Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
Review Details: RESIDENTIAL ADD/ALT v.3
Permit Number - TC-RES-0226-00751
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL ADD/ALT v.3
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2026 | Residential Engineering | APPROVED | |||
| 04/02/2026 | Bldg Permits - Post Review Express | PENDING ASSIGNMENT | |||
| 04/02/2026 | Residential Zoning | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | PDSD TRANSMITTAL FROM: Jeffrey W. Cassidy, Planner Planning & Development Services Department – Current Zoning Review Section PROJECT: TC-RES-0226-00751 – Residential Building – CE-VIO0126-00528, existing unpermitted carport 6801 E FLAMENCO DR TUCSON, AZ 85710 (R-1 Zoning) Site Plan Review – 2nd Review TRANSMITTAL DATE: April 02, 2026 This site is in the R-1 Residence Zone (UDC 4.7.8). A single-family residence is permitted use in this zone (Table 4.8-2) subject to Use Specific Standards 4.9.7.B.5 - .9 for 1 unit; The City's Unified Development Code (UDC) (Section 1.4.1.C) establishes that before the City issues any approvals or permits; we must confirm that a site complies with UDC standards. Therefore, as part of permit reviews, we review a site's permit history and compare it to aerial photography to confirm that unpermitted work has not occurred. In many cases, this does mean that a homeowner must apply for permits for unpermitted work before we can approve any new work on that site. Plan review for the above referenced existing unpermitted carport has been completed. This letter reflects comments to be addressed. For facilitating a shorter back check time, please provide updated plans and calculations with a written response to each of the notated items indicating action taken. Do not cloud the changes made for comment updates; revisions are processed if changes occur after the permit is issued. 1. COMMENT: The site plan provided is incomplete. Provide a site plan that meets the requirements show in the plot plan example at the following link: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/2/pdsd/documents/plan-samples/basic-site-plan_feb2026.pdf Specifically: A. Draw, label and dimension everything that exists on the property to a scalable drawing graphic (examples include the principal residence, porches, breezeways, sidewalks, driveways, parking spots, walls, fences, ramada, shed, carport, shade sail, cistern, pool, guest house, sleeping quarters, accessory dwelling unit) and provide dimensions of any structure as it relates to nearby structures and property lines and provide the heights (measured from above finish grade to top of wall, etc.) of those structures that run parallel-perpendicular to any nearby adjacent property lines. Provide dimensions of all structures (permitted and unpermitted) to adjacent property lines. B. Refer to Pima County’s website https://gis.pima.gov/maps/detail.cfm?&parcel=133222560 to locate and provide the legal description, subdivision name, book and page numbers, township-section and range, sequence number on the plot plan. C. Draw, label and dimension all property lines, (provide accurate property line lengths) and the 10’-0” utility easement along the west property line to be reflective in the property title report. Refer to Pima County’s website https://onbase.pima.gov/publicaccess/DS_NextGen_Single/etc/cq/results.html?cqid=240&OBKey__552_1=12071 . The math of the property line lengths will produce the total parcel square footage. D. A lot coverage calculation table was not provided. Per UDC Article 6.4.3.C.1.a roofed areas, porches, open on at least one side are NOT included in the calculation and per UDC Article 6.4.3.B.3.b Vehicular use areas, measured within the outside edges of any area allocated to vehicle use, whether improved or unimproved, are included in the lot coverage. Calculate (measure) square footage of every enclosed (NOT open structures like a porch, ramada, carport) structure on site and all vehicular use area (driveway, parking, turnaround, backup) and input into lot coverage calculation table. A carport would be calculated under vehicular use area. These separate ‘category numbers are added together and divided by the total parcel square footage to produce the lot coverage percentage that demonstrates compliance (or not). E. Draw, label and dimension the principal residence graphic to be representative of that via Pima County’s website (property record card) https://www.asr.pima.gov/ParcelData/prc/13322/2560.pdf . Include any unpermitted additions, modifications and label. F. Provide dimension from centerline of street name to curb. See the paving plan https://maps-and-records.tucsonaz.gov/construction-plans/details/I-736 for reference. G. Provide dimension from curb to property line. https://maps-and-records.tucsonaz.gov/construction-plans/details/I-736 H. Provide R-1 zoning labels on all four sides of this parcel. I. The scale noted does not match the plan graphics on the site. Update the graphics to match the scale noted or vice-versa. 2. COMMENT: Per UDC 6.6.3.C. standard, detached accessory buildings, including accessory dwelling units, are not permitted in the buildable area extending the full width of the lot between the principal building and front street lot line, except for shade structures or carports not over 400 square feet in floor area, terraces and steps not over three high above the natural grade, paved areas, and fences or walls. The existing carport is currently dimensioned as 29’-9” x 23’-8”, totaling 704 square feet, exceeding the 400 square foot allowable standard by at least 304 square feet. To leave the carport in its current state, would require a Board of Adjustment Variance. Zoning cannot approve this permit until the Board of Adjustment (B/A) Variance Process is completed and approved. See below for more information on the B/A Variance process. 3. COMMENT: Per TABLE 6.4.5.C.1.a., “For single-family and duplex development, the minimum required street perimeter yard is 20’-0” measured from the street property line” Additionally, per 6.4.5.D.3.a. “Shade structures or carports may project up to 10’-0” into required perimeter yards. Such architectural features include, but are not limited to, overhangs, moveable insulating walls and roofs, detached solar collectors, reflectors and piping” Also, per UDC 6.4.5.C.1.c.(2), For carports, if the distance between the back of street curb and the carport is eight feet or less, a minimum of one foot must be provided. Zoning acknowledges you have submitted a Design Development Option for the proposed carport location but after further review via Google street view, the carport is shown built up to the north edge of the sidewalk (coincidentally, the south property line). Two options exist: A. Shorten carport 1’-0” north, toward house to meet UDC UDC 6.4.5.C.1.c.(2). B. Leave the design as-is and attempt to secure relief from this standard through the Board of Adjustment Variance process. See below for more information on the B/A Variance process. Zoning cannot approve this permit until the Board of Adjustment (B/A) Variance Process is completed and approved. See below for more information on the B/A Variance process. 4. COMMENT: A 10’-0” utility easement exists along the west property line. Two unpermitted structures (the existing unpermitted carport and 400 sf shed in the northwest corner of the property) appear to both be sited within this easement. Provide written permission from the utility purveyor to have these structures within their easement. 5. COMMENT: After reviewing the property documentation history in Property Research Online (PRO), zoning could not verify any permit documentation for the following (per your keymap) : 1a. #5 Non-Attached Shade Structure at approximately 40 sf 1b. #6 Non-Attached Shade Structure at approximately 40 sf 1c. #3 Existing Storage Shed at approximately 400 sf 1d. #7 Non-Attached Shade Structure at approximately 128 sf 1e. #4 Existing Storage Shed at approximately 84 sf Zoning will not be able to approve the permit application until the permit information is provided. If permit documentation cannot be provided, all of the structures less than 200 square feet can be included in this permit. The 400 sf shed will need its own permit. Per TABLE 6.3-2.A of the UDC (referenced below), the perimeter yard setback(s) along the north, east and west property line(s) are 5’-0”. Depending on how far the existing structuress sit off their adjacent property lines, there are five options: A. Move the strructures out of the setback(s) and easements (if applicable). B. Remove the strcutures. C. Distance is 1’-0” or more or 1-0” OR Less (encroaching in setback): If the structures are unhabitable, attempt to secure a neighbor setback waiver (provided below) signed and dated by the property owner(s) on the property opposite of the structure in violation: (Neighbor Waiver Sample – COPY AND PASTE ALL WAIVERS ONTO SITE PLAN EXACTLY AS SHOWN BELOW): My Name is __________________ and I am the owner of the property located at ________________________. I have reviewed the site plan, and I have no objection to structure being located or constructed ______ feet from the property line as depicted on the site plan. Signature: _______________________ Date:___________________________ Mi hombre es ________________ y yo soy el dueño de la propiedad ubicada en la _____________________. He revisado el plan y no tengo ninguna objeción a que estructura se encuentra o construye ____________ desde la línea de propiedad, como se muestra en el plan. Firma: _________________________Fecha:__________________________ D. Distance is 1’-0” or more from property line AND unable to obtain neighbor waiver: If unsuccessful in the attempt to retrieve the neighbor waiver, there is a Design Development Option (or DDO) which affords an attempt to seek relief from the setback requirements. Know this is an extra 6-week review and the neighbors within 100’-0” are made aware of this attempt to seek relief from being in the setback. Zoning will not be able to approve the permit application until the DDO is approved. This information is linked here: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Planning-Zoning-Applications/Zoning-Administration#section-3 To submit a DDO application, apply for a new sub-record under this permit at TDC Online. Alert the zoning review you intend to pursue so they can create the sub-record for you ahead of your next submittal Jeffrey.cassidy@tucsonaz.gov https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/2/pdsd/documents/tdc-faq/new-pdfs/sub-records.pdf See below for more information on the DDO process. E. Distance is less than 1’-0” from property line AND unable to obtain neighbor waiver: If unsuccessful in your attempt to retrieve the neighbor waiver, a board of adjustment variance will be required to permit the structure as shown on the site. See variance requirements below. Zoning cannot approve this permit until the Board of Adjustment (B/A) Variance Process is completed and approved. See below for more information on the B/A Variance process. 6. COMMENT: Additional comments may be forthcoming on the next review based on responses to Zoning and other PDSD reviewer comments. Board of Adjustment application/requirements can be found at: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Planning-Zoning-Applications/Zoning-Administration . Contact for the Board of Adjustment is Mark Castro at Mark.Castro@tucsonaz.gov DDO application and requirements can be found at: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Planning-Zoning-Applications/Zoning-Administration . Note that multiple DDO’s can be submitted concurrently on the same application. To submit a DDO application, apply for a new sub-record under this permit at TDC Online. In order to get this specific review scheduled and if you have questions about the DDO application or process please contact Mark Castro at Mark.Castro@tucsonaz.gov or Georgia Pennington at Georgia.Pennington@tucsonaz.gov. Zoning cannot approve the zoning review portion of the permit until the DDO has been approved. RESUBMITTAL OF THE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED: 1. Corrected building permit 2. Provide a detailed response letter (clarification narrative) with your submittal that clearly shows how you have addressed all Zoning comments. 3. Resubmit ALL documents associated with this permit 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 |
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| 03/19/2026 | Addressing Validation | REVIEW COMPLETED | |||
| 03/19/2026 | PDSD Application Completeness Express | REVIEW COMPLETED |