Construction Services in
Chandler, Arizona
Primary suite remodels, kitchen expansions, outdoor living spaces, and new builds — Chandler homeowners trust Echelon Valley for quality construction.
Chandler Construction Specialists
Chandler's tech corridor and affluent homeowner base create consistent demand for high-quality renovation and custom construction. We work throughout Chandler — from established neighborhoods near the historic downtown to newer master-planned communities near the 202. Our crews are familiar with Chandler's inspection process and code requirements, resulting in faster approvals and fewer issues on-site.
Chandler's Development Services Building Safety division, located at 215 E. Buffalo St., reviews plans Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Unlike many neighboring East Valley cities, Chandler adopted its own ADU ordinance in 2021 that goes further than Arizona's statewide requirements — the city permits both owner-occupied and non-owner-occupied ADUs with no parking requirement, and waives impact fees entirely for detached units under 750 square feet. That makes Chandler one of the more contractor-friendly cities in the Valley for casita and guest house builds.
Chandler enforces the 2021 International Fire Code with local amendments, which affects outdoor kitchen and fire pit installations — wood-burning fires are prohibited on Maricopa County Air Quality Department no-burn days, though gas and propane fire features are permitted year-round without that restriction. We factor this into every outdoor living design we build in Chandler so the finished space is fully code-compliant from day one.
ADU Ordinance: Adopted 2021 — no owner-occupancy requirement, no parking mandate
ADU Impact Fees: Waived for detached units under 750 sq ft
Retaining Walls: Permit required over 4 ft, engineered plans required for taller walls
Outdoor Fire Features: Gas/propane unrestricted · wood-burning banned on MCAQD no-burn days
Building a Casita in Chandler
Chandler stands out among Arizona municipalities for how far its ADU ordinance goes beyond the state minimum. Where cities like Tempe, Mesa, and Scottsdale still impose stricter owner-occupancy rules or mandatory parking for accessory dwelling units, Chandler eliminated both. That means a Chandler homeowner can build a detached casita and rent it out immediately — no requirement to live in the main house, and no need to pour a dedicated parking pad.
Chandler also offers a fast-track, over-the-counter plan review pathway for ADUs that meet the city's prescriptive design standards, which can meaningfully shorten the permitting timeline compared to a full discretionary review. Every ADU still requires a complete building permit — architectural drawings, engineering, a site plan, and a utility plan — since Chandler City Code does not exempt any accessory dwelling unit from the permit process, regardless of size.
Our Services in Chandler
Custom Home Construction
Ground-up custom builds in Chandler. Single point of contact from permit to keys.
Learn More →Renovation & Remodeling
Kitchens, baths, whole-home remodels, and additions throughout Chandler.
Learn More →ADU / Casita Builds
Detached and attached ADUs in Chandler, built to the city's 2021 ordinance. We handle all local permitting.
Learn More →Outdoor Living Spaces
Pool decks, patios, pergolas, and outdoor kitchens built to Chandler's fire and building code.
Learn More →Other Arizona Communities
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Chandler require an ADU to be owner occupied?
No. Chandler adopted its own ADU ordinance in 2021 that permits both owner occupied and non owner occupied accessory dwelling units, with no parking requirement.
Are ADU impact fees waived in Chandler?
Yes, for detached ADUs under 750 square feet. Chandler waives impact fees entirely for units under that size, making it one of the more contractor friendly cities in the Valley for casita builds.
Can I have a wood burning fire pit in Chandler?
Only on days that are not designated no burn days by the Maricopa County Air Quality Department. Gas and propane fire features are permitted year round without that restriction.
Where do I submit building permits in Chandler?
Through Chandler's Development Services Building Safety division at 215 E. Buffalo St., open Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
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