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Permit Review Detail

Permit Number: T07CM01663
Parcel: 131042210

Address:
4701 E ANDREW ST

Review Status: Completed

Review Details: RESIDENTIAL BLDG/WWM

Permit Number - T07CM01663
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL BLDG/WWM
Review Status: Completed
Review Date Reviewer's Name Type of Review Description Status Comments
05/18/2007 GERRY KOZIOL WWM REVIEW Denied NEED TO CLARIFY DRAWINGS, IS THE KITCHEN SINK RELOCATED
06/04/2007 BROWN & ASSOCIATES 2ND PARTY REVIEW REVIEW Denied May 30, 2007
Luis A. Machado
3667 E. March Place
Tucson, AZ 85713
RE: MACHADO RESIDENCE, ADDITION
CITY OF TUCSON LOG NO.: T07CM01663
BROWN & ASSOCIATES PLAN CHECK NO: 85701-7007
The first review comments in this letter require that the applicant respond with a detailed written
response to each comment indicating actions taken to resolve the comment issue. We request
that you provide reviewed and coordinated construction documents as applicable, highlighting
each change with a clouded or delta and a revision number on each drawing revised. Third and
subsequent reviews are charged additionally at the current hourly rate for administration and
plans examinations.
Occupancy Occupant Load Construction Area Sq. Ft. Sprinklered Alarms
R-3 N/A V-B 1,526 N/A Smoke Det.
Special Inspection
Certificate Provided
Required Type
N/A No
Deferred Submittals Required Type
Yes Yes Trusses
ARCHITECTURAL COMMENTS
1. Provide one complete set of legible scale plan drawings (24" x 36" minimum) and other
documents as required by the jurisdiction. The submittal shall include plans,
specifications, sections, details and other documents necessary to depict the
architectural, structural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, model energy and outdoor
lighting. Reference IRC Section R105.3.
2. On the first sheet of architectural plans provide a square footage summary for each of
the following: residence area, garage, covered patios and porches, exterior decks and
stairs. List all construction drawings that comprise the building plan submittal.
Reference IRC Sections R106, R108.3.
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3. There shall be a floor or landing on each side of each exterior door. The width of the
landing shall not be less than the door served with a minimum dimension of 36 inch
measured in the direction of travel. Reference IRC Section R311.4.3.
4. Note and specify that the shower area and shower tub walls shall be finished with a
nonabsorbent surface to a height of six feet above the floor. Reference IRC Section
307.2.
5. Note and specify that shower enclosures shall have a minimum finished interior of 30
inches each way per IRC Figure R307.2.
6. Locate skylights, specify materials and provide manufacturer’s listing report number.
Reference IRC Section R308.6.
7. Provide attic ventilation calculations for all concealed attic spaces; include required and
provided net free ventilation area. Indicate the size, type, wire mesh and location of attic
ventilation. Provide the following note, if applicable: "Where eave or cornice vents are
installed insulation shall not block the free flow of air. A minimum of 1 inch space shall
be provided between the insulation and roof sheathing at the location of the vent”.
Reference IRC Section R806.
8. Depict and specify all materials used - stucco, concrete block, glass block, siding,
veneers, etc. and items projecting through roof or supported on the roof. Reference
IRC Section R703.
9. Provide height dimensions for, roofline, windows, doors, top plates, finished floors and
surrounding grade. Reference IRC Section R106.
10. Cross-sections shall be cross-referenced to the floor plan and structural plans and shall
accurately depict the construction at the cross-section location. Reference IRC Section
R106.1.1
11. Depict all materials used for construction of the roof including but not limited to
substrates, underlayment, roof insulation and roof finish. Reference IRC Sections R904,
R905.
12. Provide complete roof plans indicating location of all equipment and openings therein.
Note and specify a complete roofing assembly system including roof classification, type
and grade of materials, valley and other flashing materials, underlayment, and
installation requirements. Reference IRC Sections R902, R903, R904, R905, R906.
13. Depict and show all roof slopes, size and materials for roof drains, downspouts, gutters,
overflows and scuppers. Reference IRC Sections R106.1.1, R903.4, UPC Appendix D.
14. It appears the office does not meet the requirements of habitable rooms minimum 70
square feet. Reference IRC Section 304.
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15. Provide roof slope. When slope is less than 3 in 12 curbs are required for skylights per
IRC Section 308.6.8.
16. Provide detail for roof drainage from existing building that joins new building.
STRUCTURAL COMMENTS
1. Note and specify the finish grades around the building lot indicating requirement for
drainage of storm water away from the building foundation. Reference IRC Section
R401.3.
2. Dimension the stem wall thickness, footing width, footing thickness and depth to bearing
from the level of undisturbed soil grade and from finish grades for each footing type and
condition. Reference IRC Sections R106.1.1, R403, R404.1.6.
3. The thickness and elevation of building concrete slabs and pads, including landings at
all doors, and adjacent finish grade shall be identified on the drawing. Reference IRC
Sections R106.1.1, R309, R311, R401.3.
4. Footing sections and details (interior and exterior) shall be located on the foundation
sheet or the detail sheet shall be cross-referenced to the section and detail marks on the
foundation plans. Reference IRC Section R106.1.1.
5. Specify design wind and seismic criteria and required floor live load, roof live load, attic
live load and dead loads used for selection of joists, beams and girders. Reference IRC
Section R301.
6. Identify and specify structural sheathing for walls, floors and roofs. Reference IRC
Section R503, R604, R803.
7. Indicate the size and span of headers and lintels in all bearing and non-bearing walls.
Provide manufacturer's span charts for pre-manufactured steel lintels or proprietary
beams. Reference IRC Sections R602.7, R603.9, R606.9.
8. Identify and specify on the plans required nailing per Table R602.3(1) except as may be
otherwise required by sealed engineer’s design. Reference IRC Section R502.9, R602.3,
R802.2.
9. Provide complete truss calculations and truss layout plan. Truss designs submitted must
include all types and be designed for the loading conditions, span, slope, and spacing
designated on the framing plan. Reference IRC Section R502.11, R802.10.
10. Truss calculations must be signed, dated and sealed by an Engineer in responsible
charge for the truss design as a bona fide registrant in the State of Arizona. Reference
IRC Sections R106, R301.1.3.
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11. Roof trusses shall be attached to wall plates with approved connectors that have a
resistance to uplift of not less than 175 pounds. The fastener connection to the truss
shall be in accordance with the truss manufacturer’s specifications. Reference IRC
Reference R802.10.5.
12. The seal on the truss calculations shall be dated within the adoption period for the
current adopted IRC. Reference IRC Section R106.
13. All truss calculations shall be appropriated cross-referenced to the truss layout and
building permit roof and or floor framing plans. Reference IRC Section R106.
14. Specify and show location for required framing hangers/connections used to attach
trusses to girder trusses, walls, beams or other structural components. Reference IRC
Sections R502.11, R802.10 & ANSI-TPI 1995, R104.11.
15. Show framing around floor or roof openings and framing used to support roof mounted
or attic mounted HVAC units. Reference IRC Section R016.1.1, R602.7, R802.9.
16. Provide detail connecting new foundation to existing foundation.
17. Provide bond beam top of masonry walls per IRC Section 606.11.21.3.
PLUMBING COMMENTS
1. Identify the total developed length of gas piping, BTUH gas demand of all appliances
and provide suitable gas isometric showing the length of pipes (horizontal and vertical)
to each appliance. Reference IRC Sections R106.1.1, G2413; UPC Section 1217.
2. Provide table of fixture unit counts for water supply piping. Reference IRC Sections
P2903.6, P2903.7; UPC Section 610.
3. Identify and specify the installation all backflow prevention devices for the potable water
supply system. Reference IRC Section P2902.2; UPC Section 602.2.
4. Identify, specify show that all plumbing fixtures meet the requirements for the State of
Arizona water conservation. Reference ARS § 45-312.
5. Specify fuel/power requirements for all equipment and residential appliances (gas,
electric, or propane). Reference IRC Section R106.1.1; UPC Section 103.2.3.
6. Designate the locations of water heaters. Indicate the location of the T and P relief line
from the water heater to the exterior of the building. Note the T and P relief line to be full
size steel pipe or hard drawn copper tubing extending to the exterior of the building and
terminating in a downward position not more than 2 feet or less than 6 inches above
grade. The T and P relief line shall not terminate over walkways, patios, carports or other
similar areas. Show requirements for emergency drain pan and piping. Reference IRC
Sections P2803, P2801; UPC Sections 505.3, 510.7.
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7. Show location and burial depth and drainage gradient of underground piping, sewer and
drain cleanouts and valves for the installation. Coordinate installation with other service
piping/conduits on the property. Reference IRC Section P2603.5, P2604, P2904.4.1,
P2904.5.1, G2415; UPC Sections 308, 313, 315, 609, 708, 718, 721, 211, E3703.
8. Gas piping shall not be installed beneath any building slab-on-grade nor beneath posttensioned
foundation slabs except for engineered designs that allow access to the gas
pipe for repair or replacement, with a minimum amount of damage to the concrete slab
system, which are authorized and approved by the Building Official. Reference IRC
Sections IRC 106, 301.1.3, G2415.11, UPC Section 1211.3,.
9. Water heater located outdoors shall comply with IRC Section G2406.3.
MECHANICAL COMMENTS
1. Provide a notation on the mechanical drawing that: All ducts shall be sealed
substantiately airtight by means of approved and listed tapes (UL 181A, UL-181B) ,
mastics, gaskets or other approved closure systems. Reference IRC Section
M1601.3.1.
2. Show location on plans for proposed exhaust fans from bathrooms, water closet
compartments, and similar rooms. Reference IRC Section R303.3, M1506.
3. The clothes dryer exhaust duct shall be at least the diameter of the appliance outlet and
shall terminate on the outside of the building. It shall not exceed 25 feet in length with
reductions for bends. The duct shall terminate not less than 3 feet from a property line.
Reference IRC Sections M1501, R302.2.
ELECTRICAL COMMENTS
1. Provide a complete electrical plan. Designate the location of all required light fixtures,
receptacle outlets, power outlets and switches. Show location of all sub panels and show
circuit numbers on the plan. Indicate the location of all air conditioning and heating units,
air handlers, compressors and disconnects. Reference IRC Section R106.1.1.
2. Note and specify that at least one 20-amp branch circuit shall be installed to serve the
laundry room receptacles and this circuit shall have no other outlets. Reference IRC
Section E3603.3.
3. Smoke alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring with battery
backup. Wiring shall be permanent without a disconnecting switch other than those
required for overcurrent protection. Reference IRC Section R313.2.
4. Identify the service panel location, disconnect, service conductor type, size and required
installation clearances. Reference IRC Section E3305, E3502, E3501.
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5. Provide a detailed specific grounding electrode system. Reference IRC Section E3508.
6. Provide bonding to the interior water piping and above ground portion of gas piping
systems. Reference IRC Section E3509.
7. Provide a note indicating all branch circuits that supply 125-volt, single-phase, 15 and
20-ampere receptacle outlets installed in dwelling unit bedrooms shall be protected by
an arc-fault circuit interrupter(s). Reference IRC Section E3802.
8. Kitchen, pantry, breakfast area, dining area and similar areas shall have not less than
two small appliance circuit receptacles and shall serve no other outlets. Reference IRC
SectionsE3603.2, E3801.3.1.
9. In kitchen and dining rooms, a receptacle shall be installed at each wall counter space
12 inches or wider so that no point along the wall is more than 24 inches from a
receptacle outlet and shall be GFCI protected. Reference IRC Section E3801.4.
10. Provide a receptacle outlet in hallways 10 feet or more in length. Reference IRC Section
E3801.10.
11. Provide a lighting outlet on the exterior side of all exits/entrances. Reference IRC
Section E3803.3.
12. Fixtures, fittings, boxes and receptacles located in damp or wet locations shall be "listed"
to be suitable for such location. Reference IRC Sections E3805.11 E3902.8, E3902.9,
E3903.8.
13. Provide size and load calculations for existing electrical panel and new sub-panel.
MODEL ENERGY COMMENTS
1. Provide on the architectural drawings a calculation to determine the percentage of
glazing in the gross area of the exterior walls. Calculations to verify compliance with the
jurisdiction’s adopted Energy Conservation Code are required when the glazing area of
a detached dwelling exceeds 15-percent of the gross area of the exterior walls.
Reference IRC Sections N1101.2.1, N1102.1.
2. Identify on the mechanical drawing the required insulation R-value for all HVAC ducts.
Reference IRC Section N1103.3.
3. Identify on the mechanical drawing the required equipment efficiency performance
rating. Reference IRC Section N1103.1.
4. Identify on the mechanical drawing the required insulation for mechanical systems
piping. Reference IRC Section N1103.5.
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5. Identify on the mechanical drawing the required HVAC system controls. Reference IRC
Section N1103.2.
6. Identify on the water heater detail, the required water heater efficiency performance
rating. Reference IRC Section N1104.1.
7. Identify on the window and door details/schedules the proposed U-values and solar heat
gain coefficients. Reference IRC Sections N1102.1, N1102.1.3.
8. All building joints, seams, penetrations and other sources of air leakage through the
building thermal envelope shall be noted to be caulked, weather-stripped, wrapped or
otherwise sealed to limit uncontrolled air movement. Reference IRC Section
N1102.1.10.
9. Recessed Type IC rated lighting fixtures shall be clearly noted and specified on the
drawings. The construction surrounding a recessed lighting fixture installation that
utilizes a non-IC rated fixture shall be depicted and shown completely on the drawings.
Reference IRC Section N1102.1.11.
OUTDOOR LIGHTING COMMENTS
1. Provide catalog cuts of all outdoor lighting fixtures identifying fixture shielding or non
shielding installation conditions and output lumens for each outdoor lighting fixture.
2. Provide on the drawing appropriate tabular calculations that identify Outdoor Lighting
Code site designation, total site area, allowable lumens per Table 5.1, conditions for
installation of outdoor lighting fixture type, total lumens allowed at the site, maximum
unshielded lumens at the site, and the actual installed lumens at the site for each fixture
type. Requirements for this can be found on the City of Tucson’s web site.
Brown & Associates contact information:
If you have any questions regarding resubmittal requirements or procedures please
contact Patti Schechter, Operations Manager at 480 991-3751.
If you have any questions or require additional clarification regarding these comments
please contact Larry Francis, Plans Examiner at 480 991-3751.
Sincerely,
BROWN & ASSOCIATES for City of Tucson
Michael J. Brown, C.B.O.
President
MB:ps
TU2 7007.1st Rev

Final Status

Task End Date Reviewer's Name Type of Review Description
06/04/2007 GERARDO BONILLA OUT TO CUSTOMER Completed
06/04/2007 SUE REEVES REJECT SHELF Completed