Features
Special features need engineering
Raised walls, vanishing edges, and similar features are not covered by a standard plan.
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What the city says
Scottsdale says special features require engineering calculations at submittal for plan review, with two complete sets of structural plans and two sets of calculations.
Examples to ask about
- Vanishing or negative edges
- Raised bond beams and walls
- Rock features and slides
Plan the time
Engineering adds a step. Ask your builder how it affects the schedule.
Sources
Public pages, linked so you can read the source yourself. Rules change, so confirm the current version with the agency before you rely on it.
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