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Residential Building Permit (New Home / Addition / Remodel) in Chandler, Arizona

A 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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When you need this permit

  • 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) Owner-builderContractor
  • 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

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Fee schedule

Building permit — valuation-based fee table (Res. 4703)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.
$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
Plan review feeCity 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.
65% of the building permit fee
Foundation Only PermitCity of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(h).
25% of the calculated building permit fee
Re-inspection feeCity of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.3(b).
$60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum
Permit Reinstatement (within one year of expiration)City of Chandler Fee Schedule, Section 4.6.4(i).
50% of current permit fee

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Chandler building department
~5–20 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Footings

    All forms, reinforcing steel and UFER ground in place; schedule before concrete is poured. An additional inspection is required for stems poured separately.

  2. 2

    Monolithic footing

    Reinforcing steel, UFER, forms and accessories in place, but not covered.

  3. 3

    Plumbing (groundwork)

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

  4. 4

    Water piping and water service (groundwork)

    Under-floor water piping installed but not covered; water service yard piping installed and under pressure but not covered.

  5. 5

    Building sewers

    Sewer piping connecting the building to the private or public sewer is installed, shaded and properly supported, but not covered.

  6. 6

    Strap and shear

    All shear panels and mechanical fasteners installed, but not covered.

  7. 7

    Rough electrical, rough plumbing, rough HVAC, and framing (concurrent)

    Inspections 10–13 are typically done concurrently: all rough-in electrical installed (not covered); all rough-in plumbing installed and under pressure (not covered); all rough-in mechanical work installed (not covered); building is 'dried in' and all framing, gussets, shear panels, anchors and all trade rough-ins are in place (not covered).

  8. 8

    Wallboard

    Wallboard installed and nailed, but not filled or taped.

  9. 9

    Lath inspection (if applicable)

    All substrate wire mesh and trim installed, ready to receive stucco, but not covered.

  10. 10

    Final Inspection

    Building completed to the requirements of the approved plans, specifications, and the City of Chandler codes.

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

Tips

  • Plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025 must comply with the 2024 I-Codes and 2023 NEC (Ordinance No. 5108). Plans submitted before that date use the prior code set.
  • All submittals require a plot plan showing property lines, all existing buildings with dimensions, and the proposed work with distances to property lines.
  • Walk-in plan review is available Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM for most residential additions and renovations — useful for minor projects.
  • Chandler's minimum permit fee is $50.00; plan review is 65% of the permit fee and is due at submittal.
  • Expedited plan review is available at the Building Official's discretion for twice the normal plan review fee.
  • Contact a City Planner (480-782-3050) before submitting for additions to verify zoning setbacks, lot coverage, and architectural compatibility requirements.
  • Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are required when performing interior work that requires a permit (except plumbing or mechanical only); they must be interconnected and tested by the Building Inspector.

Frequently asked questions

Chandler requires a residential building permit (new home / addition / remodel) for: 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. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Chandler Development Services Department — Building Safety at 480-782-3000 before starting work.

In Chandler, the published Building permit — valuation-based fee table (Res. 4703) is: $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. Additional published fees: Plan review fee — 65% of the building permit fee; Foundation Only Permit — 25% of the calculated building permit fee; Re-inspection fee — $60.00/hour, 1-hour minimum; Permit Reinstatement (within one year of expiration) — 50% of current 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 residential building permit (new home / addition / remodel) in Chandler typically runs 5–20 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; Plot Plan; Floor Plan and Elevations. Depending on your project, Chandler may also ask for: Structural Details. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Chandler requires 10 inspection(s) for a residential building permit (new home / addition / remodel), in order: Footings, Monolithic footing, Plumbing (groundwork), Water piping and water service (groundwork), Building sewers, Strap and shear, Rough electrical, rough plumbing, rough HVAC, and framing (concurrent), Wallboard, Lath inspection (if applicable), Final Inspection. Schedule each through City of Chandler Development Services Department — Building Safety (480-782-3000).

Apply electronically through the Citizen Access portal at aca-prod.accela.com/CHANDLER/ or walk in to 215 E. Buffalo St. (walk-in available Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM). Submit a completed Building Permit Application, a plot plan, and full construction drawings. Plans submitted on or after July 1, 2025 must comply with the 2024 I-Codes and 2023 NEC (Ordinance No. 5108). Source: City of Chandler Building Safety — Plan Review, Permits and Inspections page and Homeowner's Building Permit Manual (Rev. 4/09/26).

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.

Fees are valuation-based using the City of Chandler Fee Schedule (Res. 4703). Valuation for new construction is based on ICC Building Valuation Data $/sq ft; for alterations, valuation is all construction costs approved by the Building Official. A plan review fee of 65% of the permit fee is due at submittal. Example: a $100,000 project = $893.00 permit fee + $580.45 plan review = approximately $1,473.45. Source: City of Chandler Fee Schedule §4.6 and Homeowner's Building Permit Manual.

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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