Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: RESIDENTIAL - BLDG/ZONING/ENGINE/NPPO
Permit Number - T21CM06054
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL - BLDG/ZONING/ENGINE/NPPO
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2021 | PCAMARE1 | ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Passed | |
| 08/10/2021 | IMONSHI1 | ZONING | REVIEW | Approved | |
| 08/23/2021 | KEN VAN KARSEN | BUILDING-RESIDENTIAL | REVIEW | Reqs Change | T21CM06054 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, please provide an updated complete plan set with a written response to each of the notated items indicating action taken. Do not cloud the changes made for comment revisions. SCOPE OF REVIEW: The scope of this plan review covers architectural, plumbing, mechanical, energy conservation and electrical. All code references are to the 2018 International Residential Code and 2018 International Energy Conservation 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: The City of Tucson adopted the 2018 IRC with amendments on 1/1/2019. Show the current code reference on the plans by updating the 2012 references. Consolidate pages of construction plans into a single .PDF file as prescribed at the PDSD web site. Sample plans are available at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/pdsd/residential-permits FLOOR PLANS: 1. Show compliance with R310 providing egress from bedrooms with minimum net clear opening area of 5.7 SQ FT (5 SQ FT 1st floor). Also, show the minimum net clear opening dimension of 24” height and 20” width, and maximum sill height of 44”. SECTIONS - DETAILS: 1. Show exterior wood siding, sheathing and wall framing with a 6” clearance above the ground (R317.1 item 5) or 2” above exterior concrete with minimum ½” diameter anchor bolt and treated sill plates, R602.10.8 & R403.1.6. This may require a concrete stem when the floor is less than 6” above grade. PLUMBING PLANS: 1. Existing water pipes may require replacement with larger sizes for controlling excessive water flow rates, P2903.7. A minimum 3/4” pipe is required for supplying water to the new bathroom group fixtures. 2. Show the water service pipe size with sufficient capacity for controlling excessive flow rates by including a water fixture total for the building, P2903.6. A minimum 1” service pipe is required for supplying water to more than 9.5 fixture units. ELECTRICAL PLANS: 1. Smoke alarms are required outside each separate sleeping area, R314.3.2. Show a smoke alarm in each bedroom and outside in the immediate vicinity. 2. Show Bathroom receptacles on a separate 20 AMP circuit (dedicated) with outlets at no other location, E3703.4 and E3901.6. 3. Protection of all interior 15A & 20A circuits serving outlet locations (except garage, kitchen, and bathrooms) including receptacles, lights and smoke detectors requires combination type arc-fault circuit interrupters, E3902.16. Both new and extended circuits. INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE: 1. The simplified prescribed energy values for glazing is U=0.40, skylights U=0.65, ceiling R=38 (R-30 for a qualifying room addition) and walls R=13. Show the “R” values of insulation and the maximum “U” factors of the windows and doors on the plans as well as the solar heat gain coefficient SHGC minimum value of 0.25, N1102.1. If you have any questions, please contact: Ken Van Karsen (520) 837-4912 City of Tucson Residential Plan Review |