Permanent outdoor kitchens in Chandler require building, plumbing, gas, and electrical permits through Chandler Development Services Department when they include gas line connections, electrical service, plumbing, or significant structural elements. Gas work must comply with the 2024 International Fuel Gas Code as adopted by Chandler and must be performed by a licensed Arizona contractor or by an owner-applicant doing their own work.
Chandler administers building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical permits through the Development Services Department (480-782-3078) based on the 2024 International Building Code, 2024 International Residential Code, 2024 International Plumbing Code, 2024 International Mechanical Code, 2024 International Fuel Gas Code, and 2023 National Electrical Code as adopted by City ordinance. Built-in grills with natural gas line extensions require a fuel gas permit and inspection. Electrical work for outlets, lighting, or appliances needs an electrical permit. Structural elements like masonry counters, pergolas, or ramadas may require building permits depending on size and attachment. Any construction requiring a permit must be performed by a licensed contractor unless the owner-applicant performs the work themselves, per Chandler's Home Owners Building Permit Manual. Setbacks for accessory structures are set by Chapter 35 of the City Code (Land Use and Zoning), typically 5 feet from side and rear property lines in standard single-family districts. Portable BBQs do not require permits.
Installing gas, plumbing, or electrical work for an outdoor kitchen without permits violates Chandler's adopted codes and triggers stop-work orders, fines, and required removal or retroactive inspection by Development Services. Unpermitted gas lines pose explosion risk and commonly void homeowner insurance coverage. Structures violating zoning setbacks may need to be relocated or removed. Hiring unlicensed contractors for permit-required work creates separate liability under Arizona Registrar of Contractors rules.
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