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Permit Number: T05CM06221
Parcel: 106062280

Address:
916 W SIMMONS ST

Review Status: Completed

Review Details: REVISION - - 1ST

Permit Number - T05CM06221
Review Name: REVISION - - 1ST
Review Status: Completed
Review Date Reviewer's Name Type of Review Description Status Comments
04/05/2006 DRUSCH1 BUILDING-RESIDENTIAL REVIEW Denied PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS for Activity # T06CM06221

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, 2003 International Energy Conservation Code, and Arizona State amendments to the 2003 Uniform 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 corrections and revisions shall be made on original tracings or finished reproducible set. Return this set and a copy along with a set of the first submission. 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.

All code references to the International Residential Code shall be changed from 2000 to 2003 with appropriate paragraph references.

SITE PLAN:

1. Indicate the location of gas, water, electric and sewer or septic line on the property, from property line to building. Provide the location of utility meters.

FOUNDATION PLANS:

1. Dimension the wall thickness, footing width thickness and depth into undisturbed soil for each footing type and condition, IRC table R403.1.
2. Epoxy connections require special inspections. If used, a special inspection request must be included with the permit application.

FLOOR PLANS:

1. Identify windows requiring safety glazing (within 24" of doorways), R308.4.6.
2. Show fireplace hearth size and materials, R1003.10 or R1004.2.
3. Reference to spec. note13 and 14. Note is not on plan. (3/11)

STRUCTURAL PLANS:

1. Provide manufacturer's calculations and data for pre-fabricated trusses and glue-lam beams. Truss calculations must be signed, dated and wet-sealed by an engineer who is registered in Arizona. Truss calculations shall be cross-referenced to the floor plans. The engineer of record shall review and "SHOP DRAWING" stamp approval on truss calculations.

ELEVATIONS:

1. Note and dimension the fireplace chimney shall terminate a minimum of 2' above any point of roof within 10' measured horizontally and not less than 3' above the point where the chimney passes through the roof, R1001.6.

SECTIONS - DETAILS - MISC. NOTES:

1. On standard detail sheets, cross out all details that do not apply or are not being used.
2. Ceiling gypsum board shall be either 5/8" or ½" sag resistant when applied to 24" o/c framing, IRC table R702.3.5 footnote d.
3. Calculate the attic ventilation area using the correct attic area in compliance with R806.2. Note only 80% of the required ventilating area may be provided by ridge or gable vents when applying the reduced area calculation. Show the amount of eave vents needed to comply.
4. Show a minimum 1" ventilation clearance between ceiling insulation and roof sheathing if insulation is attached to truss bottom cord and rafter venting is used, R806.3. This may be accomplished w/ baffles.

PLUMBING PLANS:

1. The City of Tucson has adopted the 2003 Uniform Plumbing Code with state amendments (ARIZONA STATE PLUMBING CODE). All plans must reference this code.
2. Indicate changes in plumbing (gas and water)

MECHANICAL PLANS:

1. Combustion air requirements or Chapter 17, 2003 IRC. Show compliance for all appliances.
2. Size the return air ducts and registers, IRC sections M1602 (gas furnace - 2 sq. in. / 1000 BTU; heat pump / air conditioner - 6 sq. in. / 1000 BTU, M1403.1) (1ton cooling = 12,000 BTU)
3. Show dryer vent size and location.
4. Clarify water heater location.

ELECTRICAL PLANS:

1. Note the location, type and amperage of the panel. Note the grounding and bonding method. Metallic gas lines must be bonded and shall not be used as the primary grounding method, E3508.
2. 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)
3. Electrical load calculations are required when more than 4 circuits are added.
4. Show locations of smoke detectors, R313. Note that all smoke detectors must be interconnected with a power source from the building wiring, and shall be equipped with battery backup. This includes existing bedrooms with attic space, R313.1.1.
5. Smoke alarms are required outside each separate sleeping area R313.1.2.
6. An arc-fault circuit interrupter shall protect bedroom outlets including receptacles, lights and smoke detectors, E3802.11.
7. Provide an exterior outlet at grade level located at both the front and back of the dwelling, E3801.7. These outlets shall be GFCI protected E3802.3.

OUTDOOR LIGHTING CODE

1. Show compliance with City of Tucson Outdoor Lighting Code; include all exterior fixtures on the property in the calculation. See for guidance: www.ci.tucson.az.us/dsd/Codes___Ordinances/Tucson_Lighting_Code.pdf
2. Provide cut sheets of selected light fixtures and lamp wattage before installation.

INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE:

1. Show the "R" values of insulation, as well as the "U" values of the windows and doors on the plans. The solar heat gain coefficient SHGC should have a minimum value of 0.40.


If you have any questions, please contact your assigned plans examiner at 791-5550, extension 1113.

Final Status

Task End Date Reviewer's Name Type of Review Description
04/06/2006 GBONILL1 OUT TO CUSTOMER Completed
04/06/2006 SUE REEVES REJECT SHELF Completed