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Permit Review Detail

Permit Number: TC-COM-0626-00998
Parcel: 11105020C

Review Status: Requires Resubmit

Review Details: COMMERCIAL REVIEW - FULL v.1

Permit Number - TC-COM-0626-00998
Review Name: COMMERCIAL REVIEW - FULL v.1
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
Review Date Reviewer's Name Type of Review Description Status Comments
07/23/2026 Bldg Permits - Post Review Express PENDING ASSIGNMENT
07/23/2026 Commercial Building Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT Please submit your revised documents and provide a letter with a written response letter addressing each of the comments indicating how the Review comments were resolved. Please note the submittal was incomplete and the plan review was conducted using the information presented. The subsequent review could generate more comments after original comments have been addressed.
Please contact me if you have any questions about the below comments. I can be reached at email mark.masek@tucsonaz.gov
1. Sheet G0.0: Please revise the Project Data to include the Design Occupant Load for this project as this information is required and used for the C of O. IBC 107.2.1
2. Sheet G0.0: Please amend the plans to provide a Plumbing Fixture Analysis showing the minimum number of plumbing fixtures. IBC 107.2.1, IBC 2902, Table 2902.1 For example, Water Closets, Lavatories, etc
3. Sheet G1.01: Please revise the plans to provide an occupant load analysis. The construction documents (code analysis/code summary sheet) do not include the calculated occupant load(s) for the building/space. Per IBC Section 107.2.1, construction documents shall include the occupant load for each floor/space. Please revise the code analysis to provide:
A. The total number of occupants for the story or floor is shown. IBC 107.2.3
B. The number of occupants is shown for every room and space. IBC 107.2.3
C. The occupant load factor and area are shown for every room and space. IBC 1004.5
D. The occupant load factor used reflects the use/function of the space. IBC 1004.5
E. The total building occupant load.
E. Please revise the code analysis sheet to include this information and resubmit.
4. Sheet G1.01 & Sheet A0.04: The occupant load calculated for the Courtyard will likely exceed 50 occupants. Per IBC 1006.2.1, spaces with an occupant load of 50 or more require a minimum of two (2) exits or exit access doorways. Provide an additional egress door from the Courtyard to satisfy this requirement.
A. Additionally, per IBC 1010.1.2.1, egress doors serving a space with an occupant load of 50 or more shall swing in the direction of egress travel. Ensure the egress doors swing direction on the plans accordingly for all egress doors serving the Courtyard.
B. Per IBC 1010.1.10, doors serving a space with an occupant load of 50 or more shall be equipped with panic hardware or fire exit hardware. Provide panic hardware on all egress doors serving the Courtyard, and update door schedule/hardware sets accordingly.
C. Please revise floor plans, door schedule, and hardware sets to reflect the additional egress door, correct swing direction, and panic hardware. IBC 107.2.1.
6.Please revise the plans to show at least 5 percent, but not less than one, of the dining surfaces for the seating and standing spaces shall be accessible and be distributed throughout the facility and located on a level accessed by an accessible route. IBC 1109.2.1
7. Sheet S1.02: Please revise the Governing Code to be the 2024 IBC
8. Sheet S1.02: Please revise plans to provide project specific Deferred submittals as several Items do not appear to be a part of this project. IBC 107.2.1
9. Structural Calculations Page #2: Please update the Design Criteria to use.
2024 IBC with local amendments,
ASCE 7-22,
ASIC 360-22
ASIC 341-22
NDS 2024
TMS 402/602-2022
Please contact me if you have any questions about the above comments.
Mark Masek
Plans Examiner – Building Safety
Planning and Development Services | City of Tucson
main 520.837.4994
email mark.masek@tucsonaz.gov
07/20/2026 Commercial Electrical Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT Commercial Electrical Review TC-COM-0626-00998 (3338 E FORT LOWELL RD TUCSON, AZ 85716)
Plan review for the above referenced structure has been completed. This letter reflects comments to be addressed. Provide updated Plans/calculations and a written response Letter to each of the notated items indicating action taken. Resubmitted plans that do not contain a written response Letter addressing each of the notated items indicating action taken, may be delayed until response letter is received.
Code reference, 2024 International Building Code (IBC), 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC), 2012 Outdoor Lighting Code (OLC).
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/pdsd/documents/building-code/2012_outdoor_lighting_code_.pdf

Contact Jeremy Hamblin with any questions: Jeremy.hamblin@tucsonaz.gov

1. Verify circuit rating and requirements for the 40-lb electric Fryer and Pasta Cooker, and correct the provided circuit. Both are connected to circuits 14,16,18. Per the 'GEMS restaurant - Electrical Schedule' on sheet FS 4.0, both of these appliances requires 40A, individually. The provided circuit is only a single 30A supply.
Update electrical load calculations to account for the two appliances on separate circuits. This may require the 500 MCM AL conductors to need up-sizing.
2. WH-1 disconnect switch on Sheet E2 is rated for 30A, while the OCPD for this circuit is rated at 50A. Please correct.
3. Show Panel 'B' as rated for indoor, wet or damp location, next to the mop sink. NEC 408.37.
4. Update General Note N, sheet E2, to include all appliance outlets as listed in NEC 210.8(D). Include a note that GFCI protection devices shall be readily accessible and may require GFCI breakers, NEC 210.8.
07/23/2026 Commercial Mechanical Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT Provide heating and cooling load calculations to justify the heating/cooling capacities of the specified HVAC units. Reference: Sections C403.1.1 and C403.3.1, IECC 2018.

If you have any questions about this review comment, I can be reached at Robert.Sherry@tucsonaz.gov
07/23/2026 Commercial Plumbing Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT 1. Provide roof drainage and scupper size calculations based on the 100-year hourly rainfall rate for Tucson, 3” per hour. Reference: Sections 1101.7, 1106, and 1108, IPC 2024.
2. Provide secondary (overflow) roof drainage. Reference: Sections 1108.1, 1108.2 and 1108.3, IPC 2024.
If you have any questions about this review comment, I can be reached at Robert.Sherry@tucsonaz.gov.
07/21/2026 Fire New Construction Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT -Provide a code analysis that includes all pertinent information (occupancy type, occupant load, exiting width, number of exits required/provided, etc, etc...).
-Provide the type of locking hardware on the door schedule. Include the information for the hardware on the courtyard gate.
-Revise the exiting sheet to include the courtyard. Exit A needs to include the courtyard.
-Sheet G0.02 lists fire alarm as a separate permit. Verify if a fire alarm is being installed. This occupancy might not need a fire alarm. Unable to determine because of missing information in the code analysis.
john.vincent@tucsonaz.gov
5203495581
07/20/2026 Outdoor Lighting Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT Outdoor Lighting Review TC-COM-0626-00998 (3338 E FORT LOWELL RD TUCSON, AZ 85716)
Plan review for the above referenced structure has been completed. This letter reflects comments to be addressed. Provide updated Plans/calculations and a written response Letter to each of the notated items indicating action taken. Resubmitted plans that do not contain a written response Letter addressing each of the notated items indicating action taken, may be delayed until response letter is received.

Contact Jeremy Hamblin with any questions: Jeremy.hamblin@tucsonaz.gov

Code reference, 2024 International Building Code (IBC), 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC), 2012 Outdoor Lighting Code (OLC).
Outdoor Lighting Review:
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/pdsd/documents/building-code/2012_outdoor_lighting_code_.pdf


1. The replacement, relocation and installation of new lighting fixtures requires compliance with the City of Tucson Outdoor Lighting Code.
2. Provide an outdoor site lighting plan that meets the requirements of OLC 104.2. Show/locate the different light sources on your site plan, both new and existing. Number the light fixtures on your lighting fixture table and use the same number on your site plan.
3. List the Lighting Area per OLC (typically E3) chapter 3 and used in Table 401.1. Specify the compliance option from Table 401.1 that is being used. Total outdoor light output shall not exceed the lumen limits listed in Table 401.1.
4. Show compliance with City of Tucson Outdoor Lighting Code with an approved lighting calculation in accordance with OLC 104.2.1, 401.2. Include all exterior fixtures on the property in the calculations. List shielded and unshielded lights in the calculation.
5. Show unshielded fixtures with a maximum of 3,000 lumens, OLC 401.4.
6. Show lamps with a maximum of 3500K color temperature, OLC 402.1.
7. Provide the manufacturer’s specification sheets for the outdoor lighting fixtures. Include the lumen and color temperature values for each outdoor fixture type.
8. Indicate whether or not a special inspection is required per sec. 104.2.2, and 106.2.

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/city-services/planning-development-services/documents/special_inspection_certificate_odl.pdf

9. Specify any exceptions used.

10. Provide Curfew lighting controls If applicable Per section 403.
07/10/2026 Site Engineering Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT Permit Activity Number: TC-COM-0626-00998 (1st Review)
Project: Construction of a new 1,693 SF restaurant with an additional 1,215 SF of exterior courtyard, new parking lot and landscaping
Review Date: 7/10/2026
Reviewer: Marco Contreras – Engineering Associate - Site Engineering
Reviewer Contact: Marco.contreras@tucsonaz.gov
Related cases: TD-DEV-0626-00172

Plan review for the above referenced structure has been completed. This letter reflects comments to be addressed to ensure final approval from Site Engineering.
To help speed up your resubmittal and facilitate shorter review timelines, please include a response letter along with your updated plans and any supporting calculations. In your response letter, address each comment individually and explain what changes were made and where they can be found in the plans. Please do not mark or highlight changes in the drawings at this stage — revision markups are only used after a permit has been issued. Submit your response letter and updated plan set as two separate files.
Site Engineering Review Comments:
1. Site Engineering has completed its review of the submitted building plan set and cross-referenced it against the associated Development Package. However, final approval of Commercial TC-COM-0626-00998 cannot be granted until the associated submission of the Development Package TD-DEV-0626-00172 has received full approval and has been issued. Per UDC §3.3.3.G, building permits for sites requiring a Development Package may not be issued prior to DP approval, as the building plans must be consistent with an approved site plan. Please resubmit for final approval once the Development Package has been approved and issued by all applicable reviewers.
07/23/2026 Site Zoning Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT PDSD TRANSMITTAL

FROM: Jeffrey W. Cassidy, Planner
Planning & Development Services Department – Current Zoning Review Section

PROJECT: TC-COM-0626-00998 – Commercial – New 1,693 SF restaurant with 1,215 SF exterior courtyard, new parking lot & landscaping
3338 E FORT LOWELL RD TUCSON, AZ 85716 (R-2, C-1 Zoning)
Commercial Building Plan Review – 1st Review

TRANSMITTAL DATE: July 22, 2026

1. COMMENT: Zoning has completed its review of the submitted building plan set and cross-referenced it against the associated Development Package. However, final approval of Commercial Permit TC-COM-0626-00998 cannot be granted until the associated revision to Development Package TD-DEV- TD-DEV-0626-00172 has received full approval and has been issued. Per UDC §3.3.3.G, building permits for sites requiring a Development Package may not be issued prior to DP approval, as the building plans must be consistent with an approved site plan. Please resubmit for final approval once the Development Package has been approved and issued by all applicable reviewers. For final approval, ensure the building plans match the approved DP regarding footprint, proposed height, and square footage, and that the downspout and structure drainage systems shown in the building plans are consistent with those depicted in the Development Package plan set.

2. COMMENT: Provide this TC-COM-0626-00998 permit number and the associated development package case number, TD-DEV-0626-00172, adjacent to the title block on each sheet.

3. COMMENT: Additional comments may be forthcoming on the next review based on responses to Zoning and other PDSD reviewer comments.

RESUBMITTAL OF THE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED:
1. Corrected commercial building permit.
2. Provide a detailed response letter with your submittal that clearly shows how you have addressed all Zoning comments.

To resubmit visit Tucson Development Center at https://tdc-online.tucsonaz.gov/#/home .

Instructions for resubmittal - https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/pdsd/documents/tdc-faq/old-pdfs/double-old/resubmittals.pdf

If you have any questions about this transmittal, please contact jeffrey.cassidy@tucsonaz.gov

The Unified Development Code (UDC) can be found at: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Codes/Zoning-Code .
07/23/2026 Water - PDSD Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT The pressure loss calculations on P2.00 call for the installation of a 1” water meter to serve the restaurant building but on the plumbing plan – water, P1.01, a ¾” water meter. Clarify which size of water meter will be installed.
If you have any questions about this review comment, I can be reached at Robert.Sherry@tucsonaz.gov
07/01/2026 PDSD Application Completeness Express REVIEW COMPLETED