Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
Review Details: RESIDENTIAL NEW DWELLING v.1
Permit Number - TC-RES-0426-02157
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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| 05/06/2026 | Residential Zoning | APPROVED | |||
| 05/06/2026 | Bldg Permits - Post Review Express | PENDING ASSIGNMENT | |||
| 05/04/2026 | Residential Building | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | TC-RES-0426-02157 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 reference code on sheet #1 rather than throughout the plans. 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. 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. Provide a future PV breaker space at the last breaker space on the electric panel schedule. Relocate from circuit #19/21 to #30/32. 2. 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. PLANS: 1. Remove all outdated code references, R106.1.1. Incorrect entries were found on sheets #5, 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10. 2. 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. 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. Show a roof design complying with the condensation control requirement. MECHANICAL PLANS: 1. Identify the device model number providing an adjustable setting and note the minimum continuous setting for providing 45 CFM continuous whole-house mechanical ventilation, R303.4; N1103.6 & M1505.4. PLUMBING PLANS: 1. Show the water heater rating/capacity for consistence with the electrical circuit size, R106.1.1. ELECTRICAL PLANS: 1. Remove the APS specs reference at the service panel location. 2. 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. 3. Specify the Electric Vehicle NEMA 14-50R receptacle at a parking area, N1104.2.1. 4. Show a surge-protective device (SPD) as an integral part of or placed immediately adjacent to the service equipment, E3606.5. 5. 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 6. Provide GFCI protection for receptacle outlets and HVAC equipment after September 1, 2026. E3902.14. OUTDOOR LIGHTING CODE 1. Show full cutoff fixtures were located within 25 feet from the property line OLC 401.3.3. Please contact the plans reviewer if you have any questions: Kenneth.VanKarsen@tucsonaz.gov City of Tucson Residential Building Safety |
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| 05/04/2026 | Residential Engineering | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | Permit Activity Number: TC-RES-0426-02157 (1st Review) Project: New SFR Location: 822 W FLORENCE ST Review Date: 5/4/2026 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. The plans as currently shown do not show a direct accessible route to the ROW sidewalk along Florence ST. Please ensure that the resubmission demonstrates compliance with establishing an accessible route to address inclusive home design requirements. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Marco Contreras at Marco.contreras@tucsonaz.gov |
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| 05/04/2026 | PDSD Application Completeness Express | REVIEW COMPLETED |