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A set of practice exam questions covering chapter 1 of the international residential code (irc), focusing on the scope and administration of the code. It includes multiple-choice questions and true/false statements, each with the correct answer provided. The questions address key aspects of the irc, such as the application of code provisions, conflict resolution, permit requirements, and the role of the building official.
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If different sections of the IRC specify different materials, methods of construction or other requirements, the _______________ must be applied. A. least restrictive B. most restrictive C. Either A or B D. Neither A nor B - Correct Answers ✅B. Most Restrictive The provisions of the International Residential Code are applicable to one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses a max. of how many stories above grade plane? A. 1 story B. 2 stories C. 3 stories D. 4 stories - Correct Answers ✅C. 3 stories The purpose of the International Residential Code is to establish minimum requirements to safeguard the public safety, health and general welfare through__________________. A. affordability B. structural strength C. means of egress D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. A through C
If there is a conflict in the IRC between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the ___________________ requirement must apply. A. general B. specific C. the least restrictive D. the most restrictive - Correct Answers ✅B. Specific If the enforcement of a code provision violates the conditions of the listing of a/an _____________________, then the condition of the listing and manufacturer's instructions must apply. A. equipment B. appliance C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B - Correct Answers ✅C. Both A. equipment and B. appliance True or False: The provisions outlined in the appendices do not apply unless referenced in the adopting ordinance. A. True B. False - Correct Answers ✅A. True
D. chief building inspector - Correct Answers ✅B. Building Official The building official is hereby authorized and directed to _______________ of this code. A. enforce the provisions B. render interpretations C. adopt policies in order to clarify provisions D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. enforce the provisions, render interpretations and adopt policies in order to clarify provisions. The building official must keep official records permits and certificates issued for ______________________. A. 30 days B. 60 days C. 90 days D. the period required for the retention of public records - Correct Answers ✅D. the period required for the retention of public records. True or False: The building official is relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of an act or omission in the
discharge of official duties so long as he/she is acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice. A. True B. False - Correct Answers ✅A. True Unless approved by the building official, used ________________ must not be reused. A. materials B. equipment C. devices D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Materials, Equipment and Devices Where there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of this code, the building official has the authority to grant modifications so long as such modifications do not lessen ___________________________. A. structural requirements B. fire safety C. health D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Structural Requirements, Fire Safety and Health
A permit is not required for fences that are _________________ or less in height. A. 3 feet B. 5 feet C. 7 feet D. 9 feet - Correct Answers ✅C. 7 feet A permit is not required for retaining walls that are __________or less in height. A. 2 feet B. 4 feet C. 6 feet D. 8 feet - Correct Answers ✅B. 4 feet Water tanks supported directly upon grade do not require permit if the capacity does not exceed ______________________. A. 1,000 gallons B. 3,000 gallons C. 5,000 gallons D. 7,000 gallons - Correct Answers ✅C. 5,000 gallons A permit is not required for finishing work such as, ______________.
A. painting B. papering C. tiling D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Painting, Papering and Tiling Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than ______________ deep, do not require a permit. A. 24 inches B. 36 inches C. 48 inches D. 60 inches - Correct Answers ✅A. 24 inches A permit is not required for the installation of window awnings that are supported by an exterior wall and that project a max of ______________. A. 30 inches B. 48 inches C. 54 inches D. 64 inches - Correct Answers ✅C. 54 inches Which of the following mechanical installations do not require a permit?
In the permit application, the applicant must __________________. A. identify the work B. describe the land C. indicate occupancy D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Identify the work, Describe the land and Indicate occupancy. An application for a permit is considered abandoned __________ after the date of filing unless such application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued. A. 30 days B. 60 days C. 90 days D. 180 days - Correct Answers ✅D. 180 days Work approved by a permit must be commenced within ___________ of the issuance of that permit. A. 30 days B. 60 days C. 90 days D. 180 days - Correct Answers ✅D.
The building official is authorized to suspend or revoke a permit issued wherever the permit is issued in error or on the basis of _________________ information. A. incorrect B. inaccurate C. incomplete D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Incorrect, Inaccurate or Incomplete The building permit, or a copy of the permit, must be kept ______________ until completion of the project. A. at the job site B. at home C. at the office D. with you at all times - Correct Answers ✅A. At the job site Submittal documents that consist of construction documents must be submitted in _______________ or more sets with each application for a permit. A. one B. two C. three
C. construction that will remain on the site or plot D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Construction to be demolished, Location and size of existing structure and Construction that will remain on the site or plot Where the building official issues a permit, the construction documents must be approved in writing or by a stamp that states ____________________________________. A. ACCEPTED B. ACCEPTED AND REVIEWED C. REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE D. REVIEWED BY INSPECTOR - Correct Answers ✅C. REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE One set of approved construction documents must be retained by the building official for a min. period of __________ from date of completion of the permitted work. A. 30 days B. 60 days C. 90 days D. 180 days - Correct Answers ✅D. 180 days Permits for temporary structures must be for a max of ___________.
A. 60 days B. 90 days C. 180 days D. 220 days - Correct Answers ✅C. 180 days True or False: A permit is invalid if the fees, prescribed by law, are not paid. A. True B. False - Correct Answers ✅A. True True or False: Upon notification from the permit holder or his agent, the building official must make any necessary inspections for on-site construction. A. True B. False - Correct Answers ✅A. True The inspection of a foundation must be made after ___________. A. poles or piers are set B. trenches or basement areas are excavated C. any required forms are erected
C. edition of the code under which the permit was issued D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Building permit number, Address of Structure and Edition of the code under which the permit was issued A temporary certificate of occupancy is valid for ______________. A. 30 days B. 60 days C. 90 days D. a period set by the building official - Correct Answers ✅D. A period set by the building official True or False: The building official is an ex officio member of the created board of appeals but must not have a vote on any matter before the board. A. True B. False - Correct Answers ✅A. True An application for appeal must be based on a claim that ___________. A. code was incorrectly interpreted B. code does not fully apply C. proposed construction is equal or better than the required
D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Code was incorrectly interpreted, Code does not fully apply and/or Proposed construction is equal or better than the required. The board of appeals must consist of members who __________. A. are qualified by experience B. are qualified by training C. are not employees of the jurisdiction D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Are qualified by experience, Are qualified by training and/or Are not employees of the jurisdiction Any person who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of _________________________ is subject to penalties as prescribed by law. A. provisions of this code B. approved construction documents C. directive of the building official D. A through C - Correct Answers ✅D. Provisions of this code, Approved construction documents and Directive of the building official. The building official can issue a stop work order if work on the building or structure is being executed ____________________.