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Permit Review Detail

Permit Number: T05CM01704
Parcel: 121122980

Review Status: Completed

Review Details: RESIDENTIAL BLDG/WWM

Permit Number - T05CM01704
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL BLDG/WWM
Review Status: Completed
Review Date Reviewer's Name Type of Review Description Status Comments
07/07/2005 KEN VAN KARSEN BUILDING-RESIDENTIAL REVIEW Denied PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS for Activity # T05CM01704

Plan review for the above referenced structure has been completed. This letter reflects comments to be addressed. In order to facilitate a shorter back check time, we request that you please provide revised plans and calculations, highlighting any changes, along with a written response to each of the noted items indicating action taken.

SCOPE OF REVIEW:

The scope of this plan review covers architectural, plumbing, mechanical, model energy and electrical. All code references are to the 2003 International Residential Code, 2000 International Energy Conservation Code, and Arizona State Plumbing 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:

All plans shall be legible and a scale no smaller than ΒΌ inch = 1-foot shall be used for all floor plans, framing plans and elevations. Details and cross sections shall be a minimum 3/8 inch = 1-foot scale.
All corrections and revisions shall be made on the original tracings and two new sets of drawings shall be returned along with all redline prints. Pen or pencil corrections on final prints will not be acceptable. To avoid delays, ensure that all corrections have been made, are complete, and have been coordinated on all applicable detail and note sheets.

All engineers and architects involved in the design of the structure are to seal the related sheets of plans, details and calculations in accordance with the rules of the State Board of Technical Registration.

FOUNDATION PLANS:

1. Note on the drawings the allowable soil bearing pressure used in the design of the footings, or state that the assumed value of 1500 PSF is being used per table R401.4.1 if this does not conflict with the designer / homebuilder's awareness of the soil and conditions of the site.
2. Show compliance with termite treatment specified by R320.

FLOOR PLANS:

1. Note that bathtub and shower enclosures shall be finished with a nonabsorbent surface, or a listed enclosure, to a height of 6' above the drain per R307.2. and R702.4. All glass enclosures shall be tempered R308.4.
2. Show that each water closet is located in a clear space not less than 30" wide (centered 15" from finished wall or fixture) and has a clear space in front not less than 21" per figure R307.2.
3. Provide bedroom #2 window size and type.

STRUCTURAL PLANS:

1. Specify lumber grade and species.
2. Provide brace wall details and notes for exterior frame walls and main cross-stud partitions, or use fully braced, per R602.10.3 along with the appropriate nailing schedule.

ELEVATIONS:

1. Show calculation of attic ventilation (existing) area in compliance with R806.2. Note size and location of all vents needed to comply. New roofing appears to block venting between rafters of existing attic area.
2. Provide a detail of the beam to wall connection for the new arch between the master bedroom and bath. i.e. masonry pocket or wood post.
3. Show minimum space between post and grade as 6" on detail #3, sheet 4.
4. Show tie connection between beam and rafter on detail A, sheet 5.

SECTIONS - DETAILS - MISC. NOTES:

1. All wood-framing members that rest on concrete shall be protected against decay R319.1. Clarify detail #2, sheet 4.

PLUMBING PLANS:

1. The City of Tucson has adopted the 1994 Uniform Plumbing Code with state amendments (ARIZONA STATE PLUMBING CODE). All plans must reference this code.
2. Note and specify all piping materials.
3. Provide the total fixture unit demand and maximum developed length of water line.
4. Note on plan compliance with the water conservation requirements. Water closets, 1.6 gallons per flush, sinks and showerheads, 3 gallons per minute.
5. Provide pressure and temperature relief valve at water heater. T&P line must terminate at the exterior between 6 and 24 inches above grade and must terminate facing down.
6. Note on plans that shower and tub / shower combinations that have individual control valves shall be of the pressure balance or thermostatic mixing valve type.
7. Hose bibs require backflow preventers per UPC 603.
8. Clarify where new sewer line connects to existing.
9. Size all waste vents and locate the two-way clean out on the primary line.

MECHANICAL PLANS:

1. Note on plans: Mechanical shall comply with 2003 IRC chapters 13 - 24.
2. Show exhaust fan locations and CFM rates for bathrooms per R303.3 and M1506.
3. Clarify the location of the heat pump. If the heating or air conditioning equipment is located in the attic, show location of access, catwalk and working platform. Show provisions for and route of secondary condensate drain per M1305.1.3.
4. Return air shall be sized per IRC sections M1602.2. (gas furnace - 2 sq. in. / 1000 BTU; heat pump / air conditioner - 6 sq. in. / 1000 BTU) (1ton cooling = 12,000 BTU)

ELECTRICAL PLANS:

1. Note on plan that all electrical work shall comply with 2003 IRC chapters 33 - 42.
2. Note the location of the panel. Note the grounding and bonding method. Metallic gas lines must be bonded and shall not be used as grounding method.
3. Provide an exterior outlet at grade level located at both the front and back of the dwelling, per E3801.7. These outlets shall be GFCI protected per E3802.3.
4. Receptacle outlets shall be provided at each kitchen counter space wider than 12", and shall be installed so that no point along the wall line is more than 24" from a receptacle outlet, per E3801.4.1.
5. Lights installed over shower or bathtub must be approved for use in wet area. (see E3903.8)
6. Indicate the location of convenience outlets and light switches for attic heating and air conditioning equipment. Service outlet must be within 25' of equipment. (see E3801.11 and E3803.4)
7. Provide a note indicating only approved outlet boxes shall be used for ceiling fans, per E4001.6.
8. Note that light fixtures in clothes closets shall be installed in accordance with E3903.11.
9. An arc-fault circuit interrupter shall protect bedroom outlets R3802.11.
10. Submit electrical riser diagram. Specify a new uffer ground connection if needed.

MODEL ENERGY CODE:

1. NOTE: If addition is greater than 20% of total square footage of dwelling provide MEC energy calculations per the 2000 IECC and comply with IRC chapter 11.
2. Show the "R" values of insulation, as well as the "U" values of the windows and doors in compliance with the energy calculations provided.

If you have any questions, please contact your assigned plans examiner Ken Van Karsen at 791-5550, extension 1112.

Final Status

Task End Date Reviewer's Name Type of Review Description
07/13/2005 GBONILL1 OUT TO CUSTOMER Completed
07/13/2005 ANGIE SHOFFSTALL REJECT SHELF Completed