1 bedroom
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Hillside streets, Spanish-style homes and dense neighborhoods near downtown: Glendale rewards an ADU designed with the slope and the fire rules in mind.
What applies to your lot
Building an ADU in Glendale
Who approves your ADU
City of Glendale: ADUs on single-family lots follow Section 30.34.080 of the Glendale Municipal Code. A Planning clearance comes before the building submittal. 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.
Fire zones
According to the Glendale Fire Department, if any part of a parcel is in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, the whole parcel is treated as such: Class A roof, ignition-resistant materials and defensible space.
Above 800 sq ft
An ADU larger than 800 sq ft must also meet the base zone standards, such as lot coverage. It often decides whether a 1,000 sq ft unit fits.
Slopes
Hillside lots can require soils reports and more structure. We assess this at the visit, before any design.
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 Glendale lots
2 bedrooms
Compact two-bedroom
2 beds1 bath
Two-story
One-bedroom above a garage
1 bed1 bath
FAQ
ADU questions in Glendale
Who approves an ADU in Glendale?
The City of Glendale: Planning first, then the Building & Safety Division.
Is my lot in a fire zone?
We check the official maps for your parcel. If part of it is in the zone, we design the whole ADU to those standards.
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.
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Free feasibility call
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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.
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