Accessory Structures in Chandler, AZ (2026)
9 verified accessory structures rules for Chandler, Arizona, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
ADU Rules
Arizona HB 2720 (effective January 2025) allows ADUs by right on single-family lots in Chandler. Up to 2 ADUs per lot (1 attached, 1 detached). Maximum 1,000 sq ft or 75% of main dwelling. Chandler adopted Ordinance 5113 for compliance.
Chandler ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Rules
Some RestrictionsChandler City Code Chapter 35, Section 35-2202.2 (Ordinance No. 5113, adopted December 9, 2024)
35-2202.2 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS. (1) ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS ARE PERMITTED ON ANY LOT OR PARCEL WHERE A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING IS THE PRINCIPAL USE, SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING: (A) A MAXIMUM OF ONE ATTACHED AND ONE DETACHED ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT SHALL BE PERMITTED. AN ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT SHALL NOT EXCEED SEVENTY-FIVE (75) PERCENT OF THE GROSS FLOOR AREA OF THE EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWE...
ADU Permits
Chandler permits accessory dwelling units by-right under Arizona Revised Statutes section 9-461.18, enacted by HB 2720 in 2024 and effective for cities over 75,000 population on or before January 1, 2025. Chandler's Land Use and Zoning Code (City Code Chapter 35) was amended in late 2024 to comply. Single-family lots may have one detached and one attached ADU; lots over one acre may add a third detached ADU.
Chandler ADU Permit Requirements
Few RestrictionsADU Impact Fees
Chandler does not impose dedicated ADU impact fees. Ariz. Rev. Stat. section 9-461.18 limits the fees cities may charge on accessory dwelling units to ensure compliance with the state by-right mandate. Standard building permit and plan review fees through Chandler Development Services apply, calculated on construction valuation. Water and sewer development fees may apply only when new utility connections are installed.
Chandler ADU Impact Fees
Few RestrictionsADU Owner Occupancy
Chandler may not require owner-occupancy as a condition of building or operating an accessory dwelling unit. Arizona Ariz. Rev. Stat. section 9-461.18 (HB 2720) preempts owner-occupancy mandates for cities over 75,000 population. Chandler's ADU code amendments adopted in November 2024 removed any prior owner-occupancy condition. Investor-owned ADUs are permitted on single-family lots.
Chandler ADU Owner-Occupancy Rules
Few RestrictionsADU Rental Restrictions
Chandler ADUs may be rented for long-term and short-term stays. Ariz. Rev. Stat. section 9-461.18 prohibits Chandler from banning short-term rental of ADUs as a category. Short-term rentals (under 30 days) must be licensed under Chandler City Code Chapter 22, with mandatory neighbor notification, an emergency contact, and a Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license. License fees are capped at $250 per state law.
Chandler ADU Rental and Short-Term Rental Rules
Some RestrictionsShed Rules
Chandler regulates sheds and accessory buildings through the building code and zoning standards. Larger sheds require building permits, and all accessory structures must meet setback and height requirements.
Chandler Shed and Accessory Building Permits
Some RestrictionsGarage Conversions
Chandler permits ADUs on single-family lots subject to building setbacks and a 15-foot height limit. One accessory building is allowed per lot, and ADUs may not be used as short-term rentals.
Chandler Garage Conversion and ADU Rules
Some RestrictionsCarport Rules
Carport construction in Chandler requires a building permit and must comply with zoning setback and height requirements. Carports are classified as accessory structures subject to lot coverage limits.
Chandler Carport Permit Requirements
Some RestrictionsTiny Homes
Chandler permits tiny homes as ADUs on permanent foundations in single-family zones, subject to the 15-foot height limit and one accessory building per lot. Tiny homes on wheels are classified as RVs.
Chandler Tiny Home and ADU Standards
Some RestrictionsLooking for Maricopa County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Chandler city rules.
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