If placing this unit between counter height cabinets with the back of unit up to a sheetrock wall, is a special barrier needed to prevent a fire hazard?

Hello Melanie, thank you for your inquiry. We are excited to see that you are considering a ZLINE range! You will not need to have a special barrier as the ranges are meant to be freestanding and can be up against a wall. The heat will escape from above the door. Please reach out to us at zlinekitchen.com/contact and our team would be happy to assist you in anything you may need! Thank you!