Civil Engineering Plan Review staff are responsible for the review and approval of civil plans associated with developments and capital improvement projects. The civil engineering portion of site development includes:
- Infrastructure Improvements: Grading, Drainage, Retention, Paving, Water, Sewer, Reclaimed Water and Fire Lines
- Plats: Preliminary Plats, Final Plats, Re-Plat, and Minor Land Divisions
Pre-Technical ReviewThe City of Chandler Pre-technical Review is now required for any proposed subdivision, site plan development, new building or substantial building addition. This process is free of charge. Pre-Technical Site Plan Review Application, Instructions & Process |
Electronic Plan Review
The city can receive, review, and return engineering designs electronically. Customers can register, set up a log-in and password. First-time users of the system are encouraged to call the city to speak with staff who can assist them. The city will continue accepting printed plans but will be encouraging customers to begin using the online system.
- Quick Tips for Electronic Submittal
- Registering for Citizen Access
- Full Electronic Submittal Instructions
- Citizen Access
Civil Fees & Processing
| Document | Review Fees (Effective – July 1, 2018) | Review Time Frame |
| Preliminary Plat | Civil: $785 + $7.85/lot Planning: $785 + $7.85/lot | 10 business days |
| Minor Land Division (MLD) | Civil: $340 Planning: $315 Recording Per Maricopa County Fees | 20 business days |
| Final Plat/Re-Plat | Civil: $850 + $8.50/lot Planning: $785 +7.85/lot Recording Per Maricopa County Fees | 20 business days |
| Improvement Plans | Civil: $440/sheet * Contact Planner for Major/Minor Classification (Major-$2,395 + $105/acre, Minor-$385) | 20 business days |
| Re-Approvals | Civil: $110 | 20 business days |
* Review Fees are calculated by sheet count and do not include Landscaping or Erosion and Sediment Control Plans. Additional review fees of $150/sheet/review are added after 4 or more reviews.
Plats
| Preliminary Plat | Preliminary Plat Review Checklist | Preliminary Plat Submittal Form |
| Final Plat/Re-Plat | Final Plat Review Checklist | Final Plat Submittal Form |
| Minor Land Division (MLD) | Final Plat Submittal Form | Minor Land Division Submittal Form |
Improvement Plans
On-site improvement plans must be submitted separately from off-site plans with a different City Log Number to meet close-out and bonding requirements.
Floodplains in Chandler
Several small areas in Chandler are located in what is commonly referred to as the 100-year floodplain. These areas are generally adjacent to canal banks and railroad track embankments where water ponds can develop during periods of heavy rainfall. To determine whether your property is located in a floodplain, visit the Maricopa County Flood Control District.