Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
Review Details: RESIDENTIAL NEW DWELLING v.1
Permit Number - TC-RES-0526-02330
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL NEW DWELLING v.1
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/26/2026 | Fire New Construction Standard | NOT REQUIRED | |||
| 05/27/2026 | Bldg Permits - Post Review Express | PENDING ASSIGNMENT | |||
| 05/11/2026 | Residential Building | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | TC-RES-0526-02330 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. Provide a separate response letter addressing each comment with location of change on the plans. PLANS: 1. Remove the outdated 2018 code references at the window requirements on A-1, R106.1.1. 2.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. 3. Identify each wall line needed for enclosing a complete rectangle with sides no greater than 60’, Figure R602.10.1.1. Place these lines no further than 4’ from an actual parallel wall, so that corners are no further than 10’ from a “qualifying” braced wall panel. Show interior braced wall panels with foundation anchor bolt connection to bottom plates, R602.10.8.3. MECHANICAL PLANS: 1. Provide makeup air of not less than 100 square inches where a clothes dryer is placed in a closet, M1502.6.1. ELECTRICAL PLANS: 1. Specify high-efficacy luminaires with an efficacy not less than 45 lumens per watt or lamps with efficacy not less than 65 lumens per watt (LED devices), N1104.1. Update note #6 by removing “not less than 90%”. 2. Update the electrical riser diagram showing a dual meter pack and feeder the second dwelling distribution panel, E3403. Also, remove the temporary power note. 3. Show a surge-protective device (SPD) as an integral part of or placed immediately adjacent to the service equipment, E3606.5. 4. Provide an exterior outlet at grade level located at both the front and back of the dwelling, E3901.7. 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. Please contact the plans reviewer if you have any questions: Kenneth.VanKarsen@tucsonaz.gov City of Tucson Residential Building Safety |
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| 05/26/2026 | Residential Engineering | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | Permit Activity Number: TC-RES-0526-02330 Project: Duplex Location: 1360 N APACHE DR Review Date: 5/26/2026 Reviewer: Joe Macaulay – Civil Engineer - 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. 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 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 (or apron), sidewalk, or street to an accessible entrance. Ensure the route meets accessibility standards as articulated in 2017 ICC A117.1 Sections 402-403, including the minimum 4ft-width, slope and composition materials. 2. Plans show waterline connecting with sewer line. Please review and revise with linework or label to clarify intent. 3. Please provide stamped plans for permit submission. 4. Follow up with Fire review for driveway fire access needs. Contact Patricia. Shelton Patricia.Shelton@tucsonaz.gov If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Joe Macaulay at Joe.Macaulay@tucsonaz.gov |
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| 05/27/2026 | Residential Zoning | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | PDSD TRANSMITTAL FROM: Roxanne Johnston Planner PROJECT: TC-RES-0526-02330 1360 N Apache Dr., Tucson, AZ 85745 Duplex (1st Review) TRANSMITTAL DATE: 05/27/2026 This site is located within the R-2 Zone (UDC 4.7.9). A single-family residence is a permitted use in this zone (Table 4.8-2) subject to Use Specific Standards 4.9.7.B.6, .9, & .10. 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. Until Residential Engineering’s comments from 5/26/26 have been addressed regarding the ADA access route, Site Planning is unable to approve this permit. 2. Please provide a response letter with the next submittal materials 3. Additional comments may be forthcoming depending on responses to zoning review comments and plans submitted for the next review. If you have any questions about this transmittal, please contact Roxanne Johnston at roxanne.johnston@tucsonaz.gov . |
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| 05/07/2026 | PDSD Application Completeness Express | REVIEW COMPLETED |