Burbank City Council Study / Open Session Meeting - July 28, 2026

The Burbank City Council held a study and open session meeting on July 28, 2026, focusing primarily on updates to the city's accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance to comply with recent California state laws. Staff presented four options for updating the ADU ordinance, with the council ultimately directing staff to pursue option three, which retains and updates the local ADU program consistent with state law while preserving protections for high fire hazard zones. The council also expressed interest in exploring the possibility of allowing ADUs to be sold as condominiums, with staff tasked to return with a detailed study on this issue. Additionally, the council received a report on regional collaboration efforts related to the Downtown Burbank Metrolink Station, emphasizing the need for cohesive branding and improved public communication about the station as a transportation hub. Public comments addressed concerns about data centers, housing, plant-based diet initiatives, and AI-generated art. The council requested a future report on data centers, focusing on definitions, utility usage, noise, and regulatory practices, and also introduced agenda items related to banning AI-generated art in city materials and endorsing the plant-based treaty. Consent calendar items included contract approvals for seismic retrofit and regional transportation funding. The meeting concluded with council member updates and adjournment to the next regular meeting.