PERMIT TECH CHAPTERS 1-6
INTERNATIONAL ZONING CODE EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
The primary purpose of conducting a building plan review is to - ANSWER-check the
construction documents for compliance with the code.
Which one of the following is not considered one of the three types of inspections
performed by building departments? - ANSWER-Special inspections
when compliance cannot be obtained through a Field Correction Notice alone, a
_________ is typically issued - ANSWER-Notice of Violation
Which of the following conditions is not specifically listed in the International Building
Code for the establishment of minimum standards to safeguard the public health, safety
and welfare? - ANSWER-accessibility
The scope of the International Building Code does not typically regulate what general
category of buildings? - ANSWER-houses
Which of the following codes is not specifically referenced as part of the International
Building Code to the extent prescribed? - ANSWER-International Zoning Code
The appendices of the code shall - ANSWER-not apply unless specifically adopted
Inspections performed by an approved agency must be documented by reports certified
by - ANSWER-a responsible officer of the agency
When determining the adequacy of alternative materials or methods of construction
through testing, such tests shall be performed - ANSWER-in accordance with a valid
evaluation report
In flood hazard areas, who determines whether proposed work is a substantial repair? -
ANSWER-Building official
If an office building is built and sits vacant for six years, new permit application's for
tenant improvements, additions and alterations must meet which code plus local
amendments? - ANSWER-The currently adopted edition of the international Building
Code
INTERNATIONAL ZONING CODE EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
The primary purpose of conducting a building plan review is to - ANSWER-check the
construction documents for compliance with the code.
Which one of the following is not considered one of the three types of inspections
performed by building departments? - ANSWER-Special inspections
when compliance cannot be obtained through a Field Correction Notice alone, a
_________ is typically issued - ANSWER-Notice of Violation
Which of the following conditions is not specifically listed in the International Building
Code for the establishment of minimum standards to safeguard the public health, safety
and welfare? - ANSWER-accessibility
The scope of the International Building Code does not typically regulate what general
category of buildings? - ANSWER-houses
Which of the following codes is not specifically referenced as part of the International
Building Code to the extent prescribed? - ANSWER-International Zoning Code
The appendices of the code shall - ANSWER-not apply unless specifically adopted
Inspections performed by an approved agency must be documented by reports certified
by - ANSWER-a responsible officer of the agency
When determining the adequacy of alternative materials or methods of construction
through testing, such tests shall be performed - ANSWER-in accordance with a valid
evaluation report
In flood hazard areas, who determines whether proposed work is a substantial repair? -
ANSWER-Building official
If an office building is built and sits vacant for six years, new permit application's for
tenant improvements, additions and alterations must meet which code plus local
amendments? - ANSWER-The currently adopted edition of the international Building
Code
