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A collection of requirements that pertain to a specific subject and regulate specific practices - Correct Answer ✅ code written set of regulations that provides the means for exercising reasonable control over construction and is available for adoption by cities, counties state or country. Such codes are frequently amended by adopting jurisdictions with changes that are desirable for legal or local needs. - Correct Answer ✅ Model code A legal document that regulates the construction of buildings and structures. It also regulates the installation of fixtures, equipment and accessories - Correct Answer ✅ Building code To protect the public health, safety and welfare by regulating construction - Correct Answer ✅ Purpose of codes The purpose to be accomplished and allows design and engineering professionals to select alternative methods and materials as long as they meet the minimum requirements
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for health safety and welfare. - Correct Answer ✅ Performance Regulation Describes exactly what methods and materials are to be used as well as the size and location of components. - Correct Answer ✅ Prescriptive Regulation Who has the authority to adopt codes? - Correct Answer ✅ States by the federal government A published technical document that represents an industry consensus on how a material or assembly is to be designed, manufactured, tested or installed so that a specific level of performance is obtained. - Correct Answer ✅ Standard Non profit organization dedicated to developing a single set of comprehensive and coordinated model construction codes.
- Correct Answer ✅ ICC Who is best known for establishing the first building code? - Correct Answer ✅ Hammurabi
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An enforceable extension of the code - Correct Answer ✅ Referenced Standard The intent and purpose of an icc model code is stated in what chapter of that code? - Correct Answer ✅ Chapter 1 The international codes can be adopted by what? - Correct Answer ✅ reference Who grants the authority to adopt codes? - Correct Answer ✅ The federal government A model code cannot be adopted without what? - Correct Answer ✅ Referencing that specific edition The maximum number of voting representatives for an icc governmental member is determined by who? - Correct Answer ✅ Determined by the population These items are found in what report:
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A detailed description of the method or material being used. The manufacturers name and address. Limitations of the method or material. - Correct Answer ✅ ICC Evaluation Service report Provides interpretations of misunderstood or confusing code requirements. - Correct Answer ✅ ICC interpretation service An adopted code may become invalid if it...? - Correct Answer ✅ Prohibits alternative methods or materials What is a key characteristic of the code development process? - Correct Answer ✅ Final voting is done by icc governmental representatives Permit and plan review fees are collected to - Correct Answer ✅ Offset the cost of departmental operations What is not typically a consideration when calculating a building permit fee? - Correct Answer ✅ value of land
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Two parts of a zoning ordinance are - Correct Answer ✅ A map and the text What can a citizen do If the setbacks for a proposed building do not meet the zoning ordinance due to an irregular shaped lot? - Correct Answer ✅ Appeal to the zoning board of appeals for a variance Nonconforming use provisions in the zoning code do not prohibit what? - Correct Answer ✅ The sale of the nonconforming property to another owner An easing of the terms of the zoning ordinance - Correct Answer ✅ Variance What is enforced when there is a conflict between the building code and zoning ordinance? - Correct Answer ✅ The most stringent requirement When was the standard zoning enabling act established by the us department of commerce? - Correct Answer ✅ 1924
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What are the three major zoning districts? - Correct Answer ✅ Industrial, residential, commercial Zoning ordinances must include provisions for nonconforming uses, which are? - Correct Answer ✅ Uses that existed before the zoning ordinance was in effect A building permit is _____ - Correct Answer ✅ License to build One of the primary reasons for requiring a building permit is to_____ - Correct Answer ✅ Verify compliance with minimum construction standards Plans and specifications necessary for obtaining a permit - Correct Answer ✅ Construction Documents A written description that spells out the qualitative requirements for products, materials, and workmanship
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A reference symbol indicates _____ - Correct Answer ✅ What number the detail is and on what page it appears Which of the following is not typically shown on a foundation plan? - Correct Answer ✅ height of foundation walls A site plan does not typically show _____ - Correct Answer ✅ Finished roof elevation A roof plan does not typically show - Correct Answer ✅ Trusses or rafters Structural calculations or soils reports are examples of - Correct Answer ✅ Engineering details A parcel of land bounded by a lot line or a designated portion of a public right of way is known as a - Correct Answer ✅ site
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What are typically the first 3 items to check in a zoning review? - Correct Answer ✅ Use, zoning district, and location The primary purpose of conducting a building plan review is to - Correct Answer ✅ check the construction documents for compliance with the code During the _____ inspection, the inspector checks base fill material type and thickness and vapor barrier placement - Correct Answer ✅ concrete slab on grade At the framing inspection, all concealed spaces are checked to determine if ______ is required. - Correct Answer ✅ Fireblocking and draftstopping When compliance can't be obtained through a field correction notice alone, a _____ is typically issued - Correct Answer ✅ Notice of Violation
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Official department records shall be retained _____ - Correct Answer ✅ For the period required for retention of public records The appendices of the code shall _____ - Correct Answer ✅ Not apply unless specifically adopted When permitted, a modification of the code must be in compliance with the _____ of the code - Correct Answer ✅ intent/purpose The building official, through the development of policies and procedures, shall not have the authority to - Correct Answer ✅ Waive the provisions of the code Inspections performed by an approved agency must be documented by reports certified by _____ - Correct Answer ✅ A responsible officer of the agency
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Employees of the jurisdiction who are delegated authority by the building official to serve in his or her behalf are described by the IBC as _______ - Correct Answer ✅ deputies All representatives of the building safety department shall carry proper identification ______ - Correct Answer ✅ When inspecting structures Generally, the building official will not be rendered liable when _____ - Correct Answer ✅ Acting for the jurisdiction in good faith The building official is authorized to enter an occupied structure at reasonable times to make an inspection, provided _____ - Correct Answer ✅ Credentials are presented and entry is requested If a building is unoccupied and the building official finds it necessar y to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of the code, the building official must first - Correct Answer ✅ Make a reasonable effort to locate the owner and request entry
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In general, the legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of a new code is.... - Correct Answer ✅ Permitted to continue without change A determination by the building official to allow construction below the level prescribed by the flood hazard provisions requires written notice to the applicant stating that..... - Correct Answer ✅ Construction below the design flood elevation increases risks to life and property, In flood hazard areas, who determines whether proposed work is a substantial repair? - Correct Answer ✅ Building Official When a building is deemed a substantial improvement by the building official in a flood hazard region, the structure must meet the requirements of.... - Correct Answer ✅ Section 1612 of the currently adopted IBC An application for permit shall be considered abandoned after how many days after filing, unless the application has been
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pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued. - Correct Answer ✅ 180 days What type of work is specifically allowed to be covered under an annual permit? - Correct Answer ✅ Alteration to an already approved mechanical installation If no work is commenced on an approved permit, it shall expire after how many days? - Correct Answer ✅ 180 days Who shall keep a detailed record of alterations made under an annual permit? - Correct Answer ✅ Permit holder An application for a permit that exceeds the time limit from the date of filing may be extended for maximum periods of _____ days when authorized by the building official. - Correct Answer ✅ 90 days The maximum allowed area for an accessory storage structure that does not require a permit is how many square feet? - Correct Answer ✅ 120
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stamp, as....... - Correct Answer ✅ Reviewed for Code Compliance For an above ground pre fabricated pool accessory to a group r3 dwelling to be exempt from the permit requirements, the code limits the pool to a water depth of less than _______ inches and a capacity not greater than _________ gallons. - Correct Answer ✅ 24; 5, In flood hazard areas, documentation of the elevation of the lowest floor shall be submitted to the building official prior to ______ - Correct Answer ✅ Final inspection The required energy efficiency inspection specifically includes verifying what? - Correct Answer ✅ Envelope insulation r- values, fenestration u-values, duct system r-values Gypsum board that is part of a fire resistance rated assembly must be inspected prior to ______ - Correct Answer ✅ taping
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Final building permit valuation shall be set by who? - Correct Answer ✅ Building Official The members of the board of appeals shall be appointed by the - Correct Answer ✅ governing body What is not required to be completed at the time of the framing inspection? - Correct Answer ✅ insulation Causing work to remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes shall be the responsibility of who? - Correct Answer ✅ owner The building official is authorized to accept the reports of approved inspection agencies, provided they are what? - Correct Answer ✅ Qualified and reliable When a use does not match a specific occupancy group as described in the code, the use is planned in an occupancy group that... - Correct Answer ✅ It most nearly resembles
