Michigan Builders License Exam Questions & Answers Study
Guide
, Created to serve as a complete, comprehensive IRC (International Residential Code)
code regulating the construction of single-family, two-
family and buildings consisting of three or more
townhouse units.
Administrative First 2 chapters of code book are
True Plans or supporting documents are almost always required by the controlling
authority prior to issuing a permit. T or F
Yes Does the building official have the authority to render interpretations of the code?
8 foot fence. None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
playground equipment
False Tables and illustrations are always supported by information found in the written
code and footnotes. T or F
Live load. The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by inhabitants, goods and
removable objects on a floor or roof system is referred to as
True. If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable and enforceable by the
code official. T or F