Exam 1 Residential Building Inspector
With Questions And Well Verified Answers
Actual Exam!!! 2026
The provisions of the International Residential Code are applicable to one- and two-family
dwellings and townhouses a max. of________
above grade plane. - ANSWER -3 stories
The purpose of the International Residential Code is to establish minimum requirements to
safeguard the public safety, health and general welfare through_______ - ANSWER -
Affordability , structural strength , egress
there is a conflict in this code between a general requirement and a specific requirement,
which requirement is applicable? - ANSWER -Specific
different sections of this code specify different requirements, the requirement must be
applied. - ANSWER -Most restrictive
Where conflicts occur between the provisions of this code and the referenced codes and
standards, the provisions of this code must apply. - ANSWER -True
Appendix chapters in this code are optional and not applicable unless specifically adopted. -
ANSWER -True
Unless otherwise stated,____________
to any structure must conform to the requirements
for a new structure without requiring the existing structure to comply with the new
requirements - ANSWER -Repairs , additions , alterations
______to an existing structure must not adversely affect the performance of a structure -
ANSWER -Additions , alterations , repairs
, All above
Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than_____
deep, do not require a permit. - ANSWER -24 inches
Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or equipment operating at less than ________
and not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy, does not require a permit -
ANSWER -25 volts
Which of the following mechanical installations do not require a permit? - ANSWER -
Portable heating , ventilation, cooling, fuel cell , self contain refrigeration system, portable,
evaporation, coolers, minor replacement of part, steam, hot or chilled water piping
Generally. the stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe do
not require a permit. - ANSWER -True
The individual in charge of the department of building safety is referred to as the________ -
ANSWER -building official
The building official is hereby authorized _________ and directed to
of this code. - ANSWER -Enforce the provisions , render interpretations , adopt policies
in order to clarify provisions
building official must keep official records, permits and certificates issued for -
ANSWER -The period required for the retention of public records
The building official is relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or
property as a result of any act or by reason of an act or omission in the discharge of official
duties so long as he/she is acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice. -
ANSWER -True
Unless approved by the building official, used______
must not be reused. - ANSWER -Materials , Equipment, Devices.
With Questions And Well Verified Answers
Actual Exam!!! 2026
The provisions of the International Residential Code are applicable to one- and two-family
dwellings and townhouses a max. of________
above grade plane. - ANSWER -3 stories
The purpose of the International Residential Code is to establish minimum requirements to
safeguard the public safety, health and general welfare through_______ - ANSWER -
Affordability , structural strength , egress
there is a conflict in this code between a general requirement and a specific requirement,
which requirement is applicable? - ANSWER -Specific
different sections of this code specify different requirements, the requirement must be
applied. - ANSWER -Most restrictive
Where conflicts occur between the provisions of this code and the referenced codes and
standards, the provisions of this code must apply. - ANSWER -True
Appendix chapters in this code are optional and not applicable unless specifically adopted. -
ANSWER -True
Unless otherwise stated,____________
to any structure must conform to the requirements
for a new structure without requiring the existing structure to comply with the new
requirements - ANSWER -Repairs , additions , alterations
______to an existing structure must not adversely affect the performance of a structure -
ANSWER -Additions , alterations , repairs
, All above
Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than_____
deep, do not require a permit. - ANSWER -24 inches
Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or equipment operating at less than ________
and not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy, does not require a permit -
ANSWER -25 volts
Which of the following mechanical installations do not require a permit? - ANSWER -
Portable heating , ventilation, cooling, fuel cell , self contain refrigeration system, portable,
evaporation, coolers, minor replacement of part, steam, hot or chilled water piping
Generally. the stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe do
not require a permit. - ANSWER -True
The individual in charge of the department of building safety is referred to as the________ -
ANSWER -building official
The building official is hereby authorized _________ and directed to
of this code. - ANSWER -Enforce the provisions , render interpretations , adopt policies
in order to clarify provisions
building official must keep official records, permits and certificates issued for -
ANSWER -The period required for the retention of public records
The building official is relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or
property as a result of any act or by reason of an act or omission in the discharge of official
duties so long as he/she is acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice. -
ANSWER -True
Unless approved by the building official, used______
must not be reused. - ANSWER -Materials , Equipment, Devices.
