ADU Contractor in Burbank, CA

Burbank ADU Construction — Garage Conversions Under Burbank's Permit Process

Burbank homeowners in Magnolia Park and near Victory Boulevard are converting underused garages into legal ADUs — and Caspi Construction manages the full process through Burbank Building Division permits, from feasibility assessment through finished construction.

Burbank's single-family neighborhoods — Magnolia Park, Chandler Estates, and the residential blocks near Victory Boulevard — were developed with detached garages that sit at the rear of their lots, connected by alleys that make private ADU entrances straightforward. These garages are well-suited for ADU conversion: the structures are sound, the setback requirements are typically met, and Burbank allows ADUs up to 1,200 square feet on lots that comply with the city's requirements. The critical difference in Burbank is the permit authority: all ADU construction in Burbank goes through the Burbank Building Division, not LADBS, and the documentation requirements, plan check process, and inspection schedule are distinct from what the rest of Los Angeles County uses. As a licensed ADU contractor in Burbank (CSLB #1091631) with a 4.9★ rating, Caspi Construction manages the Burbank Building Division permit process as a standard part of every project. Garage conversions typically run $80K–$125K in Burbank.

Our Burbank ADU Construction Services

Burbank Garage Conversion ADU

A Burbank garage conversion starts with a structural assessment and a Burbank Building Division pre-application review to confirm compliance with setback, lot coverage, and maximum unit size requirements. We prepare architectural drawings appropriate to Burbank's documentation standards, manage the permit application through plan check and all required inspections, and complete construction — structural reinforcement if needed, insulation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and all finish work — through certificate of occupancy.

Burbank ADU Up to 1,200 Square Feet

Burbank's allowance for ADUs up to 1,200 square feet on qualifying lots gives homeowners the option to build a genuinely spacious ADU — a full one- or two-bedroom unit rather than a compact studio. We design Burbank ADUs to maximize the permitted footprint where the lot supports it, creating units that command higher rents and provide more livable space for multigenerational family configurations.

Premium Finishes for Burbank Rental Market

Burbank ADU rental rates for a well-finished one-bedroom unit run $1,900–$2,700 per month. We finish every Burbank ADU design build project to the standard that supports the upper end of that range: Caesarstone or MSI quartz in the kitchen, MSI tile in the bathroom, LIOHER or semi-custom cabinetry, LVP flooring, and Kohler fixtures throughout.

Full MEP & Burbank Code Compliance

Every Burbank ADU includes a dedicated electrical sub-panel, energy-compliant mini-split HVAC, full kitchen and bathroom plumbing, Title 24 insulation, and all systems required to pass Burbank Building Division inspections at every phase. We track the inspection schedule from the first framing inspection through final, ensuring no delays between phases.

→ Review the complete process we use for Burbank ADU projects — from structural assessment through Burbank Building Division sign-off — at /process/

Why Burbank Homeowners Choose Caspi for ADU Construction

Showroom Nearby

Our Tarzana showroom is minutes from Burbank — Mon–Fri 9:30–6, Sat 10–5. Preview ADU finish options including tile, cabinetry, and countertop samples before construction begins.

Premium Brands

Caesarstone, MSI, Kohler, LIOHER — quality materials that support strong Burbank rental rates and long-term tenant satisfaction.

Burbank Building Division Experts

Burbank ADU permits go through the Burbank Building Division, not LADBS. We know the process and manage every step.

Flexible Financing

Burbank ADU construction runs $80K–$125K. Financing through Wells Fargo and Service Finance Company is available alongside HELOC options.

Recent ADU Projects Near Burbank

Project 1 — Magnolia Park Two-Car Garage ADU

A Magnolia Park homeowner had a detached two-car garage accessed from the alley behind their 1940s Spanish Colonial home — a structure in excellent condition that had been used for car storage since the home was purchased. The homeowner wanted a one-bedroom ADU for rental income. We assessed the structure, confirmed compliance with Burbank Building Division setback and lot coverage requirements, designed a 480-square-foot one-bedroom layout with a full kitchen, full bathroom, and private alley entry, and managed the complete permit and construction process. The ADU was finished with MSI Calacatta Gold tile in the bathroom, Caesarstone White Attica quartz in the kitchen, semi-custom cabinetry, and LVP flooring throughout. Burbank Building Division permits and inspections were managed at every phase. Completed in seventeen weeks from permit approval.

Project 2 — Victory Boulevard Area Single-Car Garage ADU

A homeowner near Victory Boulevard had a detached single-car garage — 264 square feet — that had not been used for its intended purpose in over a decade. Converting it to a permitted studio ADU required creative design to meet Burbank's habitability minimums within a tight footprint. We designed a studio with a Murphy bed wall, a compact galley kitchen with MSI quartz countertops and under-counter appliances, a bathroom with a 32x32 shower and wall-mounted floating vanity, and a new skylight above the bathroom for natural light. The Burbank ADU design build was completed in twelve weeks through Burbank Building Division permit. The unit rents as a furnished short-term rental.

Project 3 — Chandler Estates Attached Garage JADU

A Chandler Estates homeowner had an attached two-car garage that was technically within the home footprint — making it eligible for conversion as a Junior ADU under Burbank Building Division guidelines. The existing structure shared plumbing walls with the kitchen, simplifying the kitchenette installation significantly. We designed a 480-square-foot JADU with an open kitchen-living area, one bedroom defined by a partial wall with a pocket door, a full bathroom with MSI tile and Kohler fixtures, and an upgraded exterior door on the side of the garage. Financing through Wells Fargo was used to fund the construction, and the project was completed in ten weeks under Burbank Building Division permit.

Start Your Burbank ADU Construction Today

Caspi Construction responds within one business day — visit our Tarzana showroom or schedule an in-home consultation at your convenience. Financing through Wells Fargo and Service Finance Company is available, so your project can move forward on your timeline.