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Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: RESIDENTIAL BLDG/WWM
Permit Number - T09CM02707
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL BLDG/WWM
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2009 | GERRY KOZIOL | WWM | REVIEW | Approved | |
| 11/03/2009 | KEN VAN KARSEN | BUILDING-RESIDENTIAL | REVIEW | Denied | PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS T09CM02707 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, energy conservation and electrical. All code references are to the 2006 International Residential Code, 2006 International Energy Conservation Code, and Arizona State amendments to the 2006 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 a finished reproducible set. Return two sets along with a set of the first submission for reference. 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. (Do not cloud the changes made for comment revisions). Incorporate changes on originals and provide two copied sets for review. 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. The City of Tucson adopted the 2006 IRC with amendments on 6/12/2007; the 2006 UPC with amendments on 7/10/2007; effective 1/1/2007 the Inclusive Home Design; starting 3/1/2009 Solar Water Preparation and 7/1/2009 Solar Photo-Voltaic Preparation. All new SFR and duplex plans should reference these codes. Amendments to adopted codes are at the City web-site http://www.tucsonaz.gov: Planning, Building, & Business; under the Building topic; Building Ordinances and Codes; Building Codes FOUNDATION PLANS: 1. Show or note a 6" minimum separation of untreated exterior posts or columns above finished grade and support by metal pedestal with 1" space above the floor, R319.1.4 exception 1. FLOOR PLANS: 1. Show a minimum 7 foot ceiling height at the new habitable spaces, R305.1. 2. Show the window adjacent to the porch door with tempered glass (within 24" of door), R308.4.10. STRUCTURAL PLANS: 1. Show the maximum Porch overhang of 1 foot. This may be increased if the 4x6 DF#2 beam is upgraded for the added load capacity, R301.1. 2. Provide roof framing structure for carrying the added rooftop HVAC load to a load bearing wall. Engineered trusses may require an engineer analysis for verifying the load carrying capacity for the additional load, M1401. 3. Show rafter (truss) to wall connection using (H2.5) ties having a resistance to uplift of not less than 365 pounds, R802.11.1. (City of Tucson Amended). SECTIONS - DETAILS: 1. Identify the roof framing connection between new and existing rafters at Section B, R106.1.1. 2. Note or detail interior wall and ceiling covering (1/2" GWB), R702.3. 3. Show the ceiling gypsum board as either 5/8" or ½" sag resistant when applied to 24" o/c ceiling framing, IRC table R702.3.5 footnote d. 4. Specify the minimum thickness (1/2") of structural siding, R602.10.3.4, and a #15 water-resistive barrier over studs of all exterior walls, R703.2. The available thickness of T1-11 siding is 5/8". 5. Note and specify a complete roofing system: Show the roof sheathing material, thickness, slope and appropriate covering, R905. PLUMBING PLANS: 1. Provide a plumbing design using a single code, 2006 UPC or 2006 IRC. 2. Note and specify all piping materials, UPC 301.1.1. IRC P2608. . 3. Provide protection of (indoor rated) equipment located outdoors, or exterior rated enclosure, UPC 508.27. IRC G2406.3. 4. Provide water hammer arresters wherever quick-closing valves are installed in a water distribution system. The devices should conform to ASSE 1010-2004. Water hammer arresters are required for clothes washer water connections, UPC 609.10. IRC P2903.5. 5. Provide pipe sizes (diameter & length), average pressure and a complete fixture unit schedule UPC 610.8, Table 6-6. IRC P2903.6. 6. Show a two-way cleanout at the building exterior, at 100' intervals and at change of direction exceeding 135 degrees, UPC 719.0. IRC P3005.2. MECHANICAL PLANS: 1. Show supply and return ducts with minimum R-8 insulation (includes vented attics) except when completely located inside the thermal envelope, R1103.2.1. Show R-4.2 insulation when ducts are located in an unconditioned space (chase) inside the thermal envelope, IECC 503.2.7 (City of Tucson Amended). 2. Show the location of each component of the split system heat pump on the plan, M1302.1. 3. Provide an equipment specification list including the heat pump tonnage capacity, M1302.1. The Heat & Cool note shows 3 ton and the Registers note shows 5 ton. 4. Provide return air duct and register sizes meeting minimum requirements of 72 SQ IN/ ton, M1602. Minimum duct/register size: heat pump or air conditioner - 6 SQ IN per 1,000 BTU, M1403.1 (1 ton cooling = 12,000 BTU). ELECTRICAL PLANS: 1. Provide a panel schedule showing each proposed circuit including the stove, E3304.11 & E3606.2. 2. Show a GFCI receptacle outlet on the same level within 25' of exterior HVAC equipment, E3801.11. 3. Show or note a disconnect means or a locking breaker for the water heater, E4001.5. INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE: 1. Tucson is in climate zone 2B. The simplified prescribed energy values for glazing and skylights is U=0.75, ceiling R=30 and walls R=13. Show the "R" values of ceiling and wall insulation, N1101.2. 2. Mass wall requirement is R=4 when 50% of insulation is exterior and R=6 when applied interior, N1102.1. 3. Both standard and high density R-30 batt insulation requires a space greater than provided with 6" depth framing. Consider a ceiling cavity space with ceiling joist for providing additional insulation. If you have any questions please contact: Ken Van Karsen (520) 837-4912 City of Tucson Residential Plan Review |
Final Status
| Task End Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2009 | CPIERCE1 | OUT TO CUSTOMER | Completed |