Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
Review Details: RESIDENTIAL NEW DWELLING v.4
Permit Number - TC-RES-1124-06380
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL NEW DWELLING v.4
Review Status: Requires Resubmit
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | Residential Zoning | APPROVED | |||
| 01/05/2026 | Bldg Permits - Post Review Express | PENDING ASSIGNMENT | |||
| 12/09/2025 | Residential Building - Standard | REQUIRES RESUBMIT | TC-RES-1124-06380 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. The 2024 IRC will be in effect Jan 1, 2026. 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. Clarify if the gas line will be used or abandoned, R106.1.1. PLANS: 1. Show a maximum ½” floor elevation changes at a notated accessible route entrance on the floor plan, R106.1.1. 2. Show garage opening narrow panels with fastening details using a prescriptive method at Figure R602.10.6.2, R602.10.6.3 or R602.10.6.4. SECTIONS - DETAILS: 1. Show exterior wood siding, sheathing, water-resistive barrier and wall framing with a 6” clearance above the ground (R317.1 item 5) at detail #4 on S-1. Also, show the weep screed with a minimum clearance 4” above grade, R703.7.2.1. 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. 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. PLUMBING PLANS: 1. Show each gas pipe segment sized in conformance with Table G2413.4(1) if used. 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 one-room dwelling under 1501 SF requires a 30 CFM continuous setting. ELECTRICAL PLANS: 1. The #4 wire size shown at the new 400 AMP panel schedule is undersized, E3602.1 & E3603.1. This is the main panel not panel C as shown. 2. Show the water heater on panel B rather than A where the breaker located at different dwelling, E3404.12. 3. 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. 4. 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, E3902.16. Update the note below panel schedule B. OUTDOOR LIGHTING CODE 1. Provide full cut-off FCO style fixtures or provide an Outdoor Lighting Calculation including all exterior fixtures on the property for determining compliance within exterior lighting limits. Show full cutoff fixtures were located within 25 feet from the property line OLC 401.3.3. 2. Show the proposed exterior fixtures as full cut-off (FCO) style for eliminating the need for an Outdoor Lighting Calculation when processing the site plan permit. INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE: 1. Energy Certificate: (Mandatory) place near the indoor furnace or in utility room, N1101.14. Add notation to plans. 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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| 12/04/2025 | PDSD Application Completeness Express | REVIEW COMPLETED |