TEXAS CODE ENFORCEMENT EXAM 2024 ACTUAL EXAM
2 VERSIONS COMPLETE 400 QUESTIONS WITH
DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS (100% CORRECT
ANSWERS) /ALREADY GRADED A+
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
Affiant - ANSWER: The person who makes and subscribes his signature to an
affidavit.
Affidavit - ANSWER: A written or printed statement made under oath.
Civil Action - ANSWER: Any action that is not a criminal proceeding
Defamation - ANSWER: That which tends to injure a person's reputation
Dillon's Rule - ANSWER: A municipal corporation can exercise only the powers
explicitly granted to them, those necessarily or fairly implied in or incident to the
powers expressly granted, or those essential to the declared objects and purposes of
the corporation, not simply convenient, but indispensable
Enabling Legislation - ANSWER: legislation that gives appropriate officials the
authority to implement or enforce the law
General Law City - ANSWER: Municipality that is limited to the governmental
structures and powers specifically granted by state law. General law cities are bound
by Dillon's rule
Home Rule - ANSWER: The power of a local city or county to set up its own system of
self-government without receiving a charter from the state. Home rule is allowed
under some state constitutions. The authority to act in local affairs is transferred
from state law to a local charter, adopted and, as need be amended, by voters
through referendum
2 VERSIONS COMPLETE 400 QUESTIONS WITH
DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS (100% CORRECT
ANSWERS) /ALREADY GRADED A+
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
Affiant - ANSWER: The person who makes and subscribes his signature to an
affidavit.
Affidavit - ANSWER: A written or printed statement made under oath.
Civil Action - ANSWER: Any action that is not a criminal proceeding
Defamation - ANSWER: That which tends to injure a person's reputation
Dillon's Rule - ANSWER: A municipal corporation can exercise only the powers
explicitly granted to them, those necessarily or fairly implied in or incident to the
powers expressly granted, or those essential to the declared objects and purposes of
the corporation, not simply convenient, but indispensable
Enabling Legislation - ANSWER: legislation that gives appropriate officials the
authority to implement or enforce the law
General Law City - ANSWER: Municipality that is limited to the governmental
structures and powers specifically granted by state law. General law cities are bound
by Dillon's rule
Home Rule - ANSWER: The power of a local city or county to set up its own system of
self-government without receiving a charter from the state. Home rule is allowed
under some state constitutions. The authority to act in local affairs is transferred
from state law to a local charter, adopted and, as need be amended, by voters
through referendum
