas line through garage and exit out wall next to meter and connect. upgrade existing panel with new 225 amp surface mounted panel for underground service
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
MEPR-024050-2023
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construction of a new two-story single family residence with attached 3-car garage one-story art studio
Valuation:
$418,021
Permit #:
BLDR-012089-2020
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
52 sf garage addition and 610 sf 2nd story adu under separate permit [bldr-032824-2024]
Valuation:
$175,000
Permit #:
BLDR-032867-2024
Status:
plancheck
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New residential detached accessory structure - plan check-permit
2024-09-25
Cross street: el camino real foundation: slab description of work: 1200 sqft detached adu with 100 amp msp 160 sqft (40 lf x 4 ft max height) county standard retaining wall w sloping backfill for existing single family dwelling main single family dwelling address- 1557 rancho serena 12/16/2024: plan change. see coa for details. ep
Valuation:
$168,328
Permit #:
PDS2024-RESACC-000280
Status:
complete
Fee:
$18,106
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Detached guest house converted from an existing accessory dwelling unit (adu). the new guest house will consist of a great room with a kitchenette a bathroom and an office. the exterior will be updated to a beach-modern aesthetic
Valuation:
$64,000
Permit #:
BLDR-023159-2022
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Accessory dwelling unit (adu) over existing two car garage. remodeling of residence to include a kitchen upgrade window and door replacement roof material replacement refinishing of interior materials painting throughout the residence
Valuation:
$50,698
Permit #:
BLDR-024673-2023
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
-new 2nd story adu -new covered patio under new adu w bbq
Valuation:
$550,000
Permit #:
BLDR-029980-2024
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Trade permit for residential electrical service change - mep electrical
2023-05-15
Install new 400-amp single meter panel to adu overhead feed. run conduit from new 400-amp panel to existing homes panel. change out existing meter/panel to new 200-amp surface mounted sub panel
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
MEPR-025958-2023
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New construction of a detached adu
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
BLDR-033293-2024
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Miringoff: new adu (998 sf) with patio (468 sf)
Valuation:
$189,112
Permit #:
CBR2025-0523
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Second dwelling unit
Building Type:
N/A
610 sf 2nd story adu and 52 sf garage addition under separate permit [bldr-032867-2024]
Valuation:
$175,000
Permit #:
BLDR-032824-2024
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construction of a 745 sf detached adu - dps pradu plan 2 bed/2 bathroom. stucco exterior
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
BLDR-023283-2022
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Pradu - detached dzn 2 bedroom/2 bathroom 990 sf
Valuation:
$225,000
Permit #:
BLDR-030205-2024
Status:
issued
Fee:
$0
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Leland: 1200 sf detached 1 adu with 212 sf covered patio
Valuation:
$214,017
Permit #:
CBR2024-1426
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Second dwelling unit
Building Type:
N/A
628 sf addition on the rear of the existing residence. addition to be a new family room and dining room. remodel existing kitchen convert 50 sf of the garage to living space and addition 77 sf to front of garage
Valuation:
$75,000
Permit #:
BLDR-016031-2021
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
615 sf attached adu 1 bed & bathroom includes 170 sf garage
Valuation:
$175,000
Permit #:
BLDG24-1710
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,054
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Proposed detached adu
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
BLDR-023403-2022
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Accessory dwelling unit (adu & jadu) residential
2022-05-24
One story detached accessory dwelling unit (adu) to be created from an existing one story garage and a new addition
Valuation:
$125,000
Permit #:
BLDR-015410-2021
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Inactive License
| License # | 770409 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Oceanside |
| Type | Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- According to the City of Oceanside, CA, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Suretec Indemnity Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | State Compensation Insurance Fund |
119
Permits
- Building permit records show that Ben Leland Construction, Inc. has worked on 119 permitted projects.
Ben Leland Construction, Inc. Employees
BL
Benjamin Earle Leland
Rmo/Ceo/Pres
SL
Stacey Louise Leland
Officer