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ADU design-build · BurbankADUs in Burbank
Post-war homes on regular lots, close to the studios: Burbank is a strong market for ADUs rented to professionals or used by family.
What applies to your lot
Building an ADU in Burbank
Who approves your ADU
City of Burbank: the Community Development Department and its Building & Safety Division review ADUs. State law applies everywhere: a decision within 60 days of a complete application, no public hearing, and at least 800 sq ft with 4 ft side and rear setbacks.
Burbank Preapproved ADU Program
Since December 2024, Burbank offers a library of preapproved ADU plans (BPAP) to shorten permit issuance.
What the program allows
For now, the program does not accept added spaces or extensions to the preapproved designs. For a custom layout, the standard review applies.
Toward the hills
Lots near the Verdugo Mountains can face fire-zone and slope conditions. We check your parcel first.
California law, everywhere
The rules every city must respect
800 sq ft
Every city must allow at least an 800 sq ft detached ADU with 4 ft setbacks.
4 ft
Maximum side and rear setback for a new detached ADU.
750 sq ft
No impact fees up to this size.
60 days
To approve or deny a complete application, without a hearing.
Ideas for your lot
Plans that suit Burbank lots
1 bedroom
One-bedroom with kitchen island
1 bed1 bath
2 bedrooms
Compact two-bedroom
2 beds1 bath
FAQ
ADU questions in Burbank
Who approves an ADU in Burbank?
The City of Burbank, not Los Angeles, even though it sits next to the San Fernando Valley.
Can I change a preapproved plan?
Not within the program at this time. Changes move the project to the standard review, which we handle for you.
Do you come to my property?
Yes. The visit is free: we look at the lot, the access and the utilities, then give you a realistic estimate.
Nearby areasGlendaleSan Fernando ValleyPasadena
Free feasibility call
Book a free 15-minute feasibility call
A project lead reviews your address, tells you what your lot can hold and gives you a first look at your financing eligibility.
What you get
- Free, with no obligation
- A clear answer on what your lot can hold
- A first look at financing eligibility, by phone or at your property
- A site visit only if it makes sense
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Service areas
Serving homeowners across Los Angeles
Los Angeles, the South Bay and Orange County, within about 40 miles of Paramount. Farther on request.
Service areas
ADU rules, city by city
Permits, fire and coastal zones, pre-approved plans: see what applies in the 36 cities we serve.
Central Los AngelesSan Fernando ValleyThousand OaksSimi ValleyParamountWest AdamsMid-CityCulver CityLong BeachDowneyWhittierNorwalkTorranceInglewoodComptonCarsonAnaheimSanta AnaIrvineHuntington BeachPasadenaGlendaleBurbankRialto (on request)Garden GroveOrangeFullertonCosta MesaNewport BeachTustinSherman OaksEncinoVan NuysWoodland HillsNorthridgeCalabasas