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ICC Code Specialist (CS) Certification Exam Actual Test
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ICC Code Specialist (CS) Certification Exam
Exam Coverage Summary
The ICC Code Specialist (CS) certification is an intermediate-level professional credential for individuals
who interpret and apply code standards across multiple disciplines, including structural, plumbing,
mechanical, and fire safety . The CS examination module is required for candidates pursuing a Code
Specialist combination designation and tests knowledge of the legal concerns, management issues, and
communication skills necessary for an ICC Code Specialist .
Key content areas include: customer service and communication, financial management, personnel
management, records management, legal aspects of code administration, building department
administration, inspector skills, budgeting for local government, and human resources management for
public organizations . The exam references include the International Building Code (IBC), International
Fire Code (IFC), International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), Inspector Skills, Legal Aspects of Code
Administration, A Budgeting Guide for Local Government, Human Resources Management for Public and
Nonprofit Organizations, and Building Department Administration .
The exam contains 50-100 multiple-choice questions in the likeness of what's on the certification exam,
with a timed component requiring 75% or higher to pass .
Question 1
An accessory structure to a single-family dwelling built according to the IRC shall not exceed how many
stories?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) No limit
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Correct Answer: B
Summary Rationale: According to IRC provisions, accessory structures shall not exceed three stories
above grade plane in height .
Question 2
An accessory structure to a single-family dwelling built according to the IRC shall not exceed how many
square feet?
A) 120
B) 200
C) 500
D) No limit
Correct Answer: D
Summary Rationale: The IRC does not specify a maximum square footage for accessory structures; other
factors such as height and use determine applicability .
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Question 3
Which of the following is NOT required on a certificate of occupancy?
A) Contractor's name
B) Building permit number
C) Name of the building official
D) Edition of the code under which the permit was issued
Correct Answer: A
Summary Rationale: The certificate of occupancy typically requires the building permit number, name of
the building official, and edition of the code, but not the contractor's name .
Question 4
Where the building official issues a permit, the construction documents shall be:
A) Approved in writing
B) Approved by a stamp that states "REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE"
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C) Both (A) and (B)
D) Either (A) or (B)
Correct Answer: C
Summary Rationale: Construction documents shall be approved in writing and by a stamp that states
"REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE" .
Question 5
The provisions of the IRC apply to accessory structures not more than:
A) 200 square feet in floor area
B) Three stories above grade plane in height
C) 120 square feet in floor area
D) Four stories above grade plane in height if used for agricultural purposes
Correct Answer: B
Summary Rationale: The IRC applies to accessory structures not more than three stories above grade
plane in height .
ICC Code Specialist (CS) Certification Exam Actual Test
Questions and Correct Answers With Rationales LATEST
THIS YEAR
ICC Code Specialist (CS) Certification Exam
Exam Coverage Summary
The ICC Code Specialist (CS) certification is an intermediate-level professional credential for individuals
who interpret and apply code standards across multiple disciplines, including structural, plumbing,
mechanical, and fire safety . The CS examination module is required for candidates pursuing a Code
Specialist combination designation and tests knowledge of the legal concerns, management issues, and
communication skills necessary for an ICC Code Specialist .
Key content areas include: customer service and communication, financial management, personnel
management, records management, legal aspects of code administration, building department
administration, inspector skills, budgeting for local government, and human resources management for
public organizations . The exam references include the International Building Code (IBC), International
Fire Code (IFC), International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), Inspector Skills, Legal Aspects of Code
Administration, A Budgeting Guide for Local Government, Human Resources Management for Public and
Nonprofit Organizations, and Building Department Administration .
The exam contains 50-100 multiple-choice questions in the likeness of what's on the certification exam,
with a timed component requiring 75% or higher to pass .
Question 1
An accessory structure to a single-family dwelling built according to the IRC shall not exceed how many
stories?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) No limit
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Correct Answer: B
Summary Rationale: According to IRC provisions, accessory structures shall not exceed three stories
above grade plane in height .
Question 2
An accessory structure to a single-family dwelling built according to the IRC shall not exceed how many
square feet?
A) 120
B) 200
C) 500
D) No limit
Correct Answer: D
Summary Rationale: The IRC does not specify a maximum square footage for accessory structures; other
factors such as height and use determine applicability .
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Question 3
Which of the following is NOT required on a certificate of occupancy?
A) Contractor's name
B) Building permit number
C) Name of the building official
D) Edition of the code under which the permit was issued
Correct Answer: A
Summary Rationale: The certificate of occupancy typically requires the building permit number, name of
the building official, and edition of the code, but not the contractor's name .
Question 4
Where the building official issues a permit, the construction documents shall be:
A) Approved in writing
B) Approved by a stamp that states "REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE"
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C) Both (A) and (B)
D) Either (A) or (B)
Correct Answer: C
Summary Rationale: Construction documents shall be approved in writing and by a stamp that states
"REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE" .
Question 5
The provisions of the IRC apply to accessory structures not more than:
A) 200 square feet in floor area
B) Three stories above grade plane in height
C) 120 square feet in floor area
D) Four stories above grade plane in height if used for agricultural purposes
Correct Answer: B
Summary Rationale: The IRC applies to accessory structures not more than three stories above grade
plane in height .
