Utah B100 General Contractors Course Study Prep - Trade Test Questions And Answers

Who's responsibility is to make sure building construction and remodeling is done according to the current enforceable standard? - collect answer-The Building Official's What standard does building code rely upon? - collect answer-The standard is the International Residential Code (IRC) The International Residential Code® (IRC®) was created for what reason? - collect answer-International Residential Code® (IRC®) was created to serve as a complete, comprehensive code regulating the construction of single-family houses, two-family houses (duplexes) and buildings consisting of three or more townhouse units. More complex buildings like multiplex apartment and commercial buildings fall within the scope of what? - collect answer-More complex buildings like multiplex apartment and commercial buildings fall within the scope of the International Building Code (IBC). Who's responsible for locating the future building on the lot? - collect answer-The responsibility for building placement falls on the owner or owner's agent. It may be a builder, landscape engineer, architect or surveyor that stakes the lot on the owner's behalf. What tools would you use to verify placement of the building? - collect answer-Survey stakes/lathe, string, measuring tool (steel tape or tape measure) permanent marker and accurate plot or site plan. Where should you go to obtain the permits? - collect answer-Your local governing authority. Most municipalities have their own local code enforcement and building department with inspectors. When should the permits be posted? - collect answer-As soon as the permit is issued by the appropriate official. Generally, excavation and lot clearing can begin as soon as the local land-use or zoning permit is issued. However, the building permit needs to be posted prior to any construction activities.