Burbank is one of the best ADU markets in the San Fernando Valley. Home to Disney, Warner Bros., NBC, and dozens of production companies, Burbank has a permanent large base of entertainment industry renters who need quality housing close to the studios. ADU rental demand in Burbank is among the highest and most consistent in the Valley. APLA Construction (CA Lic #1136359) is a licensed ADU contractor building garage conversions, detached ADUs, and JADUs throughout Burbank.
ADU permits in Burbank are submitted to the City of Burbank Building and Safety Division — completely separate from LADBS. Burbank has its own ADU guidelines and permit processing track. Typical ADU permit timeline in Burbank is 5–9 weeks from complete submittal. APLA manages all Burbank permit submissions, plan check responses, and inspections. See our full ADU timeline guide.
Burbank’s studio proximity makes it one of the highest-demand ADU rental markets in the San Fernando Valley. A one-bedroom ADU in Burbank rents for $1,900–$2,800/month. A well-finished two-bedroom ADU commands $2,500–$3,400/month. Writers, directors, production staff, and industry professionals consistently seek quality ADU rentals within walking or biking distance of the Burbank studio lot. Payback period on a garage conversion ADU is typically 5–7 years.
See our 2026 ADU cost guide for all of Los Angeles.
A garage conversion ADU in Burbank costs $80,000–$138,000 in 2026, including design, City of Burbank permits, and all construction through Certificate of Occupancy. A detached new-construction ADU runs $140,000–$265,000. ADU rental income of $1,900–$2,800/month from Burbank’s studio-area rental market provides payback in 5–7 years.
The City of Burbank processes ADU permits in approximately 5–9 weeks from a complete submittal. APLA prepares complete, code-compliant submittals to minimize delays. Construction takes an additional 10–18 weeks after permit issuance.
Yes. APLA builds ADUs throughout Burbank including the residential neighborhoods near Warner Bros., Disney, and NBC — including properties on Magnolia Park, Burbank Avenue, and the residential grid around the studio corridor. Call (818) 818-4419 for a free on-site estimate.
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