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Permit Review Detail

Permit Number: TC-COM-0925-01750
Parcel: 117120210

Address:
9 N SCOTT AV

Review Status: Requires Resubmit

Review Details: COMMERCIAL REVIEW - FULL v.1

Permit Number - TC-COM-0925-01750
Review Name: COMMERCIAL REVIEW - FULL v.1
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
Review Date Reviewer's Name Type of Review Description Status Comments
10/08/2025 Commercial Electrical Standard APPROVED
10/15/2025 Water - PDSD Standard APPROVED
10/06/2025 Outdoor Lighting Standard NOT REQUIRED No modifications to the outdoor lighting.
09/24/2025 Site Engineering Standard NOT REQUIRED
10/31/2025 Bldg Permits - Post Review Express PENDING ASSIGNMENT
10/16/2025 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. Additionally, please submit complete copies of all permit documents (i.e. plans, calculations, reports, etc.) even if they have not been changed. 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.
1. It appears the majority of the Code analysis will need to be amended as this building space appears to be a three-story building with an occupiable roof space. Instead of a two story with a mezzanine, IBC Section 505.2.1 limits a mezzanine to no more than one-third of the floor area of that room or space in which they are located. IBC 107.2.1
A. Additionally, does this building have a basement? The first-floor stairway drawings appear as they might go down, as well as up, I cannot tell from the drawings.
2. Sheet A1: Please amend Code Review to list the building’s occupancy classifications. IBC 302.1 For example,
A-2 for Restaurants, cafeterias and similar dining facilities (including associated commercial kitchens) could be a B if occupant load less than 50
A-3 for the Private Break Area/Occupied Roof.
3. Buildings with more than one occupancy classification identify the mixed occupancy methodology as either accessory, nonseparated, separated, or a stated combination of types. IBC 508.1.
I. Nonseparated occupancies allowable building area, building height, and number of stories is the most restrictive of any of the nonseparated occupancies. IBC 508.3.2
II. The separated occupancy’s equation of summed ratios for each story is shown with the values used and each story does not exceed 1. IBC 508.4.2
III. The separated occupancy’s individual story’s summed ratios are shown added together and together do not exceed 3. IBC 506.2.4
4. Please amend plans to indicate if Fire Sprinklers are provided and if so, what type of sprinkler system is specified. IBC 903
5. Please indicate the Occupancy Classification of adjacent Tennant(s) provide the horizontal and vertical fire separations required to include the fire rating of the separation wall (demising Wall) IBC 508 and the floor/ceiling separation where this space encroaches over the adjacent Tennant spaces. IBC 508.4.4 Table 508.4
6. Please amend the plans to provide the fire resistive rating of the stairway enclosure and the dimensions of the landing and width of the stairway. IBC 107.2.1 Additionally amend the plans to show the direction of each stairway. For example, Up and Down arrows.
7. Please amend the plans to indicate the type of construction, as VB construction is limited to only one or two stories in most occupancies. IBC table 504.4 depending on if it is sprinkled.
8. Sheet A1: Please amend Code Review under #2A to show the fire-resistance rating of all exterior walls is shown and meets IBC Table 602. IBC 602.1 and #2 B to indicate what this note is referring to. IBC 107.2.1
9. Sheet A1: Please verify the square footage listed under #3 as the Main floor appears to be smaller than the Mezzanine. IBC 107.2.1 Additionally, the area named Mezzanine appears to be the second floor as it does not meet the definition of a mezzanine, IBC 505.2.1
10. Sheet A1: Please amend the plans to include a list of the year and name of the adopted applicable codes from the adopting ordinance. IBC 107.2.1 For example,
• 2018 International Building Code (IBC)
• 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)
• 2009 ICC A117.1 Accessibility Code (by reference)
• 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
• 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC)
• 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC)
• 2024 International Fire Code (IFC)
• 2018 International Fuel Gas (IFGC)
• 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
• City of Tucson/Pima County Outdoor Lighting Code
• Local Amendments to Above Codes (www.tucsonaz.gov/pdsd/building-codes)
11. Please amend the plans to show or provide the following information.
A. A scaled architectural site plan is provided showing all buildings or structures on the lot showing the exterior accessible route from the accessible parking spot to the accessible entrance, IBC 107.2.6 IEBC 305.4.2
B. Dimensioned distances between structures and adjacent lot lines. IBC 107.2.6
C. Dimensioned distances between structures and the centerline of directly adjacent public ways. IBC 602.1
12. Please amend the plans to show a photometric plan or other method of showing 1 footcandle of normal power illumination at the walking surface along the path(s) of exit discharge, while the building is occupied. IBC 1008.2.1, IBC 1008.2.3 For example, it doesn’t appear any exterior lights are shown at the rooftop.
13. Please amend the plans to show
A. All spaces are labeled with a name or further description as needed to adequately convey the intended purpose (use) or the multiple uses of the space. IBC 302.1 for example the retail area looks more like an eating area,
B. All spaces are labeled with their occupancy classification or classifications. IBC 302.1, 508.1
C. Non-fire-resistance rated floor openings connect only two stories. Filled annular space. IBC 714.6.
D. Mezzanines are open and occupy no more than 1/3rd of the room they are in. IBC 505.2.1, 505.2.3 Otherwise, the mezzanine would be a story.
E. Please show the allowable number of stories for this building type and Occupancy Classification. IBC Table 504.4
14. Please amend the plans to show that any enclosed usable space below stairways is protected by fire-rated construction. IBC 1011.7.3
15. Please amend the plans to show the following means of egress information.
A. The total number of occupants for the each story or floor is shown. IBC 107.2.3
B. The number of occupants is shown for every room and space including the occupied roof area. IBC 107.2.3
C. The occupant load factor and area are shown for every room and space including the occupied roof area. IBC 107.2.3 . IBC 1004.5
D. The occupant load factor used reflects the use/function of the space. IBC 1004.5
E. The area of corridors and similar spaces is included in gross area. IBC 1004.5
F. The area of aisles and aisle accessways are included in net area. IBC 1004.5
G. Assembly occupancy spaces show occupant load signage. IBC 1004.9
H. The number of occupants being served by each egress door and stairway is shown. IBC 107.2.3
I. The loss of one means of egress does not reduce required capacity by more than 50%. IBC 1005.5
16. Please amend the plans to show the following path of egress information.
A. The paths of egress are shown from the uppermost occupied space to the exit discharge. IBC 107.2.3
B. Stairways are labeled as exit stairways or exit access stairways and the stair way widths are dimensioned. IBC 107.2.3
C. The exit access travel distance is dimensioned with a clear start and stop point. IBC 1017.2
D. The common path of egress travel is dimensioned with a clear start and stop point. IBC 1006.2.1
E. Two paths of egress are provided from spaces and stories that require it. IBC 1006.2.1, 1006.3 For example, the third story/occupied rooftop would likely require two exits for occupant load. The IEBC would allow a Fire Escape if necessary. Additionally, if the building is on fire, the rooftop occupants cannot reach the stairway.
F. Exits and exit access components are separated by 1/3rd the distance of the space. IBC 1007.1
G. An indication for where to find the construction information for the stairways. IBC 1011.1
H. Doors swinging into the path of egress and obstructions/protrusions are dimensioned. IBC 1003.3, 1005.7
I. Exit signs are shown at doors, as required to direct egress, and every 100 feet. IBC 1013.1
J. Doors are labeled and a hardware schedule is provided. Free egress is provided. IBC 1010.1.9
K. Doors are side swinging, min 32” opening wide, max 48” wide, min 6-8” high. IBC 1010.1.1, 1010.1.2
L. Doors serving a space with ≥ 50 people in A occupancies have panic hardware. IBC 1010.1.10
M. Doors have landings, min 44” long, min door width wide. IBC 1010.1.5, 1010.1.6
N. Interior exit stairways go to an exit passageway, exit discharge, or a sprinkled lobby. IBC 1023.3, 1028.1
17. Please amend the roof plans to indicate the following information.
A. Show and dimension the designated area on the plans for the occupied roof. IBC 107.2.1
B. Provide the material/surface to be used for roof top walk surface. IBC 107.2.1
18. Please provide Building Sections or otherwise show the following information.
A. Provide room Finish Schedule for all rooms in all stories. IBC 107.2.1
B. Min. 7’-6” ceiling heights, protruding objects are dimensioned. IBC 1003.2, 1207.2
C. Interior wall and ceiling finishes are specifically identified in all floors. IBC 801.1
D. Interior wall and ceiling finishes are classified for fire and smoke. IBC 803.1
E. Foam plastics are not used in interior finish or trim, except as indicated. IBC 802.7
F. Foam plastics have 1 inch or more of masonry/concrete cover or has a thermal barrier. IBC 2603.4
G. Interior floor finishes are specifically identified. IBC 804.1
H. Carpets and fiber comprised interior floor finishes are classified. IBC 804.2
I. Curtains and fabric hangings are identified and provide test reports. IBC 806.2
19. Sheet A11: Please outline the area of the roof to be occupied and show the square footage on the plans and show any required guards or area limiting barriers to restrict the occupants to the designated area. IBC 107.2.1
20. The uppermost space appears to partly be extending beyond and is encroaching over the next tenant space. Please indicate the fire separation method used. IBC 107.2.1
21. Please provide structural analysis showing the Upper most floor/occupied roof is capable of supporting 100 PSF and this appears to be a Assembly occupancy. IBC Table 1607.1
22. Please amend the plans to show the following information.
Where an entire building undergoes a change of occupancy, it shall comply with Section 305.4.1 and shall have all of the following accessible features
A. Not fewer than one accessible building entrance.
B. Not fewer than one accessible route from an accessible building entrance to primary function areas.
C. Signage complying with Section 1111 of the International Building Code.
D. Accessible parking, where parking is being provided.
E. Not fewer than one accessible passenger loading zone, where loading zones are provided.
F. Not fewer than one accessible route connecting accessible parking and accessible passenger loading zones to an accessible entrance.
G. Please show at least one accessible route connecting each accessible story, mezzanine and occupied roofs in multilevel buildings and facilities. IBC 1104.4
H. An elevator is required for stories, and occupied roofs that have an aggregate area of not more than 3,000 square feet and are located above and below accessible levels. IBC 1104.4
a. IEBC 305.7 requires that accessibility be provided to the altered spaces. Where the existing path of travel elements, which entails a primary entrance, a primary path of travel, sanitary facilities serving the area, and signs. Accessibility upgrades shall be required in accordance with IEBC.305.7.

b. 1. If the cost of providing or upgrading the items above to be accessible is disproportionate to the cost of construction (exceeds 20% of the cost of construction not including accessibility upgrades), please provide information to verify construction costs. If this exemption is taken, accessibility upgrades equaling 20% of the cost of the project shall be made.
These construction drawings were incomplete, and further reviews are likely after the response to the comments.

Please contact me if you have any questions about these comments.
Mark Masek
Plans Examiner – Building Safety
Planning and Development Services | City of Tucson
main 520.837.4994
email mark.masek@tucsonaz.gov
10/15/2025 Commercial Mechanical Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT Show that the “walk-in” (cooler?) meets the construction and efficiency requirements of Sections C403.10.2 and C403.10.2.1, IECC 2018.
10/15/2025 Commercial Plumbing Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT 1. No construction details for the proposed shower were found. If the shower does not have a prefabricated receptor, provide details to show that the construction of the receptor complies with the requirements of Section 421.5, IPC 2018.
2. Clarify detail 206: why does an electric water heater have a flue? Reference: section 107.2.1, IBC 2018.
3. Clarify the Water Heater System Schedule for WH-2. Should note #1 be removed? Reference: Section 107.2.1, IBC 2018.
10/31/2025 Design Review Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT Please indicate on Sheet A1:
1) The existing and proposed land use, and parking calculations. The proposed bakery is a change of use that may require additional parking;
2) Indicate if any exterior modifications visible from the right-of-way are being proposed, besides the new mechanical equipment on the roof.
Once the information above is provided, staff will determine if RNA review will be needed. If you have any questions, please let me know: maria.gayosso@tucsonaz.gov. Thank you.
10/14/2025 Fire New Construction Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT -Provide the actual occupancy group classification you are proposing. B, M, A2, etc...
Will the private break area be used for events (assembly purposes)?
-Provide the OL of the outdoor patio area and private break area. OL list only shows private office area.
john.vincent@tucsonaz.gov
5203495581
10/23/2025 Site Zoning Standard REQUIRES RESUBMIT PDSD TRANSMITTAL

FROM:
Bobby Parsons
PDSD Zoning Review Section

PROJECT:
TC-COM-0925-01750
9 N. Scott Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701
Existing building/first floor retail remodel into Bakery/Mezzanine and second floor office remodel adding bathrooms (1st Review)

TRANSMITTAL DATE: 10/23/2025

Comment: Please resubmit revised drawings along with a detailed response letter which states how all Zoning Review Section comments were addressed.

This site is located in the OCR-2 zone (UDC 4.7.27).

1. Comment: As there are multiple uses proposed, please clearly define each use per the Unified Development Code (UDC) and if applicable, include any Use Specific Standards associated with each use.
2. Comment: As this site is located within the COT Downtown Core and Rio Nuevo Area (RNA), RNA review must be completed and approved prior to zoning approval of this building permit. Please contact Maria Gayosso at Maria.Gayosso@tucsonaz.gov if you have questions about the RNA review process. Site Zoning cannot approve this permit until the RNA review has been approved. Additional information about RNA requirements can be found at: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/3/pdsd/documents/planning-amp-zoning/rna-application-and-review-process.pdf.
3. Comment: Additional comments may be forthcoming based on responses to zoning comments and plans submitted.

If you have any questions about this transmittal, please contact Bobby Parsons at Robert.Parsons@tucsonaz.gov.
09/24/2025 PDSD Application Completeness Express REVIEW COMPLETED