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Plumbing Permit in Chandler, Arizona

Plumbing 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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When you need this permit

  • 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

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Fee schedule

Miscellaneous minor residential work — flat fee (1–6 plumbing openings combined with minor gas/electrical)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.
$100.00
Plumbing permit — valuation-based (larger projects)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).
Per valuation-based fee table (§4.6.1); plan review 65% of permit fee

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Chandler building department
~1–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Plumbing (groundwork)

    Under-floor building drain installed, shaded and under pressure test, but not covered.

  2. 2

    Water piping (groundwork)

    All under-floor water piping installed but not covered.

  3. 3

    Building sewers

    Sewer piping installed, shaded, and properly supported, but not covered.

  4. 4

    Upper-level drainage

    Tubs filled to flood rim (upper-level drainage test).

  5. 5

    Rough plumbing

    All rough-in plumbing installed and under pressure test, but not covered.

  6. 6

    Final inspection

    All plumbing work completed per approved plans and the 2024 IPC with Chandler amendments.

See the full Chandler inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Like-for-like replacement of residential water heaters and water softeners does NOT require a permit in Chandler.
  • When adding plumbing fixtures, include a Water Meter Worksheet (per Appendix A of the Homeowner's Manual) on the plans — it cannot be a separate sheet.
  • Minimum water meter size for new construction is 1 inch.
  • Contact Arizona Blue Stake (811) at least two days before any underground plumbing work.

Frequently asked questions

No. Like-for-like replacement of residential water heaters (and water softeners) is explicitly exempt from permit requirements per the City of Chandler Homeowner's Building Permit Manual (Rev. 4/09/26). Source: Homeowner's Building Permit Manual, 'Work Exempt from Permit' section, item 10.

In Chandler, the published Miscellaneous minor residential work — flat fee (1–6 plumbing openings combined with minor gas/electrical) is: $100.00. Additional published fees: Plumbing permit — valuation-based (larger projects) — Per valuation-based fee table (§4.6.1); plan review 65% of permit fee. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Plan review for a plumbing permit in Chandler typically runs 1–10 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Chandler Development Services Department — Building Safety at 480-782-3000.

You'll need: Building Permit Application. Depending on your project, Chandler may also ask for: Water Meter Worksheet. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Chandler requires 6 inspection(s) for a plumbing permit, in order: Plumbing (groundwork), Water piping (groundwork), Building sewers, Upper-level drainage, Rough plumbing, Final inspection. Schedule each through City of Chandler Development Services Department — Building Safety (480-782-3000).

Apply through City of Chandler Development Services Department — Building Safety at 215 E. Buffalo St., Chandler, AZ 85225. Phone: 480-782-3000, email: prod@chandleraz.gov. Office hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, except holidays; Walk-in plan review: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Official information: https://www.chandleraz.gov/government/departments/development-services/building-safety-plan-review-permits-and-inspections.

Chandler, Arizona has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) — adopted by Chandler City Council, Ordinance No. 5108; effective for plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025; Chandler amendments published in City Code Chapter 29, Article II (Ordinance No. 5108); 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 29, Article VI); effective July 1, 2025; 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 29, Article III); effective July 1, 2025; Chandler's 2024 code set retains the 2023 NEC edition (not the 2024 NEC); 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 29, Article IV); effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 29, Article V); effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 29, Article VII); effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 29, Article VIII); effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 29, Article IX); effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 29, Article X); effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 5108 (City Code Chapter 28); effective July 1, 2025. Local amendments apply — see the Chandler overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

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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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