Texas Code Enforcement Exam latest
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Real Property - ANSWER- land building, and those things permanently affixed to them
Pool Enclosure Requirements - ANSWER- Needs to be 48" tall and 4 inch sphere
cannot pass underneath
Multi Tenant Pool Gate Requirements - ANSWER- Self Closing/Latching device,
operated by padlock, key, card, or combination, opens outward
Weeds and Grass cannot exceed - ANSWER- 36 inches in height
Only Exception to High Weeds ordinance - ANSWER- Xeriscaping
Where can graffiti NOT be removed - ANSWER- Transportation Infrastructure
Garage Keeper - ANSWER- an owner or operator of a storage facility
Purpose of Code Enforcement - ANSWER- To establish and maintain a standard of
quality of life for all citizens by providing quality inspections and bringing about
improvements and rehabilitation to the neighborhoods and communities served
Code Enforcement has become an effective tool for- - ANSWER- Combating urban
blight, substandard housing and structures, and nuisances and conditions that greatly
affect quality of life and economic stability or growth of cities
Code Enforcement Officer - ANSWER- An agent of this state or a political subdivision of
this state who engages in code enforcement and has one year or more of experience in
the field of code enforcement.
, Code Enforcement Officer in Training - ANSWER- An agent of this state or a political
subdivision of this state who engages in code enforcement, but who has less than one
year of experience in the field of code enforcement and is supervised by a registered
Code Enforcement Officer
Policing Power - ANSWER- The right of a city to protect public health, safety, and
general welfare
A code enforcement officer should always take _________ and ___________ measures
in every inspection situation. - ANSWER- Protective and Preventive
It is unwise to become _________, allow safety to become second to anything, or get
so comfortable with the customers that compromises are made. - ANSWER-
Complacent
P.R.E.P.A.R.E.D. - ANSWER- Proactive, Responsive, Empathetic, Patient, Alert,
Ready, Educated, and Disciplined
New Legislation HB 2584 allows a registered Code Enforcement Officer performing
official duties to carry an instrument used to- - ANSWER- Deter an animal bite
The Code Enforcement Officer may issue a _______, but is not allowed to provide a
_________ or set a court date. - ANSWER- Citation, Summons
What national association has become the premier association fostering code
compliance through its certification program, education, training, and enforcement? -
ANSWER- American Association of Code Enforcement
Absolute Immunity - ANSWER- Shields public officials from being sued for official acts
without regard to motive
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Real Property - ANSWER- land building, and those things permanently affixed to them
Pool Enclosure Requirements - ANSWER- Needs to be 48" tall and 4 inch sphere
cannot pass underneath
Multi Tenant Pool Gate Requirements - ANSWER- Self Closing/Latching device,
operated by padlock, key, card, or combination, opens outward
Weeds and Grass cannot exceed - ANSWER- 36 inches in height
Only Exception to High Weeds ordinance - ANSWER- Xeriscaping
Where can graffiti NOT be removed - ANSWER- Transportation Infrastructure
Garage Keeper - ANSWER- an owner or operator of a storage facility
Purpose of Code Enforcement - ANSWER- To establish and maintain a standard of
quality of life for all citizens by providing quality inspections and bringing about
improvements and rehabilitation to the neighborhoods and communities served
Code Enforcement has become an effective tool for- - ANSWER- Combating urban
blight, substandard housing and structures, and nuisances and conditions that greatly
affect quality of life and economic stability or growth of cities
Code Enforcement Officer - ANSWER- An agent of this state or a political subdivision of
this state who engages in code enforcement and has one year or more of experience in
the field of code enforcement.
, Code Enforcement Officer in Training - ANSWER- An agent of this state or a political
subdivision of this state who engages in code enforcement, but who has less than one
year of experience in the field of code enforcement and is supervised by a registered
Code Enforcement Officer
Policing Power - ANSWER- The right of a city to protect public health, safety, and
general welfare
A code enforcement officer should always take _________ and ___________ measures
in every inspection situation. - ANSWER- Protective and Preventive
It is unwise to become _________, allow safety to become second to anything, or get
so comfortable with the customers that compromises are made. - ANSWER-
Complacent
P.R.E.P.A.R.E.D. - ANSWER- Proactive, Responsive, Empathetic, Patient, Alert,
Ready, Educated, and Disciplined
New Legislation HB 2584 allows a registered Code Enforcement Officer performing
official duties to carry an instrument used to- - ANSWER- Deter an animal bite
The Code Enforcement Officer may issue a _______, but is not allowed to provide a
_________ or set a court date. - ANSWER- Citation, Summons
What national association has become the premier association fostering code
compliance through its certification program, education, training, and enforcement? -
ANSWER- American Association of Code Enforcement
Absolute Immunity - ANSWER- Shields public officials from being sued for official acts
without regard to motive
