Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
Review Details: RESIDENTIAL NEW DWELLING v.1
Permit Number - TC-RES-0725-03335
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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| 07/03/2025 | Site Engineering - Standard | NOT REQUIRED | |||
| 07/30/2025 | Bldg Permits - Post Review Express | PENDING ASSIGNMENT | |||
| 07/02/2025 | Addressing Validation | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | The plans submitted shows to be for an ADU which will require a unit number. The address location does have units attached to the address. Please submit a change of address request through sub records to include the unit number and update Plans (with unit #'s) For questions: Building_Official@tucsonaz.gov |
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| 07/24/2025 | Residential Building - Standard | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | TC-RES-0725-03335 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 2018 International Residential Code and 2018 International Energy Conservation Code. 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 2018 IRC with amendments and building ordinances for all dwellings. Each dwelling unit with kitchen requires a separate Pima County assigned street address after Zoning approval, R319. Show Pima County assigned unit numbers at each dwelling on the site plan. https://www.pima.gov/1010/Addressing-Frequently-Asked-Questions An impact fee payment is required for an ADU or second dwelling at the time of permit payment. Provide a response letter addressing each comment with location of change on the plans. Submit separate letter and plan set files. GENERAL COMMENTS : 1. Show compliance with the Inclusive Home Design Ordinance adopted by the City of Tucson Ordinance #10463 on 10/16/2007. Notate accessible route, minimum door width, changes in floor elevation, door hardware, electrical outlet reach range, grab bar reinforcement, etc. SITE PLAN: 1. The new dwelling requires an appropriate source of electrical and water supply. Show the location and size of lines with connection points, R106.1.1. Identify the utility lines requiring upgrade or replacement. PLANS: 1. Notate a cool (white) roof finish (greater than 60 SRI) as required by the ADU provisions. 2. Show a maximum ½” floor elevation changes at a notated accessible route entrance on the floor plan, R106.1.1. Include all threshold conditions for a route from the exterior into the living space. 3. Provide manufacturer’s calculations and data for pre-engineered trusses dated and wet-sealed by an engineer who is registered in Arizona, or notate the requirement for deferred submittal, R106.1. SECTIONS - DETAILS: 1. Show one-hour fire-resistive framed construction separating dwellings in compliance with IBC Table 721.1(2). 2. 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 with insulation types and minimum thickness for meeting the condensation control requirement and the minimum total insulation value of R-38 or R-30 when extended over the wall top plate for additions under 500 SF. Clarify the ceiling/roof insulation detail showing the air-impermeable rigid insulation material adhered to either side of the roof sheathing and the batt insulation in contact with the roof material. Also, show the batt insulation extended over the wall top plate. PLUMBING PLANS: 1. The Tucson Water Department limits flow rates for the water meter size in compliance with P2903.7. Show an appropriate water meter size for the additional demand. Show an appropriate yard pipe size with connection between the existing dwelling and the meter. 2. Show an individual accessible water supply shut off and water heater for the proposed dwelling unit, P2903.9.1. 3. Show a separate water heater rating for the new dwelling, P2801.1. MECHANICAL PLANS: 1. Provide demand calculations in accordance with Manual J standards, M1401.3, M1601.1. 2. 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 one-room dwelling under 1501 SF requires a 30 CFM continuous setting. ELECTRICAL PLANS: 1. Show two or more 2O AMP small appliance circuits at the kitchen countertop receptacle outlets; they may also serve the breakfast room and dining room, but not other locations, E3703.2 and E3901.3. OUTDOOR LIGHTING CODE 1. Show the proposed fixture as full cut-off FCO style or provide an Outdoor Lighting Calculation including all exterior fixtures on the property for determining exterior lighting limits. If you have any questions, please contact: Ken Van Karsen PDSD-Residential@tucsonaz.gov City of Tucson Residential Plan Review Submit a corrected plan set at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/pdsd |
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| 07/30/2025 | Site Zoning - Standard | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | FROM: PDSD Zoning Review PROJECT: TC-RES-0725-03335 2001 E JASON VISTA. – R-1 New ADU (1st Review) TRANSMITTAL DATE: July 30, 2025 Provide a detailed response letter with your next submittal that clearly shows how you have addressed all Zoning comments. This site is located in the R-1 zone (UDC 4.7.8). A single-family residence (SFR) w/ an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a permitted use in this zone (Table 4.8-2). See Use-Specific Standards 4.9.7.B.6, 8, & 9 and 6.6.3. 1. Clearly demonstrate that the requirements of UDC Article 6.6.3.4 are met for the proposed ADU. 2. The “SOUTH: 9’-6” (20.0’ SET BACK FROM EXIST./FUTURE CURB) DEVELOPING AREA)” listed on the plan is not correct. Review UDC Article 6.4.5.C.1.a and provide the correct setback information. 3. Based on aerial photos there is a carport located near the southwest corner of the existing dwelling. This structure shows up some time after 2018. Zoning was not able to find approved permit documents for this structure. Either 1) Provide approved permit documents, 2) Submit a separate permit for this structure, or 3) Show the structure on the plan to be removed and provide photos that clearly show that the structure has been removed from the site. The Unified Development Code (UDC) can be found at: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Codes/Zoning-Code. If you have any questions about this transmittal, please contact Zone1.desk@tucsonaz.gov. |
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| 07/02/2025 | PDSD Application Completeness Express | REVIEW COMPLETED |