Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

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Please follow these steps to obtain the selected permit:

STEP ONE: RESEARCH

Before preparing drawings, review the ADU rules and consult Planning/Zoning to screen your project concept for Zoning Code compliance:

EMAIL: Zoning@GlendaleCA.gov (not for plan review)
PHONE: (818) 548-2140

COUNTER CONSULTATION (including feedback on conceptual plans): www.GlendaleCA.gov/PlanningAppt

STEP TWO: PREPARE DRAWINGS

Prepare architectural drawings (site plan, floor plan, elevations, roof plan, and sections, each as separate PDFs) and a photo survey (PDF) of the site and existing buildings.

STEP THREE: PRE-SCREEN

A. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal. Apply and obtain approval for the appropriate Planning application (“Accessory Dwelling Unit – Planning Clearance for Building Submittal or Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit – Planning Clearance for Building Submittal)

B. Read this important notice regarding your responsibility to obtain Glendale Water & Power clearance for your project: click here.

STEP FOUR: APPLY FOR BUILDING PERMIT

A. Go to the GlendalePermits Portal.

B. Click on “Apply”

C. Click on “Permits”

D. Click on “Show Categories (upper left)”

E. Select and apply for the appropriate building permit

You can find a list of available building permits at this link: click here.