Life safety and property protection are the primary goals of the Chandler Fire Prevention Division. Fire Prevention personnel perform inspections of businesses within the City of Chandler to assist business owners in eliminating hazards and maintaining a safe workplace.
The Fire Prevention Division is responsible for enforcing City Council-adopted codes and ordinances, issuing various permits, follow-up on citizen complaints in regards to possible hazards, and maintaining records for businesses in the City. Fire Prevention also conducts Fire Investigations. They are frequently assigned to determine the cause and origin of fires. Members of the division assist other departments throughout the Valley through mutual aid agreements.
Any arson activity can be reported to the Arson Hotline at 1-800-352-7766.
Arizona law regulates when and where consumer fireworks can be bought, sold, and used in the state.
The City of Chandler currently operates under the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code.
Chandler Fire maintains a list of approved fire protection contractors who provide maintenance, repair and inspection services to the general public. Contractors not on the Fire Protection Contractors List are prohibited from doing business in the City of Chandler. If you would like a copy of this list or want to apply to be added, please get in touch with the Fire Prevention at 480-782-2120.
Mobile Food Unit Inspection Schedule & Event Guidelines
Mobile Food Unit (MFU) Inspections
Thursdays
6:30 – 8 a.m. & 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Chandler Fire Department Headquarters
151 E. Boston St. Chandler, AZ 85225
Reminders
- Please ensure your unit is ready and accessible during the scheduled inspection times.
- All MFU operators are strongly encouraged to coordinate with their local Fire Department for an Annual Fire Safety Inspection.
- Proof of fire inspection may be requested when applying to attend events or operating within the City of Chandler.
Annual Fire Inspection (MFU)
Required before events:
- MFUs must have a current annual fire inspection completed prior to any event.
- Inspections from other fire departments are accepted with documentation. Submit a copy of the inspection report for review.
- MFUs will not be approved for events without a valid inspection.
Food Vendors (Tent)
- No cooking or open flames are permitted under tents.
Required Forms (MFU & Tent)
- Form 700: Food Vendor Application: must be filled out correctly and completely.
- Form 721: Tent/Canopy Application: required for tents over 401 sq. ft.
Fire Extinguishers (MFU & Tent)
- Must be inspected annually and display a current inspection tag.
- Must be mounted, accessible, and properly hung.
- Required Sizes:
- 2A:10BC Dry Chemical
- 1.5 Gallon Class “K” (for grease-laden vapor cooking)
Fire Suppression Systems (MFU)
- Required for MFUs that cook using grease-laden vapors.
- Must be:
- Inspected every 6 months
- Tagged with a current inspection tag
- Cleaned at least every 6 months
- Equipped with an appropriate nozzle cover
Cooking with LP Gas (MFU)
- LP gas containers & piping must be:
- Inspected annually
- Labeled and securely mounted
- Maximum capacity: 200 lbs
- Must have a listed LP-gas alarm
Cooking with CNG (MFU)
- CNG containers must be:
- Inspected every 3 years
- Properly secured
- Within a max capacity of 1,300 lbs water capacity
- Vehicles must be equipped with a methane alarm
- Components must be protected from tampering, damage, and impact
Electrical Devices (MFU & Tent)
- All electrical devices must be properly maintained
Generators (MFU & Tent)
- Must be placed at least 10 ft from structures, vehicles, and combustibles
- Exhaust must vent away from openings
- Must be shielded from public access
- Must cool down before fueling – cannot be fueled while running
- Hazardous Materials
- Fireworks
- Special Events
- Temporary Membrane Structure/Tents
- Open Flame/Open Burning
- Carnivals and Fairs
- Motor Fuel - Dispensing Stations Permit
- Emergency Responder Radio Communication
- Firefighter Air Replenishment System (FARS)
Chandler Fire has several Plan Review Guides and Standard Details available to assist you with your plan review submittals.
To submit a plan for review or to ask questions about plan reviews, please call Planning Services at 480-782-3000.
Reports can be requested for all of the following: Fire Reports, Occupancy Inspection Reports, Environmental Reports, Hazardous Materials Incidents, Spills, Underground Tanks, Aboveground Tanks, and Vaulted Tanks.
| Aaron Huckstep Fire Marshal | Nick Alonzo Lead Fire Inspector | Ruben Briones Fire Inspector |
| Ryan Johnston Fire Inspector | Nathan Medrano Fire Inspector | Zach Shawd Fire Inspector |
| Deems Shepard Fire Inspector | Laurel Schamber Fire Inspector | Steve Nicoll Fire Inspector |
Address
151 E. Boston St.
Chandler, AZ 85225