PERMIT TECH CHAPTERS 1-6
INTERNATIONAL ZONING CODE EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
A building code - ANSWER-is a legal document that regulates the construction of
buildings and structures
A referenced standard - ANSWER-is an enforceable extension of the code.
Who grants the authority to adopt a code? - ANSWER-the federal government
Generally, non-conforming use provisions in the zoning code do not prohibit -
ANSWER-the sale of the nonconforming property to another owner
Which of the following is not generally part of the four-step process when drafting a
zoning ordinance - ANSWER-hold a general election to adopt the zoning ordinance
A roof plan does not typically show the - ANSWER-trusses or rafters
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
INTERNATIONAL ZONING CODE EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
A building code - ANSWER-is a legal document that regulates the construction of
buildings and structures
A referenced standard - ANSWER-is an enforceable extension of the code.
Who grants the authority to adopt a code? - ANSWER-the federal government
Generally, non-conforming use provisions in the zoning code do not prohibit -
ANSWER-the sale of the nonconforming property to another owner
Which of the following is not generally part of the four-step process when drafting a
zoning ordinance - ANSWER-hold a general election to adopt the zoning ordinance
A roof plan does not typically show the - ANSWER-trusses or rafters
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
