Electrical Permit in Chandler, Arizona
Electrical 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.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- 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
- Req
Building Permit Application
Chandler permit application used for electrical work; available at Citizen Access portal or the UDM Applications, Fees and Checklists page
- Opt
Panel Schedule and Load Calculations
Showing 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). |
Review timeline
~1–10 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Chandler building department
Inspection process
- 1
Electric (groundwork)
Conduit installed but not covered (for underground electrical runs).
- 2
Rough electrical
All rough-in electrical installed but not covered.
- 3
Final inspection
All electrical work completed to requirements of approved plans and 2023 NEC with Chandler amendments.
Tips
- Chandler adopted the 2023 NEC (not the 2024 NEC) with Chandler amendments — verify all electrical work against the 2023 NEC.
- Like-for-like replacement of circuit breakers does NOT require a permit. Electrical service upgrades of 400 amps or less have a flat permit fee of $100.00.
- All breakers inside the service panel must be compatible with the panel cover (dead front) and labeled with permanent ink.
- All overhead services must have a point of attachment on the weather head mast.
- Contact Arizona Blue Stake (811 or 800-782-5348) at least two days before any digging for underground electrical work.
Frequently asked questions
- Which electrical code does Chandler use?
- Chandler adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) with Chandler amendments via Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 29, Article III), effective for plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025. Chandler's 2024 code adoption package retains the 2023 NEC edition. Source: City of Chandler Amendments to the 2024 International Construction Codes (Ordinance No. 5108) and Building Safety page.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Chandler Development Services Department — Building Safety — official building department
- Building Safety: Plan Review, Permits and Inspections | City of Chandler
- Homeowner's Building Permit Manual (Rev. 4/09/26) — Electrical and Gas Permits section — PDF
- City of Chandler Fee Schedule (§4.6.4(b), §4.6.4(q)) — PDF
- Chandler Amendments to the 2024 International Construction Codes — 2023 NEC (Article III) — PDF
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Chandler building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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