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Permit Number: T22CM07465
Parcel: 138142060

Review Status: Completed

Review Details: RESIDENTIAL - BLDG/ZONING/ENGINE/NPPO

Permit Number - T22CM07465
Review Name: RESIDENTIAL - BLDG/ZONING/ENGINE/NPPO
Review Status: Completed
Review Date Reviewer's Name Type of Review Description Status Comments
09/29/2022 IMONSHI1 ZONING REVIEW Approved
09/29/2022 SHASEMA1 ENGINEERING REVIEW Passed
09/29/2022 IMONSHI1 NPPO REVIEW Passed
10/17/2022 SAFEBUILT 2ND PARTY REVIEW REVIEW Reqs Change Activity Number: T22CM07465

GENERAL:
Provide written responses to all review comments.
Provide a complete plan set.
Provide additional documents as requested by review staff.


STRUCTURAL REVIEW COMMENTS:
Denied
1. It is understood that the existing roof structure is to remain however the existing roof must be designed to the current requirements to be used for new habitable space. Indicate the designed live and dead load as well as the minimum wind and seismic design requirements on the drawings. The minimum designed wind speed is to be 115 mph per 3 second gust and the seismic category is B. Revise drawings if needed for new criteria.
2. Indicate corner blocking will be provided in accordance with the 2018 IRC R602.10 on the drawings.
3. Indicate on the drawings that fireblocking will be installed to cut off both vertical and horizontal concealed draft openings between stories and attic or roof area. 2018 IRC R302.11.


BUILDING REVIEW COMMENTS:
Denied
1. Indicate on the drawings that all work will be done in accordance with the adopted codes of the City of Tucson/ Pima county.
2. Indicate the locations of the existing and new utilities on the site plan. Include the sewer, water, electrical and any changes.
3. The overall plans indicate an existing bathroom next to the kitchen that will be covered by the new addition however the bathroom is not indicated on the detailed floor plan nor the electrical plans. Coordinate drawings to reflect the actual conditions.
4. Indicate any existing windows and exterior doors on the existing overall plan.
5. Clarify if any work will be required in the existing house such as a kitchen remodel to accommodate the new opening or if this is an existing opening in the existing exterior wall.
6. Indicate the existing bathroom that will be covered by the new addition has an existing bath fan that is vented to the exterior or provide a new one. 2018 IRC R303.3.
7. Indicate the size of the window in the existing bedroom that will be adjacent to the addition. It is unknown if the existing bedrooms side window will meet the requirements for an egress window. A minimum of 5 square feet of clear area is required with a sill height maximum of 44” above finished floor. 2018 IRC R310.
8. Indicate that all new windows and the sliding glass door will have a minimum u-value of .40 and SHGC of .25. manufactures energy information stickers are to remain on the windows for inspection. 2018 IECC Table R402.1.2.
9. Provide a wall section or note indicating the interior wall construction (such as 2x4 16” o.c with ½” gypsum board)) on the drawings.
10. Indicate a nonabsorbent wall surface minimum 6’ above the floor in the new tub/shower enclosures. 2018 IRC R307.2, R702.4.2.
11. Provide a detail for the new landing outside of the new sliding door and indicate its material.


MECHANICAL REVIEW COMMENTS:
Denied
1. Provide mechanical plans for the addition including the location of the supply and return registers. Indicate if a new unit will be provided or if the existing unit is sufficient to accept the new square footage.
2. Note that all exhaust fans will be terminated to the exterior
3. Note that ducts, air handlers and filter boxes shall be sealed. 2018 IRC M1601.4.1.


ELECTRICAL REVIEW COMMENTS
Denied
1. Indicate all exterior lighting will be installed in accordance with the 2012 City of Tucson/Pima County Outdoor Lighting Code.
2. Note that a minimum of 90% of all lighting fixtures in the dwelling will contain high-efficacy lamps. 2018 IECC R404.1.
3. Indicate the location of an existing exterior outlet at the front and rear of the house or indicate new one will be provided. 2017 NEC 210.52.
4. Note that all exterior outlets shall be GFCI protected and be provided with a weatherproof enclosure with “in-use” covers. 2017 NEC 406.8.
5. Note on the drawings that smoke detectors will be installed in the existing house, not just the new addition. Smoke detectors shall be installed in each sleeping room, outside of each sleeping room in the immediate vicinity of the bedroom. 2018 IRC R314.2. All detectors shall be interconnected so that the actuation of one alarm will activate all. 2018 IRC R314.4.
6. Note on the drawings that carbon monoxide detectors will be installed in the existing house. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed outside of each sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. 2018 IRC R315.3. All detectors shall be interconnected so that the actuation of one alarm will activate all. 2018 IRC R314.4. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms may be combined.


PLUMBING REVIEW COMMENTS:
Denied
1. Indicate the size of the water line and the water meter on the drawings and indicate if it is sufficient to accept the new plumbing fixtures.
2. Provide a plumbing fixture count for the project that includes all new and existing fixtures.
3. Note on the drawings that all plumbing drain, waste and vent systems shall be tested for leaks in accordance with the 2018 IRC P2503.5 prior to concealing.
4. Note on the drawings that all plumbing fixtures will be low flow type. Toilets are required to be at 1.6 gallons per flush or less, showerheads and all faucets to not exceed 2.5 gallons a minute. Ordinance 7178.
5. Indicate on the drawings that all showers will be pressure balanced and be supplied with an anti- scald mixing device, only the faucets are noted as having a max temperature on the plumbing fixture schedule.
6. Indicate all hot water lines will be insulated to a minimum of R3 2018 IRC N1103.4.


If you require additional clarification regarding these comments, please contact Doris Benoit at doris.benoit@tucsonaz.gov