ADU builder · Burbank, CA
ADU builder in Burbank.
Design, permits, financing and construction from one local team. 600+ ADUs delivered across greater LA, including projects in and around Burbank.
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Building an ADU in Burbank
Burbank homeowners add ADUs for rental income, for parents who want to live close by, or for grown kids who can't afford to rent nearby. Many Burbank homes sit on flat lots with detached garages and room in the back, which makes the city a good fit for both new backyard units and garage conversions.
ADU Resource Center designs, permits and builds ADUs in Burbank with one in-house team, working out of our office next door in Glendale. In Burbank we've built a Spanish-style ADU with a vaulted ceiling and a kitchen island, and an attached studio that shares the main house's roofline and has its own front door off the driveway.
You get a fixed quote before construction starts, one project manager from design through final inspection, and help lining up financing.
ADUs in Burbank: quick facts
Updated November 2026
- Who issues ADU permits
- City of Burbank
- Our construction rates
- $275, $300 or $325 per sq ft (basic, mid-range, luxury); garage conversions $235–$285 per sq ft
- Example cost
- A 600 sq ft one-bedroom runs about $165K–$195K in construction
- Size limits under state law
- Detached ADUs up to 1,200 sq ft on many lots; junior ADUs up to 500 sq ft inside the home
- Permit decision
- State law requires a decision within 60 days of a complete application
- Who builds it
- ADU Resource Center: design, permits and construction by one team, 600+ ADUs delivered, office in Glendale
ADU rules change. We confirm the current rules for your lot on the free consultation.
Real projects in and around Burbank
Our work in and around Burbank.
Hear it from our clients
Homeowners on building their ADU with us
More stories on our testimonials page.
Local know-how
What to know before building in Burbank.
Burbank runs its own permits
Burbank is its own city, so plans go to Burbank's Community Development Department. We handle the submittal and the plan-check corrections, so you don't have to go to city hall.
Burbank Water and Power
Burbank has its own utility. A new ADU can need an electrical service upgrade, and we plan for it in the first design pass so it shows up in your quote, not halfway through construction.
Foothill and fire-zone lots
Homes in the hills above Burbank can sit in very high fire hazard severity zones and on slopes. That can mean ignition-resistant materials, a soils report and an engineered foundation. We check your parcel before design starts.
Garage conversions and attached units
Many Burbank lots have a detached garage that converts well, and an attached ADU can keep the backyard open. We'll walk through each option for your lot and what each one costs.
What it costs
ADU cost in Burbank
We build at a flat rate per square foot: $275 (basic), $300 (mid-range) and $325 (luxury) finishes. Here's what that means for common sizes. Construction only; design, permits and city fees are quoted separately on your consultation.
| ADU size | Basic | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 sq ft studio | ~$110K | ~$120K | ~$130K |
| 600 sq ft 1-bedroom | ~$165K | ~$180K | ~$195K |
| 800 sq ft 2-bedroom | ~$220K | ~$240K | ~$260K |
| 1,000 sq ft 2–3 bedroom | ~$275K | ~$300K | ~$325K |
Get a number for your exact size: ADU cost calculator · Browse ADU floor plans · Converting a garage? See garage conversion cost.
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Questions
Burbank ADU questions, answered.
Still have a question? Ask us during your free consultation.
Can I build an ADU on my Burbank property?
Most single-family lots in Burbank can add a detached ADU, an attached ADU or a garage conversion, and often a junior ADU inside the house as well. Lots in the foothills above the city, and parcels in fire hazard zones, add steps. We check your lot against current Burbank and state rules on your free consultation, since ADU rules change from time to time.
Who issues ADU permits in Burbank?
Burbank is its own city, so ADU plans go to the City of Burbank's Community Development Department, not to LA City. We prepare the plans, submit them, answer every plan-check correction and pull the permits.
How much does an ADU cost in Burbank?
We build at a flat construction rate of $275, $300 or $325 per sq ft for basic, mid-range or luxury finishes, so a 600 sq ft one-bedroom runs roughly $165K–$195K in construction. Garage conversions have their own rates of $235–$285 per sq ft. Site conditions such as slopes or utility upgrades can change the fixed quote for your property.
Can I convert my garage into an ADU in Burbank?
Often, yes. Converting an existing garage reuses the slab, walls and roof, which usually makes it the most affordable route. Older garages sometimes need foundation, framing or electrical work before they can become legal living space, and we check that before you commit.
How long does a Burbank ADU take?
It depends on your lot, the design and how the city's plan check goes. A complete, well-prepared permit package usually moves through plan check in weeks per correction cycle rather than months. We give you a schedule for your project on the consultation.
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