Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: RESIDENTIAL - BLDG/WWM
Permit Number - T13CM01068
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL - BLDG/WWM
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2013 | KEN VAN KARSEN | BUILDING-RESIDENTIAL | REVIEW | Denied | T13CM01068 PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS 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 notated 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 2012 International Residential Code and the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code. All portions of this project are assumed to meet or will meet other departmental requirements, conditions and concerns before permit approval. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: 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. GENERAL NOTES: " Limit all code references to those recognized by the City of Tucson. Adopted 2012 codes are listed at the Planning & Development Services web site. Remove the 2012 Uniform Plumbing Code from the General Notes sheet #1. SITE PLAN: 1. Show the water pipe size between the water meter and point of connection for new plumbing. The supply pipe must be sized for the calculated load, IRC 2903.7. FLOOR PLANS: 1. Show compliance with R310 providing egress from the existing bedroom by meeting the following minimum specifications. 1. Maximum sill height of 44". 2. Minimum net clear opening area of 5.7 SQ FT (5 SQ FT 1st floor). 3. Minimum net clear opening dimension of 24" height and 20" width. SECTIONS - DETAILS: 1. Clarify the Section reference #1/4 on the Bathroom Plan, sheet #3, R106.1.1. 2. 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. 3. Specify water-resistive barrier equivalent to two layers of Grade D paper over the wood based sheathing of exterior plaster wall coverings, R703.6.3. PLUMBING PLANS: 1. Provide the water pipe diameter between the meter and shut off valve in compliance with, P2903.7. A minimum 1" service pipe is required for supplying water to more than 9.5 fixture units. Revise Water Line Calc - Note #4 showing 'replace the ¾" yard pipe with 1" PVC or PEX'. 2. Provide a revised fixture unit schedule using 2012 code values for determining required service pipe diameter, P2903.6. Those shown are not consistent with current codes. MECHANICAL PLANS: 1. Show the existing bathroom with an exhaust fan, R303.3 and M1507.3. ELECTRICAL PLANS: 1. Interior alterations require the installation of smoke alarms at existing bedrooms, R313.2.1. Provide notation if existing or proposed. 2. Notate the requirement for a carbon monoxide detector outside of bedroom doors, R315. 3. Clarify the panel schedule showing ampacity of 60A and #6 wire for the dryer, E3602.2. Dryers are usually 30A with #10 wire size. 4. Show overcurrent protection not exceeding the allowable conductor ampacity, E3605.5. Revise the wire size shown for circuit #1 & A6. Bathroom and laundry receptacles are required to be 20 AMP circuits with #12 wire, E3703 and Table E3702.13. 5. Protect new and extended branch circuits with combination type arc-fault circuit interrupters, or an AFCI type receptacle at the first outlet on the branch circuit, E3902.13. INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE: 1. Tucson is in climate zone 2B. The simplified prescribed energy values for glazing and skylights is U=0.65, ceiling R=38 and walls R=13. Show the "R" values of insulation and the maximum "U" factors of the windows and doors on the plans, N1102.1. Revise General Note #2, sheet #3. 2. The simplified prescribed energy values for the ceiling is R=38 and requires a space greater than provided with 2" x 8" framing. Show overall compliance if using less than prescribed component values by providing a RES check calculation. Compensation for the ceiling deficiency may be achieved by exceeding prescribed values for the walls and/or windows. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2013 | CPIERCE1 | OUT TO CUSTOMER | Completed |