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Chandler building permits
VerifiedChandler, Arizona — as published 2026-06-29.
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Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Home / Addition / Remodel)
VerifiedA building permit is required for new single-family residential construction, room additions, remodels, and most structural work in Chandler. Permit applications and plan submittals are submitted electronically through the Citizen Access portal (aca-prod.accela.com/CHANDLER/) or in person at 215 E. Buffalo St. Walk-in plan review is available Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM for residential additions and renovations. Building permit fees are valuation-based (ICC Building Valuation Data); plan review is 65% of the permit fee. Plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025 must comply with the 2024 I-Codes and 2023 NEC (Ordinance No. 5108).
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Requirements
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in at 215 E. Buffalo St.; electronic submittal recommended
- Plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025 must comply with the 2024 International Residential Code and 2023 NEC with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108)
- Submit: completed Building Permit application; plot plan showing property lines, all existing buildings with dimensions, proposed addition/structure with distances to property lines, and total square footage; structural details (footings, post-to-beam connections, truss calculations); floor plan and building elevations; mechanical, plumbing, and electrical plans (if applicable)
- Plot plan required for every permit that requires building plans; Maricopa County Assessor GIS maps may be used to assist in locating property lines
- Licensed contractor generally required; owner-occupant performing own work is exempt per ARS 32-1121A (does not apply to rental or lease properties)
- Prior to submitting for an addition, speak with a City Planner (480-782-3050) to determine zoning building setbacks, lot coverage, and architectural design requirements
- HOA approval should be obtained before applying to the city — the City does not enforce HOA regulations
- Working without a permit results in doubled permit fees and possible Order to Comply or required removal of non-compliant work
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application; available at the Citizen Access portal or UDM Applications, Fees and Checklists page
- RequiredPlot PlanRequired for every permit requiring building plans; must show property lines, all existing buildings with distances to property lines, proposed addition with distances to property lines, and total lot and building square footage
- RequiredFloor Plan and ElevationsDimensioned floor plan showing windows and sizes, location of plumbing fixtures, electrical outlets, heating, lighting and smoke alarms; exterior elevations showing existing and proposed construction
- OptionalStructural DetailsFootings, post-to-beam connections, truss calculations and sealed truss design, shear panel details, and other structural information; engineer-sealed truss calculations required if engineered roof trusses are used
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building permit — valuation-based fee table (Res. 4703) | $1.00–$500: $50.00; $501–$2,000: $50.00 for first $500 plus $1.20 per additional $100; $2,001–$25,000: $68.00 for first $2,000 plus $12.50 per additional $1,000; $25,001–$50,000: $355.50 for first $25,000 plus $9.00 per additional $1,000; $50,001–$100,000: $580.50 for first $50,000 plus $6.25 per additional $1,000; $100,001–$500,000: $893.00 for first $100,000 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000; $500,001–$1,000,000: $2,893.00 for first $500,000 plus $4.25 per additional $1,000; $1,000,001 and up: $5,018.00 for first $1,000,000 plus $2.75 per additional $1,000 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule (Building Safety §29-1, Res. 4703), Section 4.6.1. Valuation for new construction = ICC Building Valuation Data $/sq ft; alterations = all construction costs approved by the Building Official. Minimum fee $50.00 (valuation $500 or less). Working without a permit: fees are doubled. |
| Plan review fee | 65% of the building permit fee | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.2(a). Due at time of plan submittal. Expedited plan review (at Building Official's discretion): twice the normal plan review fee (4.6.2(c)). Additional revisions to approved plans: $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum. |
| Foundation Only Permit | 25% of the calculated building permit fee | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(h). |
| Re-inspection fee | $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.3(b). |
| Permit Reinstatement (within one year of expiration) | 50% of current permit fee | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(i). |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedElectrical work in Chandler is governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108, City Code Chapter 29 Article III). Electrical permits are required for most electrical work including panel upgrades, new circuits, service changes, and rewiring. A flat fee of $100.00 applies for residential electrical service upgrades of 400 amps or less. Minor residential work (1–2 branch electrical circuits along with minor gas or plumbing work) may qualify for a flat $100.00 miscellaneous fee. Like-for-like replacement of circuit breakers is exempt from permit per the Homeowner's Building Permit Manual.
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Requirements
- Electrical work must comply with the 2023 NEC with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108, City Code Chapter 29, Article III)
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in to 215 E. Buffalo St.
- Provide panel schedule showing existing and new breakers; load calculations may be required if adding a sub-panel
- Specify size and type of conductors, conduit type, and burial depth for underground work; indicate length of all above-ground or attic runs
- Show grounding electrode conductor and grounding electrode (minimum 8-foot rod with acorn clamp, minimum solid #4 AWG bare copper; or UFER — 20 feet of solid #4 AWG bare copper in concrete)
- Licensed contractor required unless owner-occupant performs own work (ARS 32-1121A; does not apply if property is rented or leased)
- Like-for-like replacement of circuit breakers does NOT require a permit (Homeowner's Building Permit Manual)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application used for electrical work; available at Citizen Access portal or the UDM Applications, Fees and Checklists page
- OptionalPanel Schedule and Load CalculationsShowing existing and new breakers; load calculations required if adding a sub-panel; Appendix B of the Homeowner's Building Permit Manual provides a load calculation form
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical service upgrade — flat fee (400 amps or less) | $100.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(b): 'Electrical service 400 amps or less — $100.00.' This flat fee applies to residential electrical service work of 400 amps or less. |
| Miscellaneous minor residential work — flat fee (1–2 branch electrical circuits combined with minor gas/plumbing) | $100.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(q): 'Miscellaneous minor residential work (1–6 gas outlets, 1–2 branch electrical circuits, 1–6 plumbing openings, etc.) — $100.00.' Applies only to the specified minor scope. |
| Electrical permit — valuation-based (larger projects) | Per valuation-based fee table (§4.6.1); plan review 65% of permit fee | For electrical work not covered by the flat fees above, fees follow the valuation-based table (City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.1, Res. 4703). |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedPlumbing work in Chandler is governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108, City Code Chapter 29, Article IV). Plumbing permits are required for new plumbing installations, additions to, or modifications of existing plumbing systems. Like-for-like replacement of water heaters and water softeners is explicitly exempt from permit per the Homeowner's Building Permit Manual. Minor residential work combining 1–6 plumbing openings with minor gas or electrical work qualifies for a flat $100.00 miscellaneous fee.
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Requirements
- Plumbing work must comply with the 2024 IPC with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108, City Code Chapter 29, Article IV)
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in to 215 E. Buffalo St.
- Like-for-like replacement of water heaters and water softeners does NOT require a permit (Homeowner's Building Permit Manual)
- For additions with new plumbing fixtures, provide a Water Meter Worksheet (Appendix A of the Homeowner's Building Permit Manual); water meter worksheet information must appear on the plans, not a separate sheet
- Minimum water meter size for new construction is 1 inch
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application used for plumbing work; available at Citizen Access portal
- OptionalWater Meter WorksheetRequired when adding plumbing fixtures; information must appear on the plans. A sample worksheet (Appendix A) is in the Homeowner's Building Permit Manual
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Miscellaneous minor residential work — flat fee (1–6 plumbing openings combined with minor gas/electrical) | $100.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(q): 'Miscellaneous minor residential work (1–6 gas outlets, 1–2 branch electrical circuits, 1–6 plumbing openings, etc.) — $100.00.' Applies to minor scope only. |
| Plumbing permit — valuation-based (larger projects) | Per valuation-based fee table (§4.6.1); plan review 65% of permit fee | For plumbing work not covered by the miscellaneous flat fee, fees follow the valuation-based table (City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.1, Res. 4703). |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedMechanical and HVAC work in Chandler is governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108). Permits are required for new mechanical systems, additions to, or modifications of existing mechanical systems. Like-for-like replacement of furnaces and evaporative coolers is exempt from permit. Gas permits require a riser schematic showing all gas line runs, BTU ratings of all appliances, pipe sizes and types, and burial depth for underground lines.
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Requirements
- Mechanical/HVAC work must comply with the 2024 IMC and 2024 IFGC with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108, City Code Chapter 29, Articles V and VII)
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in to 215 E. Buffalo St.
- Like-for-like replacement of furnaces and evaporative coolers does NOT require a permit (Homeowner's Building Permit Manual)
- For gas work: provide a gas riser schematic showing the length of all sections of gas line starting at the meter, all existing and proposed appliances, total BTU rating of each appliance, line sizes, line types, and trench/burial depth (pipe must be 12 inches below grade minimum)
- Gas system pressure test: not less than 1.5 times maximum working pressure but no less than 3 psig; test duration not less than 10 minutes; test conducted through the open valve and flex line; flex line must be capped at the appliance connection
- PE (polyethylene) plastic pipe requires minimum 8-, 12-, or 18-inch-deep trench and a continuous insulated 18-gauge copper tracer wire; PE not allowed beneath any building slab or structure; galvanized fittings or piping prohibited in underground gas systems
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application used for mechanical/HVAC work; available at Citizen Access portal
- OptionalGas Riser SchematicRequired for gas line work; shows all sections of gas line from meter, all appliances, BTU ratings, pipe sizes, pipe types, and burial depth
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Miscellaneous minor residential work — flat fee (minor gas outlets combined with minor electrical/plumbing) | $100.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(q): 'Miscellaneous minor residential work (1–6 gas outlets, 1–2 branch electrical circuits, 1–6 plumbing openings, etc.) — $100.00.' Applies to minor scope only. |
| Mechanical/HVAC permit — valuation-based (larger projects) | Per valuation-based fee table (§4.6.1); plan review 65% of permit fee | For mechanical/HVAC work not covered by the miscellaneous flat fee, fees follow the valuation-based table (City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.1, Res. 4703). |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedA roofing permit is required in Chandler when re-roofing with a different material type (e.g., replacing asphalt shingles with concrete tile) or when replacing like material that already has two or more layers. Like-for-like replacement of roof coverings that does not increase the load on the structural frame is exempt from permit per the Homeowner's Building Permit Manual. Engineering analysis is required for changes to heavier roofing materials to confirm the existing roof assembly can withstand additional loads.
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Requirements
- A permit is required when replacing roofing material with a different type (e.g., converting to concrete tile) — an engineering analysis is required to confirm the existing structure can carry the new load
- A permit is required when replacing like roofing material that already has two or more existing layers
- Like-for-like replacement of roof coverings where the replacement roof does not increase the load on the structural frame does NOT require a permit (Homeowner's Building Permit Manual, item 10)
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in; minimum roof slopes per patio-cover standards: asphalt shingles 2:12, clay tile 2.5:12, roll roofing 1:12
- One-coat stucco systems always require a permit and inspection; three-coat stucco systems require a permit for lath inspection
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application; available at Citizen Access portal
- OptionalEngineering Analysis (for material change to heavier roofing)Required when replacing existing roofing with a heavier material (e.g., concrete tile) to confirm the existing roof assembly can withstand the additional load
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing permit — valuation-based fee table | Per valuation-based fee table (§4.6.1): $2,001–$25,000 = $68.00 for first $2,000 plus $12.50 per additional $1,000; $25,001–$50,000 = $355.50 for first $25,000 plus $9.00 per additional $1,000. Minimum $50.00. | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.1 (Res. 4703). Valuation = all construction costs. Plan review = 65% of permit fee. |
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Permit
VerifiedA residential solar photovoltaic system permit is required in Chandler for rooftop solar PV installations. The flat permit fee is $150.00 (Res. 4703, Fee Schedule §4.6.4(k)). A separate solar water heating system permit fee of $150.00 also applies to solar thermal installations. Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in at 215 E. Buffalo St. All plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025 must comply with the 2023 NEC with Chandler amendments and the 2024 IBC/IRC.
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Requirements
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in at 215 E. Buffalo St.
- Plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025 must comply with the 2023 NEC and 2024 IBC/IRC with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108)
- Licensed contractor required for solar installation unless owner-occupant performs work (ARS 32-1121A; does not apply to rental/lease properties)
- Provide panel schedule showing existing and new breakers for any electrical service work required for the solar installation
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application; available at Citizen Access portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential solar photovoltaic system permit fee — flat fee | $150.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(k): 'Residential solar photovoltaic system permit fee (Res. 4703) — $150.00.' This flat fee applies specifically to residential solar PV installations. |
| Residential solar water heating system permit fee — flat fee | $150.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(l): 'Residential solar water heating system permit fee (Res. 4703) — $150.00.' Applies to solar thermal (hot water) systems, distinct from solar PV. |
Residential Pool / Spa Permit
VerifiedAll swimming pools and spas in Chandler require a permit except prefabricated pools less than 18 inches deep. The flat permit fees are $110.00 for a pool and $55.00 for a spa (Fee Schedule §4.6.4(d) and (e)). Engineering plans stamped and sealed by an engineer are required for all custom in-ground pools and spas; plans are required for pre-manufactured above-ground pools and spas. Pools must not occupy the front yard and cannot be built across a property line. The 2024 ISPSC with Chandler amendments governs pool construction. Chandler pool barrier requirements mandate a 6-foot exterior barrier; interior barriers may be 4 feet.
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Requirements
- All pools and spas require a permit except prefabricated pools less than 18 inches deep (Homeowner's Building Permit Manual, 'Work Exempt from Permit,' item 7)
- Engineering plans stamped and sealed by an engineer are required for all custom in-ground pools and spas; plans required for all pre-manufactured above-ground pools and spas
- Swimming pools shall not occupy any front yard; no pool or cool decking can be built across a property line
- Pool equipment must be 5 feet from the water's edge; pool cannot be built within 5 feet of a building foundation without an engineered surcharge design
- All easements must be cleared by utility companies before construction
- Glazing within 5 feet of the water's edge where the bottom edge is less than 60 inches above grade must be safety-glazed (tinting film does not satisfy this requirement)
- Pool barrier (exterior perimeter): minimum 6 feet above finished grade including all gates and doors; interior barrier (dwelling side): minimum 4 feet high
- Pool barrier fence: no horizontal/vertical openings allowing a 4-inch sphere to pass; maximum vertical clearance at grade 2 inches on exterior side; wire mesh or chain link maximum mesh size 2.25 inches square
- Pedestrian access gates must be self-closing, self-latching, and open outward from the pool; gate latches at least 54 inches above finished grade or made inaccessible to small children from outside
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application; available at Citizen Access portal or walk-in
- RequiredEngineer-Stamped Pool PlansEngineering plans stamped and sealed by an engineer; required for all custom in-ground pools/spas and all pre-manufactured above-ground pools/spas
- RequiredPlot PlanShowing the pool location on the lot, distances to property lines, and easement locations
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential pool permit fee — flat fee | $110.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(d): 'Residential pool permit fee — $110.00.' |
| Residential spa permit fee — flat fee | $55.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(e): 'Residential spa permit fee — $55.00.' |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedAccessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Chandler are permitted on any single-family lot where a single-family dwelling is the principal use, subject to Chandler City Code Section 35-2202.2. A maximum of one attached and one detached ADU is allowed per lot. An ADU may not exceed 75% of the gross floor area of the primary dwelling or 1,000 sq ft, whichever is less. ADUs must use the same utility meters as the primary residence, have a separate and independent entrance, comply with front yard setbacks, and maintain minimum 5-foot rear and side yard setbacks. Exterior design must use stucco or EIFS wall cladding and a concrete tile roof with 4:12 slope (or match the primary dwelling's design). A building permit is required.
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Requirements
- Allowed on lots where a single-family dwelling is the principal use; maximum one attached + one detached ADU per lot (a second detached ADU may be permitted on lots of 1 acre or more if one ADU is deed-restricted as affordable)
- ADU may not exceed 75% of the gross floor area of the primary dwelling or 1,000 sq ft, whichever is less
- Rear and side yard setbacks no less than 5 feet; must comply with front yard setbacks and building height limits of the zoning district
- Must be served by the same water, sewer, and electric-utility providers and meters as the primary residence (separate meters not permitted)
- Must have a separate and independent entrance from the primary residence
- Exterior design: stucco or EIFS wall cladding; concrete tile roof with 4:12 slope; additional accent material consistent with primary dwelling; OR design may be commensurate with primary dwelling in materials, colors, and architectural style
- Contact City Planner (480-782-3050) before submitting to verify zoning requirements, setbacks, and lot coverage
- Apply through Citizen Access portal; submit completed Building Permit Application, plot plan, structural drawings, and trade plans
- ADU shall not be constructed in advance of the principal structure
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application; available at Citizen Access portal
- RequiredPlot PlanShowing primary dwelling, proposed ADU location, distances to all property lines, total lot square footage, and all building footprints
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFloor plan, exterior elevations, structural details, and trade plans (electrical, plumbing, mechanical); must show ADU is architecturally compatible with the primary dwelling per City Code 35-2202.2(f)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ADU building permit — valuation-based fee table | Per valuation-based fee table (§4.6.1); plan review 65% of permit fee. Typical ADU values fall in the $50,001–$100,000 range: $580.50 for first $50,000 plus $6.25 per additional $1,000. | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.1 (Res. 4703). No separate ADU-specific fee; ADUs are permitted as residential construction under the standard valuation-based table. |
| Administrative fee for permits from approved standard plans | $75.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(n): 'Administrative fee for permits from approved standard plans — $75.00.' Applicable if using a city-approved standard plan for the ADU. |
Fence / Wall / Retaining Wall Permit
VerifiedIn Chandler, fences not over 7 feet high do not require a building permit but all fences and walls require zoning clearance regardless of height. A building permit is required for fences over 7 feet high (prior Planning approval also required), retaining walls over 4 feet in height (measured from bottom of footing to top) unless supporting surcharge, and fences placed on top of retaining walls. Front yard maximum fence height is 3 feet; rear and side yard maximum is 7 feet. All fences must be maintained at least 3 feet from fire hydrants or utilities. 4-inch-thick masonry walls are not an approved system for retaining walls.
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Requirements
- No building permit required for fences not over 7 feet high (Homeowner's Building Permit Manual, 'Work Exempt from Permit,' item 2)
- All fences and walls require zoning clearance regardless of height — call the Planner of the Day at 480-782-3050
- Building permit (and prior Planning approval) required: fences over 7 feet high; retaining walls over 4 feet in height (bottom of footing to top) that retain earth; fences placed on top of retaining walls
- Retaining walls not over 4 feet (bottom of footing to top) that do not support surcharge do NOT require a permit
- Maximum fence height: 7 feet in rear and side yards; 3 feet in front yards
- All fences must be at least 3 feet from fire hydrants or utilities
- Corner lot fences must not pose a safety hazard to pedestrians or drivers; see City of Chandler Street Standards C-246 to C-248 for required clearances
- If a pool fence is being replaced, the pool area must remain secured during construction
- 4-inch-thick masonry/CMU walls are not an approved system for use as retaining walls
- Contact Arizona Blue Stake (811) at least two days before digging
Required documents
- OptionalBuilding Permit Application (for permitted fences/walls)Chandler permit application; required for fences over 7 feet or retaining walls over 4 feet
- OptionalPlot Plan / Site PlanShowing fence/wall location, property lines, and distances; required for permitted fences and walls
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fence / retaining wall permit — valuation-based fee table | Per valuation-based fee table (§4.6.1): $1.00–$500 = $50.00; $501–$2,000 = $50.00 plus $1.20 per additional $100; $2,001–$25,000 = $68.00 plus $12.50 per additional $1,000. Most residential fences fall in the lower valuation tiers. | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.1 (Res. 4703). Valuation = all construction costs. |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedA demolition permit is required in Chandler for demolition of commercial or residential structures. The flat permit fee is $100.00 (Fee Schedule §4.6.4(a)). Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in at 215 E. Buffalo St.
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Requirements
- A demolition permit is required for demolition of commercial or residential structures
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in at 215 E. Buffalo St.
- Contact Arizona Blue Stake (811) before any excavation associated with demolition
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application; available at Citizen Access portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition permit — flat fee | $100.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(a): 'Demolition permit, commercial/residential — $100.00.' This flat fee applies to both commercial and residential demolition. |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedChandler has no standalone EV-charger/EVSE permit type or fee line item. Installing electric vehicle charging equipment is electrical work governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108, City Code Chapter 29 Article III), and per this file's own electrical-permit entry, is billed under the City's existing flat-fee electrical categories -- most commonly the 'Miscellaneous minor residential work (1-2 branch electrical circuits...)' flat fee ($100.00, Fee Schedule Section 4.6.4(q)) for a simple added EV charger circuit, or the 'Electrical service 400 amps or less' flat fee ($100.00, Section 4.6.4(b)) if the installation involves a service/panel upgrade to support the charger. The City's Fee Schedule and Homeowner's Building Permit Manual were checked directly and contain no EV-charger, EVSE, or electric-vehicle-specific line item as of this review.
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Requirements
- EV charger circuit installation is electrical work; apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk-in to 215 E. Buffalo St., using the standard Building Permit Application
- Must comply with the 2023 NEC with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108, City Code Chapter 29, Article III)
- Provide panel schedule showing existing and new breakers; load calculations required if adding a sub-panel or upgrading service to support the charger
- Specify size and type of conductors, conduit type, and burial depth for underground runs; indicate length of above-ground or attic runs
- Licensed contractor required unless owner-occupant performs own work (ARS 32-1121A; does not apply if the property is rented or leased)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application used for the EV charger circuit's electrical scope
- OptionalPanel Schedule and Load CalculationsShowing existing and new breakers; required if adding a sub-panel or upgrading service for the charger
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Miscellaneous minor residential work — flat fee (1-2 branch electrical circuits, likely applicable to a simple EV charger circuit) | $100.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(q): 'Miscellaneous minor residential work (1-6 gas outlets, 1-2 branch electrical circuits, 1-6 plumbing openings, etc.) — $100.00.' No distinct EV-charger line item exists; a typical single dedicated EV charger circuit would likely fall under this minor-work category |
| Electrical service upgrade — flat fee (400 amps or less, if a panel/service upgrade is needed for the charger) | $100.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(b); applies if the EV charger installation requires a residential electrical service upgrade |
Sign Permit (Commercial / Business Signage)
VerifiedA sign permit is required in Chandler for new commercial/business signage, including illuminated and non-illuminated wall signs and freestanding monument signs. Sign permits are administered by the Development Services Department's Planning Division (not Building Safety) and must be submitted through the Citizen Access portal under the Planning tab. The base sign permit fee is 2.5% of the listed job valuation plus $0.25 per square foot of sign area; illuminated signs add a flat $60.00 electrical inspection fee. No up-front fees are collected at time of application submittal. Per the Planning Division's published time frames, overall review takes up to 90 working days (30 working days for completeness review plus 60 working days for substantive review).
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Requirements
- Submit through the Citizen Access portal: under the Planning tab, select Create an Application and choose the Sign Permit option
- Provide accurate property address (with correct suite number if applicable), current licensed Sign/Electrical/General contractor information, and a sign/project cost or valuation
- Documentation of Property Manager/Property Owner authorization for the sign (a letter, a signed contractor authorization form, or sign details signed by the owner/property manager)
- Sign details: building elevations showing the new sign on the building; sign type, illumination type, and dimensions (total sign height and width); sign cross-section; footing details for ground signs; complete description of sign materials and finishes
- Engineering is required for ground signs over 7 feet tall
- Site plan: a map or aerial photo indicating the locations of all proposed signs
- Submit one electronic copy of all required documents in 8.5 x 11 or 11 x 17 sheet sizes; reviewer may request additional documentation after submittal
- Any monument sign tenant ID panels must be reviewed along with the building signage
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationSubmitted via the Citizen Access portal (Planning tab > Create an Application > Sign Permit); must contain Sign/Electrical/General contractor information and construction cost or project valuation (Form UDM-046)
- RequiredProperty Manager/Owner AuthorizationLetter or email from the landlord/property manager/owner authorizing the sign installation, or a signed contractor authorization form, or sign details signed by the owner/property manager
- RequiredSign Details (two complete sets)Sign type/dimensions, cross-sections, illumination, building elevations, and footing details (if applicable); includes any monument sign tenant ID panels
- RequiredSite PlanMap or aerial photo indicating the locations of all proposed signs
- OptionalEngineering (ground signs over 7 feet tall)Required for ground/monument signs exceeding 7 feet in height
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Illuminated sign permit — base fee | 2.5% of listed job valuation plus $0.25 per square foot of sign area, plus a flat $60.00 electrical inspection fee | City of Chandler Sign Permit Submittal Checklist and Application (Form UDM-046, Planning Rev. 4/3/26): 'Illuminated Signs - Base sign permit fee is 2.5% of listed job valuation plus $0.25 per square foot of sign area. There is a $60 Electrical inspection fee added.' No up-front fees are collected at time of application submittal. |
| Non-illuminated sign permit — base fee | 2.5% of listed job valuation plus $0.25 per square foot of sign area | City of Chandler Sign Permit Submittal Checklist and Application (Form UDM-046, Planning Rev. 4/3/26): 'Non-illuminated Signs - Base sign permit fee is 2.5% of listed job valuation plus $0.25 per square foot of sign area.' |
| Sign permit building plan review (additional/deferred review) | $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.2(f): 'Sign permit building plan review — $60.00/hour, 1 hour minimum.' |
| Sign permit inspection (beyond standard inspection) | $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.3(d): 'Sign permit inspection — $60.00/hour, 1 hour minimum.' |
Commercial Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedChandler treats new installation of, or alterations to, commercial fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems as a single 'Commercial Sprinkler or Fire Alarm System Building Permit' product. Plan review and permit issuance are handled directly by the Development Services Department's Building Safety Division — the same division that reviews other building permits — rather than by a separate Chandler Fire, Health & Medical Department plan-review process; this was independently verified against the Development Services Division's own time-frames table and against the Chandler Fire Department's Fire Prevention page, whose 'Permits and Plan Reviews' link routes to the Building Safety page rather than to a distinct fire-department plan review page. Chandler Fire's Fire Prevention Division separately administers an annual Fire Protection Contractor registration ($85/year) required of any company performing fire protection system service, repair, or installation work in the city, and issues its own operational permits (hazardous materials, fireworks, tents, food/beverage open-flame vendors) that are distinct from this system-installation building permit. Because there is no separate line-item fee for fire sprinkler/alarm permits in the City's fee schedule, fees follow the standard valuation-based Building Permit fee table. Overall review time is 20 working days per the Development Services Division's published time frames.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- Plans must be reviewed, approved, and the permit issued by the Development Services Building Safety Division before work begins on site
- Work must comply with the 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108, City Code Chapter 28) and referenced NFPA standards (e.g., NFPA 13 for sprinklers, NFPA 72 for fire alarms)
- The installing/servicing company must hold a current Chandler Fire Department Fire Protection Contractor registration (separate annual permit, $85/year, expires December 31 each year) with an accepted ROC license class: C-16/CR-16/R-16 for aboveground fire sprinkler install/repair/service; commercial CR-11/CR-16/CR-67/C-11/C-16 or residential R-11/R-16/CR-11/CR-16/CR-67 for fire alarm and detection equipment
- Certificate of Liability insurance naming the Chandler Fire Department as additionally insured must be on file for the Fire Protection Contractor registration
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk in to 215 E. Buffalo St. using the standard Building Permit Application
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationChandler permit application used for the fire sprinkler/alarm system's building-permit scope; available at the Citizen Access portal
- RequiredFire Protection Contractor Registration (current year)Proof the installing company is on the Chandler Fire Department's current Approved Fire Protection Contractors list (expires December 31 annually); requires a copy of the applicable ROC license and Certificate of Liability Insurance naming CFD as additionally insured
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire sprinkler/alarm system building permit — valuation-based (no distinct line item) | Per valuation-based fee table (§4.6.1); plan review 65% of permit fee (§4.6.2(a)) | The City of Chandler Fee Schedule (Res. 4703) contains no separate line item for fire sprinkler or fire alarm system permits; the Development Services Time Frames document classifies this as a 'Building Permit,' so it is billed under the standard valuation-based Building Permit fee table. |
| Fire Protection Contractor annual registration (separate from the project permit) | $85.00/year (non-refundable) | Chandler Fire Department 'CFD: Fire Protection Contractor Permit' page: 'A permit fee of $85 (non-refundable) is due at the time of application.' Required of the installing company, not billed per project; list expires December 31 each year and must be renewed in January. |
| Re-inspection fee | $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.3(b), applies generally to re-inspections including fire protection inspections. |
Certificate of Occupancy / Change of Occupancy
VerifiedChandler's local equivalent of a 'change of use' process is its Certificate of Occupancy (C of O), issued under Section 111 of the 2024 International Building Code with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108). A C of O is issued upon completion of permitted new construction, and can also be issued on its own, without an accompanying Building Permit, for a change of occupancy or use in an existing space where no construction is involved (flat fee $100.00). A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy is available for phased occupancy. Chandler's local amendment (§29-2.15, adding Subsection 111.5) also created a distinct 'Certificate of Completion,' which may be issued for permitted work that does not change the scope of an existing C of O or does not result in a building ready for occupancy — a Certificate of Completion alone does NOT authorize occupancy of a building. Per the Development Services Division's published time frames, review is exempt from separate completeness/substantive review stages, with a 10-working-day overall review time.
Verified 2026-07-23 · Source
Requirements
- A Certificate of Occupancy not associated with a Building Permit is required for a change of occupancy or use in an existing building/space where no construction work is involved; flat fee $100.00 (Fee Schedule §4.6.4(g))
- Where the change of occupancy/use DOES involve construction, alteration, or a change of occupancy classification triggering the 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with Chandler amendments, the standard Building Permit process applies rather than the standalone C of O fee
- A Certificate of Completion (City Code §29-2.15, Subsection 111.5) may be issued instead of a full C of O when the completed work does not change the scope of an existing C of O or does not result in a building ready for occupancy; a Certificate of Completion alone does not authorize occupancy
- A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy may be requested for phased occupancy; fee is $100.00 for the first 30 days plus $500.00 for each 30-day renewal, to a maximum of 180 days (Fee Schedule §4.6.4(o))
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal or walk in to 215 E. Buffalo St.; overall review is 10 working days (point of contact: Mike DeWys)
Required documents
- RequiredCertificate of Occupancy Application (Form UDM-011)Chandler application used to request a Certificate of Occupancy, including standalone change-of-occupancy/use requests not tied to a Building Permit
- RequiredFinal Inspection ApprovalsAll applicable building, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and (if present) fire protection final inspections must be approved before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Occupancy not associated with a Building Permit — flat fee | $100.00 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(g): 'Certificate of Occupancy not associated with a Building Permit — $100.00.' Applies to change-of-occupancy/use requests where no construction/building permit is involved. |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy | $100.00 for the first 30 days, then $500.00 for each 30-day renewal, to a maximum of 180 days | City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(o): 'Temporary Certificate of Occupancy — $100.00 for first 30 days, $500.00 for each 30 day renewal for a maximum of 180 days.' |
Commercial Building Permit (New Construction, Additions & Amenities)
VerifiedChandler processes new commercial building construction (including additions and amenities) as a distinct license type from residential permits and from tenant improvements, per the Development Services Division's published Application Supplement (Time Frames/Point of Contact/Application Info/Appeal Rights). The overall review time frame is 60 working days (20 working days completeness review plus 40 working days substantive review, consisting of two 20-working-day review cycles). Building permit fees are valuation-based using ICC Building Valuation Data (City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.1, Res. 4703) — the same fee table used for residential construction; plan review is 65% of the permit fee. A Wastewater Discharge Questionnaire (WWDQ) characterizing the wastewater flows generated by the new connection must be submitted with non-residential building permit applications. Plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025 must comply with the 2024 I-Codes and 2023 NEC with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108).
Verified 2026-07-29 · Source
Requirements
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal (electronic submittal recommended) or walk in to 215 E. Buffalo St.; per the City's Building Safety page, walk-in plan review (Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM) is offered 'for residential and small commercial projects,' with only 'a limited number of minor-scale commercial projects' eligible at the plan reviewer's discretion — most commercial projects should expect the full review track
- Plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025 must comply with the 2024 International Building Code and 2023 NEC with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108, City Code Chapter 29)
- Pre-Technical Site Plan Review is required (free of charge) for any proposed subdivision, site plan development, new building, or substantial building addition, per the City of Chandler Development Services Division
- Projects with a site development component must satisfy the Site Development Plan Review Checklist/Guide for Commercial, Industrial & Multi-Family Development (Form UDM-029/Site), covering items such as architectural site plan notes, parking standards, screening of roof- and ground-mounted mechanical equipment, ADA-accessible pedestrian circulation, and (for shopping centers/office/commercial complexes) one pedestrian-oriented design feature per 50,000 sq ft of gross floor area
- Commercial buildings adjacent to single-family residential zoning must be set back 25 feet from the residential property line, plus one additional foot of setback for each foot of building height (Zoning Code Section 1902(8)(a)1)
- Submit a Wastewater Discharge Questionnaire (WWDQ) — required with non-residential building permit applications to characterize wastewater flows from the new potable water connection; contact the Wastewater Quality Division (480-782-3720) with questions
- Include Fire Prevention Bureau plan submittal materials (Form FPB-012) as part of the application packet
- Completeness review is 20 working days; substantive review is 40 working days (two 20-working-day review cycles); overall review time frame is 60 working days, per the Development Services Division's published time frames
- Working without a permit results in doubled permit fees and possible Order to Comply or required removal of non-compliant work
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (UDM-075)Chandler's general building permit application form, used for new commercial building permits; available via the Citizen Access portal or the UDM Applications, Fees and Checklists page
- RequiredNew Commercial Building Permit Checklist (UDM-059)Checklist/application form specific to New Commercial Building Permits (including additions and amenities), referenced in the Development Services Division's Application Supplement; contacts are Kim Clark, Karen Betancourt, or Daryl Racz
- RequiredWastewater Discharge Questionnaire (WWDQ)Required with non-residential building permit applications to characterize wastewater flows from the new water connection, per the City's Industrial Pretreatment Program
- RequiredFire Prevention Bureau Plan Submittal (FPB-012)Fire Prevention Bureau submittal referenced alongside the New Commercial Building Permit checklist in the Development Services Division's Application Supplement
- OptionalSite Development Plan Review Checklist/Guide for Commercial, Industrial & Multi-Family Development (UDM-029/Site)Required when the project includes a site development component (new building, addition, or site plan); covers zoning, parking, screening, and pedestrian-circulation standards
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building permit — valuation-based fee table (Res. 4703) | Same valuation-based table as residential construction: $1.00–$500: $50.00; $501–$2,000: $50.00 plus $1.20 per additional $100; $2,001–$25,000: $68.00 plus $12.50 per additional $1,000; $25,001–$50,000: $355.50 plus $9.00 per additional $1,000; $50,001–$100,000: $580.50 plus $6.25 per additional $1,000; $100,001–$500,000: $893.00 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000; $500,001–$1,000,000: $2,893.00 plus $4.25 per additional $1,000; $1,000,001+: $5,018.00 plus $2.75 per additional $1,000 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.1 (Res. 4703). Valuation for new construction uses ICC Building Valuation Data; valuation for alterations is based on all construction costs involved, as approved by the Building Official. Minimum fee $50.00. |
| Plan review fee | 65% of the building permit fee | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.2(a). Expedited review (at Building Official's discretion) is twice the normal plan review fee (§4.6.2(c)). Additional revisions to approved plans: $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum (§4.6.2(b)). |
| Deferred submittal items | $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.2(d) — applies to structural or trade components (e.g., trusses, structural steel) submitted for review after the initial plan set. |
| Inspection outside normal business hours | $75.00/hour, 2-hour minimum | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.3(a). |
| Re-inspection fee | $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.3(b). |
| Foundation Only Permit | 25% of the calculated building permit fee | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.4(h). |
| Permit Reinstatement (within one year of expiration) | 50% of current permit fee | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.4(i). |
Commercial Tenant Improvement Building Permit
VerifiedChandler's Development Services Division treats the Commercial Tenant Improvement Building Permit as a distinct license type from the New Commercial Building Permit: it has its own dedicated point of contact (LeeRay Hanly) and its own checklist form (UDM-071), separate from new commercial construction (UDM-059, contacts Kim Clark/Karen Betancourt/Daryl Racz), per the Development Services Division's published Application Supplement. The overall review time frame is the same as new commercial construction — 60 working days (20 working days completeness review plus 40 working days substantive review across two 20-working-day cycles). There is no separate tenant-improvement fee table; TI fees follow the same valuation-based table used for other building permits, with valuation for alterations based on all construction costs involved, as approved by the Building Official (City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6, Res. 4703). Where a tenant improvement changes the occupancy classification of a space, the 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with Chandler amendments governs, and a full Building Permit (rather than the standalone Certificate of Occupancy fee) is required.
Verified 2026-07-29 · Source
Requirements
- Apply through the Citizen Access portal (electronic submittal recommended) or walk in to 215 E. Buffalo St.
- Submit the Commercial Tenant Improvement Building Permit Checklist (Form UDM-071); point of contact is LeeRay Hanly (480-782-3138), distinct from the New Commercial Building Permit contacts
- Plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025 must comply with the 2024 International Building Code, 2024 IEBC, and 2023 NEC with Chandler amendments (Ordinance No. 5108)
- Where the tenant improvement changes the occupancy classification of the space, the 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with Chandler amendments applies, and a Building Permit (not the standalone $100.00 Certificate of Occupancy fee) is required
- Include Fire Prevention Bureau plan submittal materials (Form FPB-012) as part of the application packet
- Submit a Wastewater Discharge Questionnaire (WWDQ) if the tenant improvement involves a new or modified water/wastewater connection or changes the nature of wastewater discharge, per the City's Industrial Pretreatment Program
- Completeness review is 20 working days; substantive review is 40 working days (two 20-working-day review cycles); overall review time frame is 60 working days, per the Development Services Division's published time frames
- Working without a permit results in doubled permit fees and possible Order to Comply or required removal of non-compliant work
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (UDM-075)Chandler's general building permit application form, used for commercial tenant improvement permits; available via the Citizen Access portal
- RequiredCommercial Tenant Improvement Building Permit Checklist (UDM-071)Checklist/application form specific to Commercial Tenant Improvement Building Permits, referenced in the Development Services Division's Application Supplement; point of contact is LeeRay Hanly
- RequiredFire Prevention Bureau Plan Submittal (FPB-012)Fire Prevention Bureau submittal referenced alongside the Commercial Tenant Improvement checklist in the Development Services Division's Application Supplement
- OptionalWastewater Discharge Questionnaire (WWDQ)Required if the tenant improvement involves a new or modified water/wastewater connection, per the City's Industrial Pretreatment Program
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building permit — valuation-based fee table (alterations) | Same valuation-based table as new commercial and residential construction (§4.6.1): $1.00–$500: $50.00; $501–$2,000: $50.00 plus $1.20 per additional $100; $2,001–$25,000: $68.00 plus $12.50 per additional $1,000; $25,001–$50,000: $355.50 plus $9.00 per additional $1,000; $50,001–$100,000: $580.50 plus $6.25 per additional $1,000; $100,001–$500,000: $893.00 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000; $500,001–$1,000,000: $2,893.00 plus $4.25 per additional $1,000; $1,000,001+: $5,018.00 plus $2.75 per additional $1,000 | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6, §4.6.1 (Res. 4703). Per §4.6: 'Construction valuations for alterations shall be based on all construction costs involved and shall be approved by the Building Official.' No separate TI-specific fee table was found. |
| Plan review fee | 65% of the building permit fee | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.2(a). Expedited review (at Building Official's discretion) is twice the normal plan review fee (§4.6.2(c)). |
| Deferred submittal items | $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.2(d). |
| Re-inspection fee | $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.3(b). |
| Permit Reinstatement (within one year of expiration) | 50% of current permit fee | City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6.4(i). |
Sources & verification
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