RECA RESIDENTIAL EXAM UNIT 2 ACTUAL EXAM
REAL QUESTIONS AND DETAILED ANSWERS
AGRADE LATEST 2024 VERIFIED.
For representing buyers, REPs are expected to have a
general knowledge of the areas in which they practice,
including... (x4) - ANSWER >>>>land use, transportation
issues, approved developments, and publicly available
information that may influence the decision of the buyers you
represent
Property features typically relate to... (x4) - ANSWER >>>>the
age, type, style and layout of the property
Before residential construction can commence, intial aspects
must be addressed such as ...(x2) - ANSWER >>>>acquiring
required permits from the municipality indicating where the
residential development will be built and ensuring compliance
with the Alberta Building Code during construction
4 types of permits used in the residential construction process
- ANSWER >>>>1. Development permits (sued for new
subdivisions) 2. Building Permits (used for new residential
buildings 3. Occupancy Permits (used for new residential
buildings) 4. Subsequent Building Permits (used for changes
to existing buildings)
According to the Land Use Bylaw, what must a builder obtain
before residential development of any land may occur -
ANSWER >>>>the builder must obtain a Development Permit
from the municipality
,Under the Municipal Government Act (subsection 616) what is
required of a Development Permit? - ANSWER >>>>a
Development Permit be issued under a Land Use Bylaw and
that it serves as municipality authorization for the proposed
development of the land
"a Building" meaning under the Municipal Government Act -
ANSWER >>>>The Municipal Government Act (subsection
616) defines a building as anything constructed or placed on,
in, over or under land.
In a new residential subdivision, is the builder required to
obtain a development Permit for the entire subdivision as well
as building permits for each individual residence to be
constructed within the subdivision? - ANSWER >>>>Yes. This
requires the initial development plan plus the builder must
submit building plans to the municipal jurisdiction for each
property it intends to build
How long are building permits valid? - ANSWER
>>>>Typically, a building permit is valid for one year during
which the construction process must be initiated. The length
of time to complete the construction of the building varies
based on size, complexity, and location.
What does the Municipal Government Act allow municipalities
to regulate through its land use bylaws? - ANSWER >>>>to
regulate the use, size and type of buildings
Does the building permit date represent the exact year the
building was built? - ANSWER >>>>No, Due to allocation of
resources, availability of tradespeople, and construction
,delays that may by caused by supply shortages of material
and labour, the building permit date only represents the
approximate year the property was constructed
What does "ABC" stand for? What does it do? - ANSWER
>>>>Alberta Building Code is the legislation that establishes
technical specifications for new building construction and
construction materials.
is regulating building construction a federal or provincial
responsibility - ANSWER >>>>Provincial. In Canada,
provinces and territories are responsible for regulating
building construction within their respective jurisdictions.
Who created the ABC? And under which Act? - ANSWER
>>>>The Safety Codes Council under the Safety Codes Act
created the ABC.
What is the ABC based on? - ANSWER >>>>The ABC is
based on the National Building Code, which was developed
by the National Research Council (NRC). The purpose of the
National Building Code is to promote consistent standards for
the construction industry among the provinces and territories.
The ABC includes Alberta-specific modifications to address
issues and priorities unique to this province.
What are the main objectives of the ABC (x3)? - ANSWER
>>>>The main objectives of the ABC legislation are safety
and health and the reduction of risks associated with building
construction.
For example the ABC sets standards for items like ...(x6). The
code outlines the standard for ...(x3) to ensure the safety of
, occupants in both new and existing structures - ANSWER
>>>>electrical wiring, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers,
emergency routes, lighting, and ventilation.... The code
outlines standards for the design, construction and alteration
of buildings
When there are changes to the ABC are building required to
be updated to meet the new standard? - ANSWER >>>>No,
changes to the ABC do not typically require buildings to be
upgraded. However, when existing buildings undergo
renovations, a change of use, or demolition the ABC does
pertain.
What is an occupancy permit? - ANSWER >>>>a part of the
new residential construction process. The builder must have
the building inspected and pass inspection to secure one
before the residence is approve for occupancy by the
purchaser. If it doesn't pass, builder needs to remedy all code
violations or code deficiencies and the have the building
reinspected.
A new residential construction typically includes how many
warranty programs for buyers? - ANSWER >>>>2. The
Developer Warranty programs (aka the Builder Warranty
Program) and Extended Warranty Programs
What does the Developer Warranty Program usually include?
- ANSWER >>>>Developers usually provide a one-year
warranty on the materials and the workmanship used to
construct the residence. This applies to fee simple properties
as well as condominiums.
REAL QUESTIONS AND DETAILED ANSWERS
AGRADE LATEST 2024 VERIFIED.
For representing buyers, REPs are expected to have a
general knowledge of the areas in which they practice,
including... (x4) - ANSWER >>>>land use, transportation
issues, approved developments, and publicly available
information that may influence the decision of the buyers you
represent
Property features typically relate to... (x4) - ANSWER >>>>the
age, type, style and layout of the property
Before residential construction can commence, intial aspects
must be addressed such as ...(x2) - ANSWER >>>>acquiring
required permits from the municipality indicating where the
residential development will be built and ensuring compliance
with the Alberta Building Code during construction
4 types of permits used in the residential construction process
- ANSWER >>>>1. Development permits (sued for new
subdivisions) 2. Building Permits (used for new residential
buildings 3. Occupancy Permits (used for new residential
buildings) 4. Subsequent Building Permits (used for changes
to existing buildings)
According to the Land Use Bylaw, what must a builder obtain
before residential development of any land may occur -
ANSWER >>>>the builder must obtain a Development Permit
from the municipality
,Under the Municipal Government Act (subsection 616) what is
required of a Development Permit? - ANSWER >>>>a
Development Permit be issued under a Land Use Bylaw and
that it serves as municipality authorization for the proposed
development of the land
"a Building" meaning under the Municipal Government Act -
ANSWER >>>>The Municipal Government Act (subsection
616) defines a building as anything constructed or placed on,
in, over or under land.
In a new residential subdivision, is the builder required to
obtain a development Permit for the entire subdivision as well
as building permits for each individual residence to be
constructed within the subdivision? - ANSWER >>>>Yes. This
requires the initial development plan plus the builder must
submit building plans to the municipal jurisdiction for each
property it intends to build
How long are building permits valid? - ANSWER
>>>>Typically, a building permit is valid for one year during
which the construction process must be initiated. The length
of time to complete the construction of the building varies
based on size, complexity, and location.
What does the Municipal Government Act allow municipalities
to regulate through its land use bylaws? - ANSWER >>>>to
regulate the use, size and type of buildings
Does the building permit date represent the exact year the
building was built? - ANSWER >>>>No, Due to allocation of
resources, availability of tradespeople, and construction
,delays that may by caused by supply shortages of material
and labour, the building permit date only represents the
approximate year the property was constructed
What does "ABC" stand for? What does it do? - ANSWER
>>>>Alberta Building Code is the legislation that establishes
technical specifications for new building construction and
construction materials.
is regulating building construction a federal or provincial
responsibility - ANSWER >>>>Provincial. In Canada,
provinces and territories are responsible for regulating
building construction within their respective jurisdictions.
Who created the ABC? And under which Act? - ANSWER
>>>>The Safety Codes Council under the Safety Codes Act
created the ABC.
What is the ABC based on? - ANSWER >>>>The ABC is
based on the National Building Code, which was developed
by the National Research Council (NRC). The purpose of the
National Building Code is to promote consistent standards for
the construction industry among the provinces and territories.
The ABC includes Alberta-specific modifications to address
issues and priorities unique to this province.
What are the main objectives of the ABC (x3)? - ANSWER
>>>>The main objectives of the ABC legislation are safety
and health and the reduction of risks associated with building
construction.
For example the ABC sets standards for items like ...(x6). The
code outlines the standard for ...(x3) to ensure the safety of
, occupants in both new and existing structures - ANSWER
>>>>electrical wiring, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers,
emergency routes, lighting, and ventilation.... The code
outlines standards for the design, construction and alteration
of buildings
When there are changes to the ABC are building required to
be updated to meet the new standard? - ANSWER >>>>No,
changes to the ABC do not typically require buildings to be
upgraded. However, when existing buildings undergo
renovations, a change of use, or demolition the ABC does
pertain.
What is an occupancy permit? - ANSWER >>>>a part of the
new residential construction process. The builder must have
the building inspected and pass inspection to secure one
before the residence is approve for occupancy by the
purchaser. If it doesn't pass, builder needs to remedy all code
violations or code deficiencies and the have the building
reinspected.
A new residential construction typically includes how many
warranty programs for buyers? - ANSWER >>>>2. The
Developer Warranty programs (aka the Builder Warranty
Program) and Extended Warranty Programs
What does the Developer Warranty Program usually include?
- ANSWER >>>>Developers usually provide a one-year
warranty on the materials and the workmanship used to
construct the residence. This applies to fee simple properties
as well as condominiums.
