(INTERNATIONAL ZONING CODES)
EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
A temporary certificate of occupancy is valid for what maximum period of time? -
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
---------- . - ANSWER-a code requirement should be waived
The international Residential Code is applicable to townhouses a maximum of ---------
above grade plane in height and provided with separate means of egress. - ANSWER-
three stories
provisions of the appendix do not apply unless - ANSWER-specifically adopted
if there is a conflict in the code between a general requirement and a specific
requirement, the -------- requirement shall apply. - ANSWER-specific
the ------ is considered by the code as the term to describe the individual in charge of
the department of building safety. - ANSWER-building official
The building official has the authority to ------ the provisions of the code. - ANSWER-
interpret
Used materials may be utilized under which of the following conditions? - ANSWER-
They meet the requirements for new materials.
The building official has the authority to grant modifications to the code ------ . -
ANSWER-for individual cases where the strict letter of the code is impractical.
A code-family dwelling's accessory structure is regulated by the International
Residential Code provided it is a maximum of -------- story (stories) in height above
grade plane. - ANSWER-three
The provision of --------- shall apply to the repair, alteration, change of occupancy,
addition to and relocation of existing building. - ANSWER-International Existing Building
Code
Where the conflict occurs between provision in the International Building Code and
those in a referenced standard, which provision(s) shall apply? - ANSWER-International
Building Code