PENNSYLVANIA (PHILADELPHIA) DEMOLATION
CLASS B CONTRACTOR EXAM 2026/2027 TEST
BANK PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND LATEST
UPDATED STUDY GUIDE COMPLETE ACCURATE
EXAM REAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES
(RELIABLE SOLUTIONS) CURRENTLY UPDATED
VERSION 2026 EDITION |GUARANTEED PASS A+
|INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF |JUST RELEASED
This comprehensive practice exam is designed for individuals preparing for
the Philadelphia Demolition Class B Contractor License Examination,
administered by the International Code Council (ICC) on behalf of
the Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) .
The exam is based on the 2021 Philadelphia Code cycle (effective for exams
taken on or after March 15, 2026) , the 2018 International Building Code,
and OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1926 Subpart T, 29 CFR 1910, and 29 CFR
1904) .
Class B License Scope:
• Buildings no more than three stories
• Maximum height of 40 feet
• Maximum area of 10,000 sq. ft.
• Class B allows demolition of non-major buildings under 40 feet tall covering
less than 10,000 sq ft, plus residential projects with 4+ units
License Requirements:
, • License Bond: $10,000
• General Liability Insurance: $2,000,000 per occurrence
• OSHA 30 Training: Site safety manager must complete approved OSHA 30
training within 5 years of application
• Exam: Must be completed within 12 months of application
SECTION 1: LICENSING, SCOPE & DEFINITIONS
Question 1
Which Philadelphia agency issues the Demolition Class B contractor license?
A. Philadelphia Department of Public Health
B. Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I)
C. Philadelphia Fire Department
D. Department of Streets
Answer: B. Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I)
Rationale: The Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) is the regulatory body
responsible for issuing demolition contractor licenses and enforcing the
Philadelphia Code . L&I oversees all code enforcement, licensing, and permitting
for demolition in Philadelphia .
,Question 2
What defines a "Major Building" according to the Philadelphia Administrative Code
(A-1001.1)?
A. Buildings taller than 5 stories
B. Buildings with a total area of more than 20,000 square feet
C. Buildings that are more than 3 stories high, more than 40 feet tall, or cover
10,000 square feet or more
D. All buildings in the commercial district
Answer: C. Buildings that are more than 3 stories high, more than 40 feet tall, or
cover 10,000 square feet or more
Rationale: A Major Building is specifically defined by the Philadelphia Code as
exceeding 3 stories, 40 feet in height, OR 10,000 square feet of lot space. Meeting
any one of these thresholds classifies the structure as Major, which generally
requires a Class A license .
Question 3
What is the maximum height for a building to be considered for Class B demolition
if it is not designated as a Major Building?
A. 30 feet
B. 40 feet
C. 50 feet
D. 60 feet
, Answer: B. 40 feet
Rationale: Buildings not designated as Major Buildings and intended for Class B
demolition must be no more than 40 feet in height. The 40-foot demarcation is a key
threshold between Class B and Class A licensing .
Question 4
A client requests a bid to demolish a single-story warehouse that is 35 feet tall and
covers 9,500 square feet of lot space. Is this within the scope of a Class B
Demolition Contractor license?
A. No, because it is a commercial building
B. Yes, because it is under 40 feet tall and under 10,000 square feet
C. No, because it exceeds 5,000 square feet
D. Yes, because it is only one story
Answer: B. Yes, because it is under 40 feet tall and under 10,000 square feet
Rationale: The Major Building threshold is 10,000 square feet or more and 40 feet
in height. Since this building is under the 40-foot height limit and under the 10,000
sq ft threshold (9,500 sq ft), it qualifies for Class B demolition .
CLASS B CONTRACTOR EXAM 2026/2027 TEST
BANK PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND LATEST
UPDATED STUDY GUIDE COMPLETE ACCURATE
EXAM REAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES
(RELIABLE SOLUTIONS) CURRENTLY UPDATED
VERSION 2026 EDITION |GUARANTEED PASS A+
|INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF |JUST RELEASED
This comprehensive practice exam is designed for individuals preparing for
the Philadelphia Demolition Class B Contractor License Examination,
administered by the International Code Council (ICC) on behalf of
the Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) .
The exam is based on the 2021 Philadelphia Code cycle (effective for exams
taken on or after March 15, 2026) , the 2018 International Building Code,
and OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1926 Subpart T, 29 CFR 1910, and 29 CFR
1904) .
Class B License Scope:
• Buildings no more than three stories
• Maximum height of 40 feet
• Maximum area of 10,000 sq. ft.
• Class B allows demolition of non-major buildings under 40 feet tall covering
less than 10,000 sq ft, plus residential projects with 4+ units
License Requirements:
, • License Bond: $10,000
• General Liability Insurance: $2,000,000 per occurrence
• OSHA 30 Training: Site safety manager must complete approved OSHA 30
training within 5 years of application
• Exam: Must be completed within 12 months of application
SECTION 1: LICENSING, SCOPE & DEFINITIONS
Question 1
Which Philadelphia agency issues the Demolition Class B contractor license?
A. Philadelphia Department of Public Health
B. Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I)
C. Philadelphia Fire Department
D. Department of Streets
Answer: B. Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I)
Rationale: The Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) is the regulatory body
responsible for issuing demolition contractor licenses and enforcing the
Philadelphia Code . L&I oversees all code enforcement, licensing, and permitting
for demolition in Philadelphia .
,Question 2
What defines a "Major Building" according to the Philadelphia Administrative Code
(A-1001.1)?
A. Buildings taller than 5 stories
B. Buildings with a total area of more than 20,000 square feet
C. Buildings that are more than 3 stories high, more than 40 feet tall, or cover
10,000 square feet or more
D. All buildings in the commercial district
Answer: C. Buildings that are more than 3 stories high, more than 40 feet tall, or
cover 10,000 square feet or more
Rationale: A Major Building is specifically defined by the Philadelphia Code as
exceeding 3 stories, 40 feet in height, OR 10,000 square feet of lot space. Meeting
any one of these thresholds classifies the structure as Major, which generally
requires a Class A license .
Question 3
What is the maximum height for a building to be considered for Class B demolition
if it is not designated as a Major Building?
A. 30 feet
B. 40 feet
C. 50 feet
D. 60 feet
, Answer: B. 40 feet
Rationale: Buildings not designated as Major Buildings and intended for Class B
demolition must be no more than 40 feet in height. The 40-foot demarcation is a key
threshold between Class B and Class A licensing .
Question 4
A client requests a bid to demolish a single-story warehouse that is 35 feet tall and
covers 9,500 square feet of lot space. Is this within the scope of a Class B
Demolition Contractor license?
A. No, because it is a commercial building
B. Yes, because it is under 40 feet tall and under 10,000 square feet
C. No, because it exceeds 5,000 square feet
D. Yes, because it is only one story
Answer: B. Yes, because it is under 40 feet tall and under 10,000 square feet
Rationale: The Major Building threshold is 10,000 square feet or more and 40 feet
in height. Since this building is under the 40-foot height limit and under the 10,000
sq ft threshold (9,500 sq ft), it qualifies for Class B demolition .
