It isn't the best from an energy point of view but I suspect most places would not have a code about it. A gap of a few inches would solve most of the energy issues.
Electric ranges are often slide between to wood cabinets (mine is) and while I open the bread drawer (to prevent sweating) on one side when I use the self clean feature I have never felt any danger of fire.
Electric ranges are often slide between to wood cabinets (mine is) and while I open the bread drawer (to prevent sweating) on one side when I use the self clean feature I have never felt any danger of fire.