Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
Review Details: RESIDENTIAL NEW DWELLING v.1
Permit Number - TC-RES-0326-01465
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL NEW DWELLING v.1
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
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| 04/14/2026 | Bldg Permits - Post Review Express | PENDING ASSIGNMENT | |||
| 03/31/2026 | Addressing Validation | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | For questions: PDSD-Permits@tucsonaz.gov The permit and plan show to be for a Triplex and requires to be separately addressed. Please contact Pima County Addressing at addressing@pima.gov or 520-724-9512 to assign/add the units or a new address for all Units. Please resubmit your plans and all supporting permit documents to reflect the updated address for this proposed work, in addition, a change of address request will need to be submitted in order to properly update the location of this permit. Instructions can be found here to request change of address: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/2/pdsd/documents/tdc-faq/new-pdfs/sub-records.pdf |
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| 04/02/2026 | Residential Building | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | TC-RES-0326-01465 PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS Plan review for the above referenced structure 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. SCOPE OF REVIEW: The scope of this plan review covers architectural, plumbing, mechanical, energy conservation and electrical. All code references are to the 2024 International Residential Code and 2018 International Energy Conservation Code. The 2024 International Energy Conservation Code takes effect July 1st. All features were checked only to the extent allowed by the submittals provided. All portions of this project are assumed to meet or will meet other departmental requirements, conditions, and concerns before permit approval. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: The City of Tucson adopted the 2024 IRC with amendments and building ordinances for all dwellings. Place the “City of Tucson” reference on sheet T-1 rather than Pima County local amendments. Provide a separate response letter addressing each comment with location of change on the plans. GENERAL COMMENTS: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Codes/Building-Codes 1. This permit is for a new dwelling requiring a new address. Each dwelling requires the correct application type. Request a separate permit for the addition/alteration for construction on the existing duplex dwellings with existing addresses. 2. Plans submitted for a newly constructed one- or two-family dwelling require compliance with design ordinances for handicap, photo-voltaic, gray water, and EV charging preparations. Design Ordinances adopted by the City of Tucson. 3. Plans submitted for a newly constructed one- or two-family dwelling after July 1, 2009 require a solar photo-voltaic system, or future installation preparation City of Tucson Ordinance #10549 . a. Show a minimum 300 SF clear solar-ready zone on a roof or framing plan, T103.3. b. Label a double breaker space for future Photo Voltaic on the panel schedule opposite end from the main/supply side, T103.9. Provide a future PV breaker space at the last breaker space on the electric panel schedule. 4. Plans submitted for a newly constructed dwelling after June 1, 2010, require gray water utilization or preparation, Ordinance #10579/11089 revised July 9, 2013. The ordinance revision now requires a gray drain line discharge from one fixture for a one-story dwelling. Additional gray fixture drains are optional. Show a second clothes washer standpipe plumbed to an exterior wall above grade when feasible, or a bathing fixture drain looped 3’ beyond an exterior wall below grade before connection to the building drain. Use the appropriate detail at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Building-Safety/Water-Energy-Conservation Gray Water Illustrations 5. Show compliance with the Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Ordinance adopted by the City of Tucson Ordinance #11844 on 6/22/2021. Include a 40 ampere 240-volt dedicated branch circuit with a NEMA 14-50R receptacle for charging an electric vehicle at a proposed parking space. SITE PLAN: 1. Show the square footage of the new dwelling and covered patio associated to the new dwelling, R106.1.1. 2. Each dwelling building requires a street address and a separate permit, R319. Show Pima County assigned unit numbers at each dwelling on the site plan. 3. Each dwelling unit should have an individual 3-foot clear space (including the roof projections) known as the fire separation distance for reducing fire spread to nearby buildings. Portions of buildings placed in a fire separation distance require one-hour fire-resistive construction in compliance with IBC Table 721.1(2). 4. Place “Middle Housing “next to the 2024 IRC reference on the cover sheet. https://middle-housing-cotgis.hub.arcgis.com/ PLANS: 1. Provide a consistent new dwelling size on each sheet, R106.1.1. Unit C has incorrectly shown on A-0 and S-2 compared to the dimensioned plan on A-1. 2. Show a maximum ½” floor elevation changes at a notated accessible route entrance on the floor plan, R106.1.1. 3. Individual dwelling units require separation with a 1-hour fire-resistance rated assembly without openings, R302.3. Provide a detail showing compliance with 703.3 of the 2018 IBC. 4. Provide a minimum 6 mil polyethylene vapor retarder with joints lapped not less than 6 inches between the concrete floor slab and the base course or the prepared subgrade where a base course does not exist, R506.3.3. SECTIONS - DETAILS: 1. Clarify the placement of ceiling/roof insulation for determining the need for attic ventilation, R806. Attic space outside of the thermal barrier requires a ventilation calculation for showing the attic vent opening size using 1 to 150 of attic area in compliance with R806.2 or an unvented roof assembly requires an air-impermeable rigid insulation material with a minimum R-5 value applied correctly to either side of the roof sheathing, R806.5. Show a roof design complying with the condensation control requirement. MECHANICAL PLANS: 1. Provide (an HVAC system with fresh air intake) whole-house mechanical ventilation with controlled exhaust, R303.4; N1103.6 & M1505.4. Identify the device model number providing an adjustable setting and note the minimum continuous setting. A two or three-bedroom dwelling under 1501 SF requires a 45 CFM continuous setting. 2. Show a dryer vent size and location for venting to exterior, M1501. PLUMBING PLANS: 1. Tucson Water Department limits flow rates for each water meter size in compliance with P2903.7. Show an appropriate yard pipe bypassing the existing dwelling and show the water meter size. The ¾” yard pipe is undersized for the demand 2. Show an individual accessible water supply shut off and water heater for each dwelling unit, P2903.9.1. 3. Show the water heater rating/capacity for consistence with the electrical circuit size, R106.1.1. ELECTRICAL PLANS: 1. Show the Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment 40 ampere 240-volt dedicated branch circuit with a NEMA 14-50R receptacle and label the circuit “EV Ready” and locate the receptacle at a parking area, N1104.2.1. Include the Electric Vehicle load entry (typically 7680 watts) in the electrical load calculations (continuous demand) like the HVAC entry, N1104.2.2. 2. Specify the Electric Vehicle NEMA 14-50R receptacle at a parking area, N1104.2.1. 3. Show a surge-protective device (SPD) as an integral part of or placed immediately adjacent to the service equipment, E3606.5. 4. Show a water heater circuit size for serving the load for each dwelling, E3702.11. 5. Remove work surface receptacles from the face of island and peninsular cabinets where below the countertop. Either provide a vertical assembly listed for countertop (work surface) mounting, or a raceway terminated within the cabinet for future assembly installation, E3901.4. 6. Provide GFCI protection for appliance receptacle outlets, E3902.12. Include: 1. Drinking water coolers 2. High pressure spray washing machines 3. Sump pumps 4. Dishwashers 5. Electric ranges 6. Wall-mounted ovens 7. Counter-mounted cooking units 8. Clothes dryers 9. Microwave ovens 7. Provide GFCI protection for receptacle outlets and HVAC equipment after September 1, 2026. E3902.14. 8. Interior 15A & 20A circuits serving outlet locations (except garage, kitchen, and bathrooms) including receptacles, lights, and smoke detectors require combination type arc-fault circuit interrupters, E3902.20. Provide notation. OUTDOOR LIGHTING CODE 1. Show full cutoff fixtures were located within 25 feet from the property line OLC 401.3.3. INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE: 1. Energy Certificate: (Mandatory) place near the indoor furnace or in utility room, N1101.14. Add notation to plans. Please contact the plans reviewer if you have any questions: Kenneth.VanKarsen@tucsonaz.gov City of Tucson Residential Building Safety |
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| 04/14/2026 | Residential Engineering | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | Permit Activity Number: TC-RES-0326-01465 (1st Review) Project: Attached SRF Addition to a Duplex Location: 2120 E 17TH ST Review Date: 4/14/2026 Reviewer: Marco Contreras – Engineering Associate - Site Engineering Plan review for the above referenced structure has been completed. This letter reflects comments to be addressed. For facilitating a shorter review 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. Provide a response letter addressing each comment with location of change on the plans. Submit the separate response letter and plan set files. Site Engineering Review Comments: 1. As the proposed development is a new dwelling (ADU, SFR, Duplex, Etc), Per the City of Tucson Inclusive Home Design Ordinance: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/city-services/planning-development-services/documents/inclusivehomedesignordinance.pdf, all new dwellings and units have a requirement to provide an “accessible route from public and common areas, including, but not limited to, a driveway or public street or sidewalk”. Draw, dimension, and label an accessible route from the driveway, sidewalk, or street to an accessible entrance. a. Refer to Technical Standards Manual Section 7-01.4.3 for sidewalk/pathway specifications including the minimum 4ft-width and composition minimums. b. Action Items: Provide a width call-out, proposed slope, and label the walkway as the “Accessible Route” leading to the new home entrance. 2. Revise the area calculations on the cover sheet to show the Existing square footage & proposed/New total. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Marco Contreras at Marco.contreras@tucsonaz.gov |
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| 04/13/2026 | Residential Zoning | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | PDSD TRANSMITTAL FROM: Roxanne Johnston Planner PROJECT: TC-RES-0326-01465 2120 E 17th St., Tucson, AZ 85719 SFR Addition (1st Review) TRANSMITTAL DATE: 4/13/2026 This site is located within the C-2 zone (UDC 4.7.21). A single-family residence is a permitted use in this zone (Table 4.8-4). RESUBMITTAL OF THE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED: Correct plans, as noted in the comments below, along with a response letter indicating how all Site Zoning comments were addressed. 1. The site plan is incomplete. Please use the following link to the Full site/plot plan requirements found at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Permits/Plan-Examples/Plot-Plan-Example . 2. Only trees are shown on the landscape plan. For directions on how to add landscape requirements (per Ordinance No. 12219) to the site plan, please use the following link: https://middle-housing-cotgis.hub.arcgis.com/pages/Residential-Landscaping-Code . 3. Show the parking area for the attached SFR to the site plan. The property does not appear to be eligible for a parking waiver ( see map at https://middle-housing-cotgis.hub.arcgis.com/pages/Parking-Waiver-Eligibility ). 4. Inclusive Design is called out on Sheet T.1. Draw, dimension, and label an accessible route from the driveway, sidewalk, or street to an accessible entrance. Ensure the route meets accessibility standards as articulated in Sections 402, 403, & 404 of the ADA Accessibility Standards: https://www.access-board.gov/ada/chapter/ch04/ . 5. Additional comments may be forthcoming depending on responses to zoning review comments and plans submitted for the next review. The City of Tucson Unified Development Code may be accessed here: www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Codes/Zoning-Code The City of Tucson Unified Development Code amendment, effective 1/01/2026, Ordinance 12219; https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/pdsd/documents/middle-housing/middle-housing-ordinance-clean.pdf If you have any questions about this transmittal, please contact Roxanne Johnston at roxanne.johnston@tucsonaz.gov |
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| 03/31/2026 | PDSD Application Completeness Express | REVIEW COMPLETED |