IRC RESIDENTIAL Ch. 1 & 44| QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What is the purpose and scope of the International Residential Code? Correct Answer:
When materials, methods of construction or other requirements are specified differently in
separate provisions which requirements shall govern? Correct Answer:
When there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement , which
provision shall be applicable? Correct Answer:
When do the provisions to the appendix apply? Correct Answer: Provisions in te appendices
SHALL NOT apply unless SPECIFICALLY referenced in the adopting ordinance.
_____ is the term used in the IRC to describe the individual in charge of the department of
building safety. Correct Answer: Building Official
The building official has the authority to _____ the provisions of the code Correct Answer:
Interpret
Used materials may be utilized under which one of the following conditions Correct Answer:
When approved by the building official
The building official has the authority to grant modifications to the code________. Correct
Answer: For individuals cases where the strict letter of the code is impractical.
The Building official shall not grant modifications to any provision related to areas prone to
flooding without the Correct Answer: granting of a variance by the BOARD OF APPEALS
Test performed by ___may be required by the building official where there is insufficient
evidence of code compliance. Correct Answer: An approved agency
A permit is not required for the construction of a one story accessory structure when it has a
maximum floor are of ____ square feet. Correct Answer: 200
Prefabricated swimming pools are subject to a building permit where they have a minimum
depth of Correct Answer: 24 inches
Unless an extension is authorized , a permit becomes invalid when work does not commence
within____ after permit issuance. Correct Answer: 180 days
The building permit , or a copy of the permit, shall be kept____ until completion of the project.
Correct Answer: at the job site
, When a building permit is issued , the construction documents shall be approved _____ Correct
Answer: In writing or by stamp
Unless otherwise mandated by the state or local laws, the approved construction documents shall
be retained by the building official for minimum of ___from the date of completion of the
permitted work. Correct Answer: 180 days
Where applicable , which one of the following inspections is not specifically identified by the
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE as a required inspection? Correct Answer: energy
efficiency inspection
Whose duty is it to provide access to work in need of inspection ? Correct Answer: The person
requesting the inspection.
The certificate of occupancy shall contain all of the following information EXCEPT Correct
Answer: The maximum occupant load
A temporary certificate of occupancy is valid for what period of time Correct Answer: A period
set by the building official
The board of appeals is NOT AUTHORIZED to rule on an appeal based on a claim that Correct
Answer: A code requirement should be waived.
The membership of the board of appeals Correct Answer: Shall be knowledgeable of building
construction.
A permit is not required for construction of a fence with a MAXIMUM height of ___ feet.
Correct Answer: 7 feet
When stop work order is issued, it shall be given to any of the following individuals except for
the Correct Answer: Permit Applicant
Which of the following standards is a applicable for a factory- built fireplaces? Correct Answer:
UL 127-08
ACI 318-11 is a reference standard addressing_____ Correct Answer: structural concrete
All of the following issues are specifically identified for achieving the purpose of the
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, except for Correct Answer: Usability and
Accessibility
A permit is not required for the installation of a window awning projects a maximum____ inches
from the exterior wall does not require additional support, Correct Answer: 54 inches
Where self-contained refrigeration system contains a maximum of _____refrigerant, a permit is
not required. Correct Answer: 10 pounds
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What is the purpose and scope of the International Residential Code? Correct Answer:
When materials, methods of construction or other requirements are specified differently in
separate provisions which requirements shall govern? Correct Answer:
When there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement , which
provision shall be applicable? Correct Answer:
When do the provisions to the appendix apply? Correct Answer: Provisions in te appendices
SHALL NOT apply unless SPECIFICALLY referenced in the adopting ordinance.
_____ is the term used in the IRC to describe the individual in charge of the department of
building safety. Correct Answer: Building Official
The building official has the authority to _____ the provisions of the code Correct Answer:
Interpret
Used materials may be utilized under which one of the following conditions Correct Answer:
When approved by the building official
The building official has the authority to grant modifications to the code________. Correct
Answer: For individuals cases where the strict letter of the code is impractical.
The Building official shall not grant modifications to any provision related to areas prone to
flooding without the Correct Answer: granting of a variance by the BOARD OF APPEALS
Test performed by ___may be required by the building official where there is insufficient
evidence of code compliance. Correct Answer: An approved agency
A permit is not required for the construction of a one story accessory structure when it has a
maximum floor are of ____ square feet. Correct Answer: 200
Prefabricated swimming pools are subject to a building permit where they have a minimum
depth of Correct Answer: 24 inches
Unless an extension is authorized , a permit becomes invalid when work does not commence
within____ after permit issuance. Correct Answer: 180 days
The building permit , or a copy of the permit, shall be kept____ until completion of the project.
Correct Answer: at the job site
, When a building permit is issued , the construction documents shall be approved _____ Correct
Answer: In writing or by stamp
Unless otherwise mandated by the state or local laws, the approved construction documents shall
be retained by the building official for minimum of ___from the date of completion of the
permitted work. Correct Answer: 180 days
Where applicable , which one of the following inspections is not specifically identified by the
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE as a required inspection? Correct Answer: energy
efficiency inspection
Whose duty is it to provide access to work in need of inspection ? Correct Answer: The person
requesting the inspection.
The certificate of occupancy shall contain all of the following information EXCEPT Correct
Answer: The maximum occupant load
A temporary certificate of occupancy is valid for what period of time Correct Answer: A period
set by the building official
The board of appeals is NOT AUTHORIZED to rule on an appeal based on a claim that Correct
Answer: A code requirement should be waived.
The membership of the board of appeals Correct Answer: Shall be knowledgeable of building
construction.
A permit is not required for construction of a fence with a MAXIMUM height of ___ feet.
Correct Answer: 7 feet
When stop work order is issued, it shall be given to any of the following individuals except for
the Correct Answer: Permit Applicant
Which of the following standards is a applicable for a factory- built fireplaces? Correct Answer:
UL 127-08
ACI 318-11 is a reference standard addressing_____ Correct Answer: structural concrete
All of the following issues are specifically identified for achieving the purpose of the
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, except for Correct Answer: Usability and
Accessibility
A permit is not required for the installation of a window awning projects a maximum____ inches
from the exterior wall does not require additional support, Correct Answer: 54 inches
Where self-contained refrigeration system contains a maximum of _____refrigerant, a permit is
not required. Correct Answer: 10 pounds
