Planning and Development Services IMPROVEMENTS WORKBOOK HOW TO NAVIGATE THE PROCESS

MAIN STEPS 1 & 2 Introduction

Dear Customer,

Welcome to the of Scottsdale’s Home Improvement Workbook...we’ve published this workbook to assist you through your home improvement process.

By making improvements to your home, you are contributing not only to the value of your investment, but also to the value of your neighborhood and the surrounding community.

This workbook is intended to be an educational tool that provides ideas for new and remodels in Scottsdale’s more established neighborhoods. It offers respectful considerations for blending projects with the defined characteristics of the neighborhood, while allowing you the flexibility to build, expand, or remodel to meet your individual needs and objectives.

It is our goal to help you through this process in the most efficient and streamlined way. We realize that the permitting/construction process can be intimidating and hope this booklet helps to explain the process in an easy-to-understand, easy-to-use, format.

Best wishes with your upcoming project,

Ed Gawf Deputy City Manager

i One Stop Shop Information Other Important Phone Numbers Graphics Legend If at anytime during the process you have Arizona Registrar of Contractors Throughout this workbook, you questions about this workbook, your specific (480) 542-1525 will see various graphics to remodel or would like to contact someone draw your attention to regarding your application requirements, Code Hotline important points. please contact the City’s One Stop Shop at (480) 312-2633 (480) 312-2500. Building Official (Building Variances) Community (480) 312-7080 Check Box Design Serves as your checklist of items Indian School Road Housing Resources Program you will need for your home (480) 312-4304 improvement One P Civic One Center Stop 75th Street Inspections and Land Survey Shop

Drinkwater Boulevard (general inspection questions and permit P extensions) Question Mark NORTH (480) 312-5750 Indicates commonly asked City questions Permit Inspections (automated scheduling of inspections) (480) 312-5796 Flag One Stop Shop Main Number Plan Review Indicates those things you need (480)312-2500 (480) 312-7080 to be aware of

One Stop Shop Permit Counter Records First , One Civic Center (480) 312-2356 7447 E. Indian School Rd. Helpful hint www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov Code Enforcement Indicates helpful ideas and (480) 312-2500 (480) 312-2546 information Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Arizona Blue Stake Center In addition, in the sidebars of One Stop Shop Records Counter (locating Utility lines) each section will be a glossary First Floor, One Civic Center (602) 263-1100 of terms for your quick 7447 E. Indian School Rd. reference. (480) 312-2356 Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

ii Contents

Introduction 1 Appendix 24 How to use the overall series of workbooks - 1.1 Zoning summary table 25 Steps One and Two are included in this guide. Steps Three and Four are available 1.2 Glossary of terms 27 separately. 1.3 Web sites 29 STEP ONE - Before You Get Started 3 ● Best Practices 3 1.4 Worksheets ● Hiring a licensed contractor 5 Water meter calculations 30 ● Identifying your existing conditions 7 Soils Waiver 31 Truss Waiver 32 STEP TWO - Beginning your project 10 Fire sprinkler worksheet 33 ● Permit overview 13 FEMA (flood control) Block 35 ● Completing your permit application 15 General requirements 1.5 General building requirements 36 Site plan Construction plans (building plans) 1.6 Frequently asked questions 37 Floor Plans ● Inspection process 21 Plans 40 ● Appeals for variances 22 Site Plan 41 Floor Plan 42 STEP THREE - Additional Guides Accessory Building 43 The city has put together a series of individual guides that are Plan 44 available at the One Stop Shop to provide guidance and information Plan 45 on your specific project. These guides are meant to serve as a New 46 resource in addition to the steps in Guides 1 and 2. New Addition 47 48 STEP FOUR - Additional Resources Conversion 49 ● Sustainable building practices summary ● Historic preservation summary Contributors 50 ● Landscaping design ideas ● Financial resource guide

iii INTRODUCTION

Before You Begin

This section of the workbook serves as a guide and checklist to assist in completing your project. It does not cover all building code and zoning ordinance require- ments, nor does it replace the services of a design professional, which is always recommended. How to use the overall series of workbooks Introduction

This workbook is presented in a step-by-step format to easily assist you through your home improvement process.

Step 1 - Basic Building Blocks Step 3 - Specific Home Improvement “Identifying Your Existing Guidelines “Individual Guides for Your Conditions” Needs” Step 1 provides you the basic This step provides additional building blocks for beginning information related to specific your home improvement project. improvement projects. This step begins by providing a series of questions about your NOTE: Included in a separate subdivision/neighborhood and guide the site to help identify issues that may arise when adding onto or improving a home in an Step 4 - Additional Resources established area. This section provides you additional resources Step 2 - Basic checklist “Beginning such as the Your Project” Landscape Guide Step 2 provides a helpful checklist and Financial of the basic documents you need Resources Guide. before you undertake any home improvement project. In NOTE: addition, it will direct you to Included in resources and frequently asked a separate questions. guide.

Note: Steps 1 and 2 are combined into one Guide.

1 1 Before You Get Started

2 STEP 1 Before You Get Started Best Practices Guide — Considerations to help you avoid

Best Practices ● Consider finding an architect Neighbors Best Practices address the and a builder who are experienced ● Respect that the construction individual responsibility of in building in an established site is someone else’s private homeowners, architects, builders, neighborhood. property. realtors, city staff, and officials in the home improvement process. ● Communicate directly with This is not a list of requirements, ● Single-family remodels, the owner in a positive manner but rather a list of suggestions additions and new if you have concerns about that will help minimize road- construction do not require an what is being built in your blocks or hurdles to achieving the architect, and you can utilize a neighborhood. successful completion of your draftsperson, draw your own project. These recommendations plans, and act as your own ● Be familiar with existing are based on a fundamental goal builder. Depending on the building codes, especially those of being sensitive to surrounding structure and nature or dealing with safety, noise, and properties and acting in a manner complexity of your project, keeping the site clean. that fosters mutual respect. you may need the expertise of a structural engineer. ● Call the builder or the Homeowners Interested in property owner promptly to deal ● Visit the site with your Building and Remodeling with concerns. ● architect; have them show you It’s good practice to hire how tall and how close your licensed contractors that are listed project will be relative to the ● Advise children of the dangers in the Arizona Registrar of adjacent homes. of a construction site. Contractors. Visit their web site for helpful hints and information ● Discuss your plans with your ● Tr y to be patient; construction about hiring licensed contractors neighbors; show them a copy is noisy and messy. at: http://www.rc.state.az.us/ of a perspective rendering of It’s also a good idea to get a your project. minimum of three bids from ● Be aware that Scottsdale’s various contractors to ensure ● Leave ample in your you are getting the best price and Building Code limits the hours budget for landscaping. You of construction to one-half also to get to know the various may need to re-vegetate areas hour before sunrise until contractors. You will want to where construction took place. select the one that you feel most See our landscaping guide in sunset. You can visit the City comfortable with. See page 5 Step 4 for landscaping ideas of Scottsdales web site to see for information on hiring a and options. amendments to the registered contractor. Building Code at: www.Scotts ● Post your phone number or a daleAZ.gov/codes/default.asp construction contact person’s (on site) for dealing with complaints.

3 potential problems/concerns for all parties affected by construction 1 Utilities Builders ● Deal with construction Before you dig in, you will need ● Respect that you are building complaints from neighbors to call Arizona Blue Stake. No in established/quiet quickly and fairly. In addition, matter the size of the project, neighborhoods. please let the homeowner Arizona law requires contractors know if you have received a ● Post a perspective rendering of and homeowners to call the complaint. the project on site. Arizona Blue Stake Center before ● Complete the exterior of the digging, , or excavating. ● Post a phone number and home and landscaping as This service is provided at no name of contact person on site. quickly as possible to lessen the charge to the customer. At least ● disruption to the two days prior to beginning the Mail a perspective rendering to neighborhood. project (excluding Saturdays, neighbors with any demolition notifications so they are aware Sundays, and legal holidays), call Local Government the center at 602-263-1100. of when this will be taking place. ● Deal with construction The rainbow of colors spray painted concerns from neighbors ● Work with an arborist or on or near your property are mark- quickly and fairly. landscape architect/designer. ings to identify the actual location ● Have copies available of the of underground utilities. ● Pay special attention to the safety, noise, and trash codes. Whether you are planting a tree, existing codes concerning dust installing a sprinkler system, or control safety, noise, and Many residents ask for referrals of laying underground pipe for a keeping the site, streets and contractors. The city is unable to construction project, it will be alleys clean. endorse one contractor over necessary for you to call the c ● another. The best resource for enter before you dig in order to Advise your subcontractors of finding registered contractors is prevent possible injury, costly the importance of these codes. the homepage of the Arizona damage, and/or service interrup- ● Before starting your project, Registrar of Contractors (Note: tion. The markings include seven fence your job site to ensure You can find a checklist for hiring standard colors, each identifying a maximum safety and check a registered contractor) different type of utility line. For regularly to be sure it is intact. http://www.rc.state.az.us/ example, yellow signifies natural gas, petroleum, nitrogen, butane, For specific contractors who are and propane; blue denotes water, in good standing with the Arizona ● irrigation, and wells; and red Have trash removed on a Registrar of Contractors, visit: identifies electric, traffic signals, regularly. Don’t let it over and streetlights. These markings flow. http://www.rc.state.az.us/clsc/AZ are temporary and will fade over ● Alert your subcontractors that ROCLicenseQuery time, so it may be difficult to they are working in locate them visually. neighborhoods where there are children; safety is of great concern. 4 Hiring a Licensed Contractor

Arizona Registrar of Contractors 3. Call the Registrar of 5. Once you are satisfied the Checklist Contractors or visit our web contractors are properly site to check out each licensed, obtain bids from at Note: This information is provided contractor to verify that they least three contractors. Each by the Arizona Registrar of have a current license and are contractor should be provided Contractors (ROC) and therefore properly licensed to perform with detailed instructions should be verified by ROC. the work specified. The ROC regarding what it is you want Contact them directly for further has an automated information done. Include information information regarding its services at system that is available 24 about the quality of materials (602)542-1525. hours a day, seven days a week. they will be using. The You may also want to check information used to obtain the Here are some good tips to know with the Better Business bids should also be included in before you hire a contractor: Bureau as an additional the final contract documents. resource at (602) 264-1721. 1. Develop a list of potential 6. If you are planning new contractors you might be 4. Check the contractor’s construction, consider having a interested in hiring to perform complaint record with the soils test performed via a soils your project. Registrar of Contractors for the test conducted by a registered number of complaints for the firm to 2. For each contractor obtain: last two calendar years. When determine whether the soil ● The owner’s name(s) considering the number of under the proposed structure is ● The correct spelling of the complaints a contractor has on adequate for the loads companie;s name(s) record, you should compare imposed. The soil test should ● Their five or six digit the number of years the also determine if any adverse contractor’s license contractors have been in soil conditions exist such as number or the information business and the construction expansive soil, high water from the contractor’s license volume. A contractor who has table, improper compaction or certificate or the contractor’s numerous complaints but has the presence of foreign material. license identification card. only been in business for a few months and has only built a few homes may not be your best choice.

5 1 7. New or How Much Will it Cost? additions should include some The total cost of your project will form of termite protection and include the price of materials, the A mail-order catalog is a convenient should be discussed with your hourly wages or fees paid to shopping guide for pricing and builder regarding the tradesman and other workers, ordering hardware and decorator available options . There are rent on equipment, and contin- materials. If you are modernizing a numerous methods available gency funds for unexpected or , you may want for termite protection, some of expenses. to visit showrooms where you can which are discussed in ROC’s get ideas. Consider taking along a Arizona Licensed Contractor Estimating Costs tape measure so you can determine Newsletters, Winter 1999 and Estimating material and labor whether what you like will fit Summer 2000, which can be costs is much like writing down a through your and into the found under ‘publications’ at grocery list. You might need: correct corner. http://www.rc.state.az.us 10 2x4’s 5 bags of cement There is no simple formula for 8. Be cautious about using a 4 hours electrician @ $20 hr. calculating labor expenses. At a contractor’s bid that is 1 sink minimum, they will equal your substantially lower than the material costs. So, if the materials other bids. It may indicate the Look at your diagram. amount to $2,000, your total project contractor was not aware of all Draw up a checklist of specific may cost approximately $4,000. of the work required or if the materials that you will need for contractor intends to use your particular project. Allow alternate building materials. about 10 percent extra for error and waste on each item. For more information about specific information/issues you should know about contractors, visit the Arizona Registrar of Contractors at http://www.rc.state.az.us/ Acrobat /Misc/ HiringContractor.pdf Identifying Your Existing Conditions

Step 1 asks questions that will create an awareness of the subdivision/neighborhood You can access aerial, topographic dimensions are identified surrounding your site. With this maps, etc. on-line at by either your subdivision educated sensitivity you will http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/bld- development standards (which are better understand how to address gresources/counterresources/Recor on file at the One Stop Shop) or the conditions and challenges you ds/Maps.asp your zoning district. Please may encounter within your own contact the city at neighborhood What are the subdivision/ (480) 312-7000 to verify your neighborhood boundaries? setbacks before your begin your project. –––––––––––––––––––––––––– Important Note: Access to Existing What are the overall lot Site Plans - If construction/ What is the history of development characteristics? remodeling has recently occurred on or the date/dates of construction (square, irregular, narrow, wide, your property, the site plan used for (subdivision, historic, etc.)? etc.) building permit application may be on file in the Records Division; site –––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––––––––– plans for older homes that have not been recently improved are not What is the zoning of the property? What are the existing streetscape likely to be available. A site plan (R1-35, R1-5, etc). You can characteristics? is a floor plan of the lot. City staff identify your zoning district on (shape of street, sidewalks, drive- can assist you in creating a site plan line at http://eservices.scotts- ways, mature tree locations, etc.) (work sheets are included in the daleaz.gov/cosmap/dmcinfo.asp, appendix). then select Land Information –––––––––––––––––––––––––– Web. You can also access a Zoning Classification Summary at How many do most The Subdivision/Neighborhood http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/Bldg have? (1, 1-1/2, 2, more) Answering the questions below Resources/Zoning/zones.pdf. In will help you find the common addition, see Appendix 1.1. –––––––––––––––––––––––––– characteristics which most likely define your neighborhood’s –––––––––––––––––––––––––– What is the predominant identity and appeal. Then, you material facing the street? will want to compare these to Do the existing homes follow the ( , stucco, brick, stone, your overall neighborhood current zoning setbacks? block) characteristics. (new subdivisions probably do, older areas may not) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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7 1 What is the predominant pitch, What are your setbacks? Zoning Districts type and material? (, side yards, rear yard) A system categorizing all properties. (shallow, steep, asphalt, wood, Contact (480) 312-7000 if you are shingle) –––––––––––––––––––––––––– unsure about your zoning. –––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––––––––– Setbacks –––––––––––––––––––––––––– The distance from the property lines that defines the buildable area. The Site Setbacks can be different for The site governs the size, orienta- Refer to Zoning Classifications different zoning areas. tion, light quality, etc. of your Summary at http://www.scotts- project’s location and it needs to daleaz.gov/BldgResources/Zoning Roof Pitch be identified (via a site plan) as /zones.pdf or in the Appendix 1.1 The angle or pitch of a roof is part of your permit application. of this guide calculated by the number of inches it The following questions will help extends horizontally. For example, a you create your site plan: roof that rises 6 inches for every 12 Is this consistent with the inches of horizontal run has a 6/12 What is the width and depth of surrounding property? pitch. your lot? Refer to your plat of –––––––––––––––––––––––––– survey or contact the city’s Plat of Survey Records Division at –––––––––––––––––––––––––– Owner’s legal document showing legal description and exact (480) 312-2356. The Records –––––––––––––––––––––––––– Division can identify the location boundaries of all of your front property line (i.e. Facade 25’ from the center line of the Where does the property sit on the The face or side of a building. street). The best way to know block? (on a corner, mid-block) Typically this is meant to describe all where property lines are located is the elements that give a side of a to have a certified land surveyor –––––––––––––––––––––––––– building its character, including the conduct a survey. In cases where materials, colors, shape and any a perimeter is already located Is there alley access? decorative additions. on the property, you can assume –––––––––––––––––––––––––– that the wall is an indication of –––––––––––––––––––––––––– Site Plan your property line. It is your Layout of lot showing building –––––––––––––––––––––––––– responsibility as the property locations, parking, open space, owner, to identify your property setbacks, etc. boundaries. Any disputes over property lines are a civil matter.

13 Identifying Your Existing Conditions

List the unique features of your property. Can you incorporate any common characteristics of the existing homes into your project (materials, ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– architectural details, roof pitch, landscaping, etc.)

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––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Are there any site conditions/obstructions that affect your project’s height (such as overhead power lines), If it’s a recently constructed home, plans are kept on setback lines, garage and driveway placement, file at the City of Scottsdale’s Records Division –– easements, and/or landscaping? For example, a home (480) 312-2356 –– for 90 days following certificate located on a corner lot will have an orientation that of occupancy. However, if your plans were sealed by includes two frontage areas, which may affect access, an architect, you will need a letter from your them positioning of driveways, sidewalks, etc. confirming that you can receive a copy of these doc- uments. After the 90 days, the City does not keep a ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– copy of the plans. If you have an older home, you may want to contact the original builder or have an ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– architect/designer create a blueprint/building plan for you. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The One Stop Shop also has basic building plans for four home improvement projects: How can you best locate, shape, and size the house, ● detached garage/storage shed garage and driveway to complement adjacent ● residential masonry fence/wall homes? ● attached residential cover and ● residential carport enclosure (to garage) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– These are available on-line http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/ onestopshop - click on ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ‘residential’, then click on ‘Residential Improvement Submittal Guidelines’ or you can obtain a hard copy ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– at the One Stop Shop, first floor of One Civic Center, 7447 E. Indian School Road.

9 2 Beginning Your Project

15 STEP 2 Beginning your project A

Please use your answers from ARTICLE VII. GENERAL PRO- on your home must comply with STEP 1 to help guide you VISIONS, Sec. 7.200. ADDI- current codes. through STEP 2. TIONAL AREA REGULA- TIONS of the Scottsdale Zoning Fire sprinklers Ordinance for specific language). If the remodeling and/or addition values comprise more than 25 percent of the existing home’s value, then the total house needs Identifying your project Property limitations to be fire sprinklered. If the ratio It is critical that you are fully is under 25 percent, then Design or remodel informed about the development sprinklers are not required in an At this point, you probably standards and/or zoning on your existing non-sprinklered already have general ideas about property. Development standards residence. your design or remodel. Listed may have been adopted at the below are a few things you may time your home/subdivision was A current Single Family want to consider before built, specifying how much area is Residential Fire Sprinkler proceeding with your project. required in your front, rear and Worksheet is available in side yard as well as maximum Appendix 1.4 to calculate the Accessory buildings building height. To verify your single-family existing square (secondary structures such as property setbacks/maximum footage values verses any new tool sheds, detached garages, building height, please contact additions and/or existing guest homes, etc.) the Planning & Development remodeled space. Accessory buildings adhere to Services Office at (480) 312- different setback requirements 7000. Indicate that you are call- Once the values are verified, the than the main/primary structure. ing to verify your setbacks and worksheet figures are added to the Construction of the main build- identify the property address/sub- architectural plans’ submittal ing must be underway before any division. You will receive verifica- copies for review and approval. accessory building construction tion Once the building permit is can occur. An accessory building within 24 hours. issued, the general contractor will an be constructed in a rear yard, hire a qualified fire sprinkler con- but cannot occupy more than Building to code tractor to produce installation 30% of the rear yard (except in When work performed within a drawings and calculations for R-5 multiple-family residential 12-month period exceeds 50 per- review and approval by Fire districts where 75% coverage is cent of the value of the existing Service Plans Analysis personnel. allowed). Accessory buildings home, the entire building shall be If you have questions about this cannot be closer than two feet to brought up to current codes. For worksheet, please call the One any side or rear lot line and work that is less than 50%, only Stop Shop at (480) 312-2500. height restrictions apply (see the new work you are completing

11 2 Landscaping Covenants, Conditions, and When installing landscape, make Restrictions (CC&Rs) sure to take adjacent yards into It is important to note that while The private rules that have been consideration. Planting trees less your project may comply with applied by the homeowners associa- than 10 to15 feet from a fence city requirements, it may violate tion to all future owners of the prop- may result in the tree overhanging CC&R’s, so city regulations need erty. These usually are applied to your neighbors yard as it matures. to be considered in conjunction subdivisions and master planned Planning for mature trees can with your CC&R’s. CC&R’s are developments. In some cases, they reduce conflict down the road. a private agreement between the are to be administered by individual To avoid this potential problem, homeowner association and the property owners within a subdivision, plant trees at least 10 to15 feet homeowner. The city does not but in many cases they are adminis- away from your block wall. enforce CC&R’s. tered by an established Home If you are unsure, check with an Owners Association (HOA). CC&RS arborist or your local are a private agreement between the about how large the tree(s) or association and the homeowners. plant is expected to grow. These rules are not enforced by the Please reference the Landscaping city. Your project may meet city Design Guide in Step 4 of this requirements, but violate your series of workbooks. CC&Rs.

CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) If you live in an HOA (Homeowners Association) or a community that is regulated by CC&Rs, it will be mandatory for you to review with them any regulations as they pertain to making modifications to your home or yard. Many times, these regulations only pertain to exterior modifications and may require that your design review committee approve your remodeling plans.

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The number one question the city receives when it Permit Overview-Knowing when you need a permit comes to home remodels is, “Do I need a permit for Before you begin your project, it’s a good idea to my project?” The answer is...it depends. This sec- become familiar with the different types of permits tion will help to clarify any questions you may have. for your project. Outlined below are the types of If not, our staff are always available to assist you. permits along with those projects that need permits and those that do not.

There are four types of permits:

Building Permit Required for all construction work including patio covers, room additions, and garage enclo- sures, /, retaining walls, and accessory buildings (storage buildings less than 200 square feet only requires a site plan).

Electrical Permit Required to install, alter, reconstruct or repair electri- cal wiring on any building, structure, , or mechanical equipment.

Plumbing Permit Required to install, alter, reconstruct, or repair any system, gas system, lawn sprinkler supply, water heater replacement.

Mechanical Permit Required to install, alter, reconstruct or repair any , refrigeration or other equip- ment or system, except portable or units.

Note: Except for gas piping, a plan review is not required for most single-family residential electrical, mechanical and plumbing work. These types of improvements are classified as “minimum” permits and can be acquired online at www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/ onestopshop or by coming into the One Stop Shop for an application. The inspection process is used to ensure a correct installation per the building codes. 13 2 While most home improvement projects require a permit (which helps ensure safety standards), there are some projects, that do NOT require a Permit expirations residential permit: Permists will expire if work is not commenced within 180 days of the permit being issued to you, or if the ● Detached, non-habitable structures smaller than work is not inspected by the city for a period of more 200 square feet in floor area (a site plan is than 180 days. required); ● Patio slabs or sidewalks/drives (not over 30 inches above grade); ● Repair existing landscape irrigation piping Extension of time (a permit is required to connect a new irrigation A time extension for a permit may be granted by a system to your waterline); building official under certain circumstances. For ● Walls, three feet or less (except retaining walls); specific information contact Inspection Services at ● Low-voltage landscape accent ; (480) 312-5750. ● Minor repairs or replacement of non-structural items such as glass, doors, hardware, kitchen cabinets, carpeting, or trim work (not affecting a pool enclosure or garage); Compliance orders ● Paint (interior/exterior); repair drywall, Building inspectors will issue a Compliance Order if plasterboard, paneling or stucco (insulated stucco work is started without having acquired the necessary systems require a permit); permits. The owner of the property or contractor ● Repair or replace existing evaporative coolers or must then obtain the required permits plus pay a air conditioning units without increasing the unit double permit fee before continuing the work. size or capacity; ● Repair or replace existing plumbing fixtures in the Permit fees same location; For a fee schedule, refer to ● Re-shingle or retile a roof when the same material www.scottsdaleaz.gov/onestopshop and select “Fees” is used. Or you can contact the One Stop Shop at (480) 312-2500. Subdivision covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) may govern some of these items even On-line permit application though they are not regulated by the city. Check An on-line permit application is available at: with your homeowners association before proceeding. http://eservices.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/planreview/ default.aspx Or you can contact the One Stop Shop at (480) 312-2500.

14 Completing Your Building Permit Application B

As you head into this next section, keep in mind you may not need all of these PROPERTY LINE requirements/plans. It all depends on your specific project. For instance, if your installing a water heater, you will need a permit, but not construction/ building plans. PROPERTY LINE General Requirements Construction requiring a permit must be performed by the owner-applicant, licensed contractor, or an appointed representative LINE PROPERTY (must be identified in writing). It is the responsibility of the homeowner or the contractor to obtain a building permit. RESIDENCE

On-line permit application form is available ADDITION at: http://eservices.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/ planreview/default.aspx

Plan check fees are due at the time of submittal; check with the One Stop Shop for the current list of fees or go to the City’s Web site at: PROPERTY LINE http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/onestopshop

Site Plans

You can access an on-line fee estimator at: http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/onestopshop

Any project started or completed without a permit will be charged a double permit fee.

15 2 ● Dimensions of existing and proposed Flood Zone A front, rear, and side setbacks (available Special flood hazard area with no Site Plan at the city’s Records Counter, on the base floor elevations. Typically adja- Provides a one-dimensional layout of the first floor of One Civic Center, cent to canals. project. 7447 E. Indian School Road or by calling (480) 312-2356.) Flood Zone AO Site plan documentation includes the ● Special flood hazard area with flood following: Dimension and type of all easements, ● Three copies of your site plan. (available at the city’s Records depths of 1 to 3 feet (usually sheet Counter, on the first floor of One flow on sloping terrain); average ● The property owner’s name, address Civic Center, 7447 E. Indian School depths determined. For areas of and telephone number. Rd. or by calling (480) 312-2356.) alluvial fan flooding, velocities also determined. ● Project address and lot number of ● Locations and dimensions of all legal description - legal description is existing and proposed buildings. available through the Maricopa Flood Zone B Recorder’s web site at: ● Locations of any new driveways. Areas between the limits of the 100- http://www.recorder.maricopa.gov year and 500-year flood; or certain ● Locations of covered , walls/ areas subject to 100-year flooding ● Zoning classification available fences and retaining walls. with average depth less than 1-foot on-line at http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/ or where contributing drainage area ● BldgResources/Zoning /zones.pdf, Maricopa County Assessor’s Parcel is less than one square mile; or areas then enter your address which will Number. protected by from the 100- generate a map. Once the map is on your screen, click the symbol on the ● Complete the FEMA (flood zone) year flood. left of your screen that indicates block form (included in the Appendix) zoning. An information box will and add to site plan. Flood zone Flood Zone C appear on the upper right hand corner information is available on the city’s Areas of minimal flooding. of your screen. The information web site at: http://eservices. contained in the box includes ScottsdaleAZ.gov /cosmap/fema/ Flood Zone D identification of the zoning district. acc_method.asp and at the Records Areas of undetermined, but possible Counter located at 7447 E. Indian flood hazards. ● Dimensions of lot and north arrow on School Road. the plan (dimensions available at the city’s Records Counter, on the first Flood Zone X (shaded) floor of One Civic Center, 7447 E. Areas of 500-year flood; areas of Indian School Rd. or by calling 100-year flood with average depths (480) 312-2356. less than 1-foot or where contribut- ing drainage area is less than 1- square mile; or areas protected by levees from the 100-year flood.

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Construction Plans Describes how the project will be built.

● When applying for a permit, provide two sets of your construction plans.

Property located in an flood zone A requires a grading and drainage plan sealed by a registered civil engineer. Flood zone RESIDENCE information is available on-line at: http://eservices.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/cosmap/fem a /acc_method.asp. Type in your address, which will generate a map with the flood zone information on the right hand side of ADDITION the screen.

Elevation Property located in a B, C, D, or X flood zone, and located south of the Central Arizona Project (CAP) canal requires a site plan for attached additions that match exist- Construction Plans ing floor elevations. Property located north of the CAP requires a grading and drainage plan sealed by an architect or civil engineer registered in the state of Arizona.

Property located in an Environmentally Sensitive Lands (ESLO) district must comply with the regulations in Section 7.800 of the Zoning Ordinance.

17 2 Floor Plans Included in the construction plan submittal.

(To scale; 1/8” or 1/4” = 1’-0” providing the following data) ● Floor plan of addition or area of KITCHEN renovation; ● Plan of in existing areas adjacent to an addition or enclosure; ● Location of all partitions and doors and by size and type; ● Locations and symbols for all electrical fixtures, switches, outlets, smoke detectors, exhaust fans, etc.;

● Square footage of existing residence and BEDROOM any new addition;

● height, height and location of soffits or sloped (related to smoke detector locations);

● Fire sprinklers may be required, and as Floor Plans such, need to be identified on floor plans. Please refer to the fire sprinkler information provided on page 11 of this guide.

18 Completing Your Building Permit Application B continued

Exterior Elevations Framing Plan Details and Sections Additional Attachments (At least two principal elevations (To scale min. 3/8” = 1’-0”) ● Water meter calculation sheet to scale of 1/8” or 1/4” = 1’-0” ● Sections through new to be completed if you are providing data as follows) construction exterior wall adding any new plumbing showing all details of fixtures (it is important to note ● Roof pitch and roofing construction from footing to that both new and existing material (i.e. 90# rolled highest point of roof, fixtures be included in the roofing); designating all materials and total). members by size, type, grade, ● Exterior finishes (i.e. wood thickness, spacing, and finishes; ● Soils waiver required if new siding, stucco, etc.); foundations are planned; ● Details and engineering on ● Locations of windows and truss rafters (pre-manufactured ● Tr uss designs from an doors with sizes; framing of the roof) if used; approved truss manufacturer. A truss waiver may be used ● Lowest finished floor elevation ● Sections and details of all only by an architect or and finished grade at exterior critical construction points or engineer that has sealed the of building; special structural items plans. Form located in the (include , , Appendix ● Dimension from top of highest skylights, etc.); ridge to lowest finished floor The City of Scottsdale has level. ● Direction and size of all floor adopted the following codes: and ceiling/roof framing. ● 2003 IRC- International Residential Code ● 1994 Uniform Plumbing Code ● 2003 International Mechanical Code ● 1999 National Electrical Code ● 2003 International Fire Code

2419 2 Basic Home Improvement Truss Waivers Construction Documents/Details A document signed by the owner and For four basic projects: signed and sealed by an architect or The City of Scottsdale provides engineer waiving the requirement four standard plans that may be for city review of prefabricated truss applicable to your project. engineering. The architect/engineer ● Detached Storage Shed/ assumes responsibility to review the Garage; engineering. This is used in lieu of ● Residential Masonry Fence/ submitting the truss engineering at Walls; the same time you submit your plans ● Attached Residential Patio to the city for approval. Covers; and ● Residential Carport Enclosure to Garage

Details/templates for the above projects are available on the city’s web site at: http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/ bldgresources/counterresources/SF RProcess.asp or in hard copy form at the One Stop Shop, 7447 E. Indian School Road. The Construction Document check- lists listed in Step 2 may not be required if you utilize information provided in the above listed booklets.

2518 Inspection Process C

Inspection Card After you receive your permit, you will be issued your inspection card. An inspection card will let you know what inspections are necessary and what phone num- bers to call for inspections (you or your contractor will need to schedule these).

You can schedule your inspections online at http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/one stopshop - click on “Inspections” in the right hand ; or at (480) 312-5796. Your request will be scheduled within 24 hours. To schedule online, you must have your permit number and key code from your permit.

2621 Appeals for Variances D 2 Many times people would like to Board of Adjustment (definition Board of Adjustment undertake a home improvement in side bar). It is important to The Board of Adjustment has the that the current zoning will not understand the jurisdiction of the power to review and approve vari- allow. There are two distinct Board of Adjustment before ances from zoning ordinance appeal processes for a variance - completing the pre-application requirements and administrative one relates to modifications to the form used to initiate the review decisions (zoning interpretations) zoning ordinance which are process. The board’s jurisdiction which create unnecessary hardships reviewed by the Board of is outlined below: in the development of property Adjustment (if they meet the state because of exceptional or extraordi- criteria); and the second appeal Board of Adjustment nary conditions. Unlike other boards process relates to a variance to the Jurisdiction or commissions, the Board of city’s Building Code, which is The Board of Adjustment has the Adjustment makes the final decision reviewed by the Building Official, power to review and approve onitems that come before it; vari- and if necessary, the Building variances from zoning ordinance ances are notpassed on to City Advisory Board of Appeal. requirements and administrative Council for final approval. decisions (Zoning Interpretations) These two processes are outlined which create unnecessary below. Please note that before hardships in the development of Building Advisory Board of you consider these processes (and property because of exceptional or Appeals invest time in them), it is extraordinary conditions. Unlike The Building Advisory Board of important to fully understand other boards or commissions, the Appeals has the jurisdiction to recom- what can and cannot be Board of Adjustment makes the mend that minor variances in the considered a variance. final decision on items that come electrical, plumbing and mechanical before it; variances are not passed application of the Building Code be Zoning Ordinance Variances on to City Council for final granted and that alternative con- Before you consider applying for approval. struction methods or materials be the review, you need to be aware allowed. Members appointed to the that state statutes prescribe the The Board of Adjustment is not Building Advisory Board of Appeals jurisdiction of this board, and it authorized to: must be qualified by experience and can only approve requests that ● Make any changes in special training to pass on matters pertain- meet four state criteria circumstances self-imposed by ing to building construction. The (outlined later in this section). the property owner. board also recommends ammend- ments to the Code. Minor Modifications to the ● Adjust or change conditions Zoning Ordinance placed by the City Council at Building Official Development Standards the time of rezoning or use Responsible for adopting and inter- Minor variances to the zoning permit approval. preting the building codes. ordinance are reviewed by the

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Zoning Ordinance Variances Requesting a Zoning Ordinance Minor Variances to the A variance from the provisions of Variance Building, Electrical, the Zoning Ordinance shall not Complete the Preliminary Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire be authorized unless the board Application Form available online codes shall find sufficient evidence of at www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov and Building code variances are the following (as required by state return to the Current Planning appealed to the Building Official statute): office at Planning and One Stop (definition in sidebar) and the Shop at 7447 East Indian School decision of the Building Official ● There are special circumstances Road, Suite 100. For more infor- may be appealed to the Building or conditions applying to the mation, call (480) 312-7000. Advisory Board of Appeals (defi- land, building, or use referred This form is also available at the nition in side bar). The board of to in the application which do One Stop Shop. appeals considers individual cases not apply to other properties where the strict letter of the code in the district; and, Appeals to Staff Decisions is impractical and the modifica- (Zoning Interpretations) tion is in conformance with the ● Such special circumstances The board will hear appeals from intent and purpose of the code. were not created by the owner decisions made by staff responsi- or applicant; and, ble for interpreting and enforcing For additional information the Zoning Ordinance. These regarding minor variances, please ● The authorizing of the variance appeals shall be filed within 30 contact the Building Official at is necessary for the days of such decisions on a form (480) 312-7080. preservation and enjoyment of provided by the city. For more substantial property rights; information on requesting and, Zoning Interpretations, contact the Current Planning office at ● The authorizing of the (480) 312-7000. application will not be materially detrimental to persons residing or working in the vicinity, to the adjacent property, to the neighborhood, or to the public welfare in general.

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26 Appendix - 1.1 Zoning Summary Table

It is important to note that many subdivisions/neighborhoods have development standards, which take prece- dence over the zoning. Be sure to call the city at (480) 312-7000 to identify if your subdivision has development standards.

Zone Allowed Uses Minimum Lot Siz Setback Requirements Max Building Sq Ft. Acres Front Side Rear Height

R1-190 S.F. dwellings, guest houses and other Accessory structures (i.e. 190,000 4.36 60 30 60 30 barns, ramadas, Detached garages), horse properties (for per- R1-130 sonal use only), adult care homes, Churches (subject to devel- 130,000 2.98 60 30 60 30 opment Review Board approval), model homes, public schools, R1-70 Personal wireless facility (minor)* 70,000 1.61 60 30 60 30

R1-43 Uses subject to Conditional Use permit: cemetary, commercial 43,000 0.99 40 20 35 30 boarding or breeding of Horses, ranches, golf course, personal R1-35 wirless facilities (major)**, private or charter schools 35,000 0.80 40 15 35 30

R1-18 *refer to Definitions Section 3.100 of Zoning Ordinance. 18,000 0.41 35 10 35 30 **refer to Administration & Procedures Section 1.403 of R1-10 Zoning Ordinance 10,000 0.23 30 7 25 30

R1-7 7,000 0.16 20 5’ min 25 30 14’ total

R1-5 4,700 0.11 15 0 or 5’ 15/25 30 10’ total

R-2 Any uses permitted in an R1 zone (refer to R1-43), 8,000 20 5’ min. 30 30 (2-family) dwelling units. 14’ total

Uses subject to Conditional Use Permit: any uses permitted with conditional use permit in an R1 zone (refer to R1-43)

R-3 SF dwellings, Multi-family dwellings, day care home, accessory 12.9 du/ac 30 structures, model homes, personal wireless facilities (minor)

Uses subject to Conditional Use Permit: personal wireless facilities (major)

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Zone Allowed Uses Minimum Lot Siz Setback Requirements Max Building Sq Ft. Acres Front Side Rear Height

R-4 ST dwelling units, accessory structures (i.e. guest houses, 8,000 8.3 30 detached garages) personal wireless facility (minor), churches, day care home

Uses subject to conditional Use permit: personal wireless facility (major)

R-4R Resorts (including ancillary uses), hotel, motel, dwelling units 7.5 ac 7.6 du/ac; 35 w/common walls, accessory structures, personal wireless facili- guest units ty (minor), churches, timeshare project, day care home 10.6 du/ac

Uses subject to Conditional Use Permit: golf course, personal wireless facility (major)

R-5 Multifamily dwellings, SF dwellings (detached), accessory 35,000 17-23 36 structures, day care home, personal wireless facility (minor) du/ac public school

Uses subject to Conditional Use Permit: day care center, golf course, hotel/motel/timeshare (limited to 10 units), personal wireless facility (major), private or charter school

M-H Manufactured home parks, accessory structures, SF dwellings, 10 ac 7,000 sf/unit 10 14 agg - 10 30 public schools, churches, day care home, personal wireless 5 min facility (minor)

Uses subject to Conditional Use Permit: personal wireless facility (major)

PCD Mixed use - residential, commercial indistrial 160 ac 30

PRD Mixed residential uses w/amended development standards 320 ac 30 Max

26 Appendix - 1.2 Glossary of Terms

Architectural Characteristics Roof line Back of Ultimate Improvements Details that define a home’s style See roof pitch. The alignment of the back of the sidewalk, if one exists, or the loca- Drywell Roof Pitch tion that the back of the sidewalk A hole, dug into the ground, The slope of a roof. It is typically would be if one were to be built wrapped with filter fabric, filled described by a ratio such as a “4 based upon the City of with rock, capped with top soil, in 12” pitch. This refers to a roof Scottsdale’s design standards for and covered with any ground slope that rises 4 inches vertically that street classification. cover including grass and gardens, for every 12 inches horizontally but not usually with trees or across the roof. The proper mini- Plat of Survey shrubs. mum roof pitch depends on the A map prepared by a registered type of roofing material being surveyor that shows all property Plat of Survey used. lines and dimensions, easements Owner’s legal document showing and other physical and legal con- legal description and exact Setbacks ditions of a property. boundaries of all buildings. The required distance that any Facade building shall be placed away Sight Triangle The face or side of a building. from a property line. An isosceles triangle located at the Typically this is meant to describe intersection of two streets. The all the elements that give a side of Setback lines triangle is measured 25’ from the a building its character, including Also called . corner of the property in each the materials, colors, shape and The area created by the setbacks direction. These points are con- any decorative additions. where the main building, includ- nected, creating a triangle that ing additions, can be located on shall remain open to provide clear FEMA the lot. sight around the corner for traffic. (Federal Emergency Management Agency) The federal agency responsible for Yard, Side Street Site Plan assessing the potential threat of The yard on a corner single-fami- A drawing of a property that natural and other disasters and ly lot that faces the street with the shows the location and size of then managing the Federal gov- longest frontage. proposed and existing improve- ernment’s support in the recovery ments such as buildings, struc- from disasters that occur. This Yard, Required tures, landscaping, parking and agency prepares Flood Zone maps The minimum yard area and drives, walkways, etc. that indicate the type and magni- dimension as required by the tude of flooding that could occur applicable zoning district. Streetscape with a 100-year storm across an The front elevation of homes on a area. This dictates the required block; includes the , land- floor level of your building scaping, and setbacks. (finished floor level).

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Truss Waiver of improvements, determining Owners Association (HOA). A document signed by the owner how and where grading is needed CC&RS are a private agreement and signed and sealed by an and evaluating the drainage con- between the association and the architect or engineer waiving the ditions of a property. homeowners. These rules are not requirement for city review of enforced by the city. Your project prefabricated truss engineering. Zoning may meet city requirements, but The architect/engineer assumes The regulation that use to violate your CC&Rs. responsibility to review the engi- control the location, types of uses neering. This is used in lieu of and physical standards for the Foothills Overlay submitting the truss engineering improvement of property across The Foothills area covers approxi- at the same time you submit your the community. Most cities have mately eight square miles, gener- plans to the city for approval. both a Zoning Ordinance, that ally between Dixileta Road to the includes the rules regarding uses north, Jomax Road to the south, Soils Waiver and standards for development, 56th Street to the west and 96th A document signed by the owner and a Zoning Map, that depicts Street to the east. A zoning over- waiving the code requirement for the specific location of zoning dis- lay has been applied to this area a soils test to certify the capacity tricts that are included in the to help protect the rural character. of the soil to support the weight Zoning Ordinance. Additional information is avail- of the structure. able on-line at: E.S.L.O. http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/ Soffit Environmentally Sensitive Land codes/OrdinanceUpdates/ An area where the ceiling has Ordinance. A zoning area to pro- FoothillsOverlay/default.asp been lowered, typically to conceal tect open space, typically located ductwork; or the area enclosing in the high desert area of the city. NAOS (Natural Area Open Space) the roof on the exterior That portion of a property that is of your house. Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions required by the Environmentally (CC&Rs) Sensitive Lands Ordinance to be Topography The private rules that have been set aside as native desert area and The lay or contour of the property. applied by the Homeowners not to be improved. This can be Association to all future owners of done by way of an easement, tract Topographic survey the property. These usually are or other means accepted by the A map of a property that shows applied to subdivisions and mas- city. Most of this area is intended lines depicting the elevations ter planned developments. In to be untouched desert but a above sea level that have been some cases they are to be admin- minor portion may be restored determined either by field meas- istered by individual property desert area. urements or evaluation of aerial owners within a subdivision, but photographs. This is useful in in many cases they are adminis- determining the specific location tered by an established Home

28 Appendix - 1.3 Websites

One Stop Shop www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/onestopshop

FEMA Block http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/bldgresources/SubmittalGuidelines/default.asp

Building Code http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/bldgresources/counterresources/PlanReview/PlanReview.asp?catID=1

Building Permit Fees http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/onestopshop

Inspections http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/onestopshop/Inspections/Inspections.asp

Records http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/bldgresources/counterresources/Records/Records.asp?catID=1

Site Information http://eservices.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/cosmap/lis/default.asp http://recorder.maricopa.gov/recdocdata/GetRecData Select.asp

Parcel Data http://recorder.maricopa.gov/recdocdata/GetRecDataSelect.asp

Plat Maps http://recorder.maricopa.gov/imaps/

Zoning District http://eservices.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/cosmap/lis/default.asp

29 Appendix - 1.4 Worksheets - Water Meter Calculation A CITY OF SCOTTSDALE Plan Check #______SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Date : ______WATER METER SIZE revised 12/95

To determine your water meter fee, your water development fee and your sewer connection fee, you must know the size of the water meter required for your residence. To determine the correct size, please provide the following essential information.

1) Total number of fixture units of all water-using outlets is: Fixture Number of Total Type of Fixture Unit Value Fixtures Fixture Units Bidet 2 X = Water 3 X = Shower 2 X = Tub 2 X = Lavatory 1 X = Kithcen Sink 2 X = Dishwasher 2 X = Bar Sink 1 X = Hose Bibbs (include only 2) 3 X 2 =6 Laundry Sink 2 X = Clothes Washer 2 X = Evaporative Cooler 1 X = Ice Maker 1 X = Other * ___ X = TOTAL =

*Water supply outlets for items not listed above shall be computed at their maximum demand or according to the size of the supply pipe as indi- cated in the Uniform Plumbing Code; whichever is greater.

2) Total length of the water line from the water meter to the farthest water-using outlet/fixture

is______lineal feet.

3) Local water service pressure is ______pounds per square inch (psi). Note: It is your responsibility to obtain a water pressure field test at your site or as near to your site as possible. Your building permit cannot be issued until you have done so.

Note: An approved type pressure regulator preceded by an adequate strainer shall be installed and the pressure reduced to eighty (80) psi or less.

______(Print) Name & Title Signature Date

to be completed by plan reviewer:

Size of Meter: ______Size of Building Supply ______This does NOT permit the violation of any section of any federal, state or local regulations.

When approved by the City of Scottsdale, the Applicant must deliver a copy of this form, or the City approved plans, to the Fire Sprinkler Designer to use in the calculation of the fire sprinkler system. Verification of the Meter size must accompany Fire Sprinkler plans sub- mitted for review.

12/95-wmeter2.doc

30 Appendix - 1.4 Worksheets - Soils Waiver

CITY OF SCOTTSDALE Planning & Development Department

WAIVER OF REQUIREMENTS FOR SOILS TESTING

This certificate may be used in lieu of providing soils reports for single family residences. ______Project Name Plan Check Number ______Address

To be filled in and signed by OWNER before a building permit is issued.

I (owner) ______hereby request waiver of the requirement that the City of Scottsdale be provided with a soil test report specifying bearing soil capabilities and classifications of soil for my prospective building lot/site.

I hereby certify the following:

All footings, including isolated column footings shall be located with their bearing at eighteen inches (18”) minimum below lowest adjacent undisturbed soil or engineer certified compacted grade within 5’-0” and shall be:

a) Provided with a minimum effective soil bearing capacity of one thousand five hundred pounds per square foot (1500 psf).

b) Designed for a maximum effective bearing pressure of one thousand five hundred pounds per square foot (1500 psf).

Furthermore, the City of Scottsdale, Arizona will be held harmless for any damage resulting from insufficient bearing pres- sure, expansive soil or any other soil problems.

Owner or Agent (If agent; title, relationship to project, and furnish letter signed by owner authorizing you as agent)

______Print Name ______Signature Date

This does NOT permit the violation of any section of the UNIFORM BUILDING CODE or any federal, state or local regulations.

31 Appendix - 1.4 Worksheets - Truss Design Waiver A CITY OF SCOTTSDALE SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS TRUSS DESIGN REVIEW WAIVER

______Subdivision ______Address ______Plan Check No. Standard Plan No.

As the registered professional in charge of structural design of the building, I will review the selected ‘approved’ fabricator truss designs and related connections, and subsequent revisions provided to me, for compability with the above referenced project, and affix my shop drawing stamp or other means of identification.

______Print Reg. Professional in Charge of Building Plans SEAL (Signature and Date)

As the Owner/Applicant/Authorized agent, I agree that all truss design information will be provided to the registered pro- fessional in charge of the structural design of the building, for review, including the use of alternate fabricators, variations in design from the original trusses or change in placement.

______Print Name Signature Date

NOTE: Truss design sheets shall be signed, sealted and dated within the current code year by an Arizona registrant. Engineered truss designs, reviewed by the design professional in charge of the building structural design, shall be attached to the field set of City reviewed plans prior to the trusses being set in place.

This does NOT permit the violation of any section of the UNIFORM BUILDING CODE or any federal, state or local regulations.

32 Appendix - 1.4 Worksheets - Sprinkler

SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL FIRE SPRINKLER WORKSHEET 2001.1

EXISTING SQ. FT. VALUE VALUATION* MASONRY - A/C - X $74.68 = WOOD FRAME - A/C - X $74.68 = A - FINISHED X $74.68 = BASEMENT - UNFINISHED X $29.99 = TOTAL A =

MASONRY - GARAGE X $29.99 = B WOOD FRAME - GARAGE X $29.99 = TOTAL B =

PATIO/ OPEN CARPORT X $29.99 C TOTAL C =

TOTAL EXISTING VALUE TOTAL D = D (A+B+C)

TOTAL EXISTING VALUE X 25% E TOTAL E =

NEW ADDITION MASONRY - A/C - X $74.68 = WOOD FRAME - A/C - X $74.68 = F BASEMENT - FINISHED X $74.68 = BASEMENT - UNFINISHED X $29.99 = TOTAL F =

MASONRY - GARAGE X $29.99 = G WOOD FRAME - GARAGE X $29.99 = TOTAL G =

PATIO/ OPEN CARPORT X $29.99 = H TOTAL H =

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EXISTING REMODELED SPACE MASONRY - A/C - X $74.68 X 30% = WOOD FRAME - A/C - X $74.68 X 30% = MASONRY - GARAGE X $29.99 X 30% = I WOOD FRAME - GARAGE X $29.99 X 30% = PATIO/ OPEN CARPORT X $29.99 X 30% = BASEMENT - FINISHED X $29.99 X 30% = BASEMENT - UNFINISHED X $29.99 X 30% = TOTAL I =

TOTAL NEW AND REMODEL, (F+G+H+I) TOTAL J = J ** IF J>E, FIRE SPRINKLERS WILL BE REQUIRED** * Values are based on the Building Standards magazine April 2003 issue.

34 Appendix - 1.4 Worksheets - FEMA Block

FEMA BLOCK

In accordance with FEMA and City requirements, the following information must be included on the cover sheet of all plans which establish lowest floor elevations and flood-proofing elevations for both residential and non-residential structures.

FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP (FIRM) INFORMATION

Community Panel Panel FIRM FIRM Base Flood Elevation Number Number Date Suffix Date Zone (AO Zone, use depth)

045012

Engineer’s Certification: The lowest elevation(s) and/or flood-proofing elevation(s) on this plan are sufficiently high to provide protection from flooding caused by a one hundred year storm, and are in accordance with City of Scottsdale Revised Code, Chapter 37- Floodways & Floodplains Ordinance.

*PLEASE NOTE*

From the Code of Federal Rules- 44CFR 65.2 Certification of data is a statement that the data is accurate to the best of the certifier’s knowledge.

*Certification analysis is a statement that the analysis have been performed correctly and in accordance with sound engineering practices.

*Certification of structural works is a statement that the works are designed in accordance with sound engineering practices to provide protection from the base flood.

*Certification of “as built” conditions is a statement that the structure(s) has been built according to the plans being certified is in place and is fully functioning.

35 Appendix - 1.5 General Building Requirements A Listed below are some of Scottsdale’s general building requirements. This information is helpful when it comes to installing these specific items in your remodel: Location on Property Roof construction 1 1/4” to a maximum of 2” in All dwellings, addition to The allowable span of roof rafters cross-sectional dimensions and dwellings and detached accessory is measured from the wall plate to must be located between 34” and buildings must conform to the the roof ridge, unless the rafters 38” above the nosing of treads zoning ordinance requirements of are attached to intermediate bear- and landings. Openings in rail- the city. ing partitions. Floor spans ings shall be of such design that a are measured between bearing sphere 4” in diameter cannot pass Private garages members. Roof trusses may be through. In existing houses without a fire used, provided the truss designs sprinkler system, the construction are sealed and signed by an engi- Wall framing-wood materials on the garage side of a neer licensed in Arizona. Seal Exterior walls of one story wood frame wall between the dwelling shall be dated within the latest frame building shall be garage must be of one-hour fire city adopted building code (which constructed with stud framing resistive construction consisting of is the 2003 IBC, adopted not less than 2 x 4, spaced not 5/8” fire resistive sheet rock or September 16, 2003). All truss more than 24” on centers (o.c.), gypsum lath and plaster. The designs shall be identified on the supporting roof and ceiling only ceiling must be protected in the framing plan. and maximum of 10’ in height. same manner. Doors must be Utility grade studs shall be a 1 3/8” minimum thickness, solid Room sizes minimum of 16 o.c. and support core, with a self-closing and tight At least one room in a dwelling only roof and ceiling load to a fitting, self-latching device. shall be not less than 120 square maximum 8’ height. Non-load Windows between the garage and feet. Other habitable rooms bearing utility grade studs may be house shall be unopenable and of except and , 10’ in height. wire glass set in steel frames. No , and shall contain not opening shall lead directly into a less than 70 square feet. identification room used for sleeping. These All framing members and requirements also apply to carport Stairways or other sheathing types conversions into garages. Stairways must be a minimum of shall be identified by an approved In fire sprinklered houses, the 36” in width with at least one grade mark. one-hour fire resistive construc- handrail. The rise of stairs shall tion and solid core are not be more than 7 3/4” and the exempt. However, a self closing, tread depth shall not be less than and tight fitting, self-latching 10”. The vertical headroom door is required. clearance shall not be less than 6’8”. The handgrip portion of handrails shall be a minimum of

36 Appendix - 1.6 Frequently Asked Questions

Why is a permit required? What items are inspected by the Who can I call if I don’t know A permit activates your inspec- city’s inspection Division? where to start and am not familiar tions to ensure work is being Buildings - including electrical, with Scottsdale’s development done according to code and your plumbing, and mechanical. Keep process? approved plans. in mind this depends on what You can call the Planning & you are remodeling in your home, Development Services Customer If my project involves many types of and not all of these inspections Relations Office at construction (electrical, plumbing, may be required. Contact the (480) 312-7800 or e-mail structural, etc.) can I apply for all city’s One Stop Shop at [email protected] of the required permits under a (480)312-2500 for your specific single permit? requirements. If you have a ques- If I am considering purchasing a Yes. tion specifically related to inspec- home in Scottsdale what informa- tions, you can call tion should I be aware of? What happens if I had work done (480)312-5750. Part of your research should to my house that did not have a include access to zoning (which permit? How do I arrange an inspection and identifies what can legally be built If work was completed without a when are inspections conducted? in and around the property you permit, either by the prior owner By calling the number listed at are considering) and what the city or yourself, an outside structural the top of the Inspection Card has planned to build in and engineer will have to inspect it to issued when you receive your around your property - which is certify that the addition or permit from the city. identified in Scottsdale’s General remodel was built according to Plan. It is important to note that code, and a minimum building Does the city provide consultation schools and churches are consid- permit will be issued to the prior to re-submitting corrections? ered residential uses and can be homeowner for final inspection to Yes, the applicant must make an located in residentially-zoned make the addition legal. appointment with the plan areas. You can access zoning reviewer who has been handling information and Scottsdale’s What happens once I am issued my the remodel. Plan Review is General Plan on-line at permit? located at 7447 E. Indian School http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/gen You will be issued an inspection Road, first floor and can be eralplan If you have questions card and may start construction at reached by phone at about the General Plan you can that time. (480) 312-7080. call the City’s Strategic Planning Office at (480) 312-7990. How long does it take to process my permit? Once plans are approved, approximately 10-15 minutes.

37 A Who can I call to answer land use What are setbacks and why are they How can I identify the zoning on a questions? important? piece of property? You can call the Planning & Scottsdale’s residential zoning dis- Zoning maps are available at the Development Services tricts identify the minimum lot city’s Records Division, located on Department at (480) 312-2352 or size and also include restrictions the first floor of One Civic (480) 312-7829 or you can e-mail related to maximum building Center, 7447 E. Indian School [email protected] or height and depth of the front Road. The Records Division can [email protected]. yard, rear yard, and the side yards be reached by phone at (required spacing from the prop- (480) 312-2356. For general What is zoning? erty line). The front yard is iden- informational purposes, you can The zoning identifies what can tified as the area adjacent to road also access zoning information legally be built on a piece of access. Setbacks ensure a mini- on-line at http://eservices. property. Zoning is generally cat- mum amount of open space ScottsdaleAZ.gov/cosmap/lis/defa egorized into three areas: 1) resi- between properties and home- ult.asp dential; 2) commercial; or 3) owners need to be familiar with industrial and also carries a desig- setback requirements before con- Once you link to the above web nation related to the intensity of sidering home improvements that address, you can obtain zoning the development. extend the footprint/size of the (and other related land-use infor- home. mation) by entering one of five What are the different residential search options: zoning districts? How can I access the city’s zoning 1) address; Residential zoning identifies the ordinance? 2) intersection; minimum size of the lot, i.e. R1-7 Scottsdale’s zoning ordinance is 3) assessor parcel number (APN); zoning identifies the following: R located in Appendix B of the City 4) quarter section; or (residential); 1 (single-family); -7 Code which is available on-line at 5) key area map. (minimum lot size of 7,000 http://livepublish.municode.com/ square feet); R1-35 equates to res- 2/lpext.dll?f=templates&fn=main- If you have questions on how to idential, single-family with a min- j.htm&vid=10075 navigate this Web site, please call imum lot size of 35,000 square (480) 312-2356. feet. You can access a generic I am having difficultly navigating summary of zoning classifications the on-line City Code at: http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/ document/Zoning Ordinance - Who BldgResources/Zoning/zones.pdf can I call for assistance? You can call the Planning & Development Services Customer Relations Office at (480) 312-7800 or e-mail [email protected]

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What type of use is allowed in the How do I measure the height of a What is NAOS (Natural Area different zoning districts? structure? Open Space)? Click on the link “Summary of There are two basic ways to meas- The intent and purpose of the Zoning Classifications” at ure the height of a building. ESL ordinance (see previous ques- http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/ Outside of areas with the tion) is to identify and protect BldgResources/Zoning/zones.pdf Environmentally Sensitive Lands environmentally sensitive lands in for a generic description of uses overlay, building heights typically Scottsdale and to promote public allowed in each district. The are measured from the average health and safety by controlling summary also provides an curb elevation adjacent to the development on these lands. The overview of building setbacks, property. For properties within ESL ordinance requires that a minimum lot size and maximum the Environmentally Sensitive percentage of each property be building height. Lands overlay, building heights permanently preserved as Natural are measured from the original Area Open Space and that specific How close to my property line can I natural topography before the site environmental features including build an addition or an accessory was developed. If there is the vegetation, washes, mountain structure (i.e. a tool shed, storage potential for major flooding, the ridges and peaks, be protected. structure)? building height may be set one- Additions of livable area to foot above the flood elevation as What types of business are allowed homes must meet the same set- determined by a detailed engi- as home occupations? backs that the home must meet. neering . Home occupations that are Patios, and other such allowed include those profession- additions will need to meet either What is ESLO (Environmentally al, clerical, crafts and other such specific provisions in the residen- Sensitive Lands Ordinance)? activities that do not require any tial district that applies to the The Environmentally Sensitive exterior modifications to the resi- property or the provisions in the Lands Ordinance is unique to dence, that do not sell anything General Provisions section of the Scottsdale and provides an addi- on the premises and do not have Zoning Ordinance. Accessory tional layer of regulations to pro- any employees or clients coming buildings need to meet the specif- tect and preserve Scottsdale’s to the property to work on the ic provisions as stated in the desert environment. The ESL premises. General Provisions of the ordi- ordinance was adopted by the nance, or if the property is locat- Scottsdale City Council in 1991 ed in an area that has the to guide development throughout Foothills Overlay (additional 134 square miles of desert and information on the Foothills mountain areas - roughly those Overlay is provided in the areas located north and east of the Glossary) it will need to meet the Central Arizona Project canal specific provisions included in (CAP). You can access an ESL this overlay district. map on-line at: http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/ codes/OrdinanceUpdates/ESLO 39 Maps.asp P Plans Plans - Site Plan

41 Plans - Floor Plan

42 Plans - Accessory Building

43 Plans - Foundation Plan

44 Plans - Framing Plan

45 Plans - New Garage

46 Plans - New Addition

47 Plans - Masonry Fence

48 Plans - Carport Conversion

49 C Contributors Special Thanks

Catherine Hayes for allowing us WORKBOOK DEVELOPMENT TEAM to use pictures of her home in this book. Molly Edwards Sharyl Harris Citizen & Neighborhood One Stop Shop The City of Naperville, Illinois Resources/Housing Resources for allowing us to utilize Sue Landreth information from its document, Robin Meinhart One Stop Shop “Workbook for Successful Planning & Development Redevelopment.” Services Anthoy Floyd Green Building Program Rick Forgus Communications & Public Sarah Uribe-Schwartz Affairs Green Building Program

Wendy Hardy Beckye Frey Planning & Development Planning & Development Services Services

Robyn Baker Travis Lindsey Water Resources/Water Planning & Development Conservation Services

Darrell Morrison Keenan Ward Planning & Development Planning & Development Services Services

Michael Rosenthal Dave Potter Planning & Development Planning & Development Services Services

Teresa Huish Maggie Wilson Planning & Development Communications & Public Services Affairs

Bob Petrillo Jan Horne Inspection Services Communications & Public Affairs

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