2015 IRC BUILDING INSPECTOR EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 2025/2026

2015 IRC BUILDING INSPECTOR EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 2025
Where a referenced code or standard includes subject matter that is within the scope of the IRC, the pro
visions of the shall take precedence. - CORRECT ANSWER -IRC



2015 IRCTSection R102.4.2



An alternative material or method shall be approved where the proposed design is and complies
with the of the code. - CORRECT ANSWER -satisfactory; intent



2015 IRCTSection R104.11



Compliance with the specific -
based provisions of the International Codes in lieu of specific requirements of the IRC shall be permitted
as an alternative. - CORRECT ANSWER -performance



2015 IRCTSection R104.11



ATpermit is not required for the replacement of branch circuit overcurrent devices (breakers) of the requi
red capacity in the same location (within a panel). - CORRECT ANSWER -True



2015 IRCTSection R105.2



Where equipment replacements and repairs must be performed in an emergency situation, the permit a
pplication shall be submitted within the business day. - CORRECT ANSWER -next working



(... to the building official.)



2015 IRCTSection R105.2.1

,An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned days
after the date of filing. -TCORRECT ANSWER -180



(180 days also applies to extensions.)



2015 IRCTSection R105.3.2



Before issuing a permit, the building official is to examine or cause to be examined buildings, struc
tures and sites for which an application has been filed. - CORRECT ANSWER -authorized



2015 IRCTSection R105.9



When the buildingTofficial issues a permit, the construction documents shall be approved in writing or by
a stamp which states . - CORRECT ANSWER -
REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE



2015 IRCTSection R106.3.1



Final inspection shall be made after the permitted work is and prior to .-
CORRECT ANSWER -complete; occupancy



2015 IRCTSection R109.1.6



If located in a flood hazard area, the documentation of elevations required in Section R322.1.10 shall be s
ubmitted to the building official prior to the inspection. - CORRECT ANSWER -final



2015 IRCTSection R109.1.6.1



Signifies access that requires the removal of an access panel or similar removable obstruction. -
CORRECT ANSWER -Accessible

, (Readily Accessible signifies access without the necessity for removing a panel or similar obstruction.)



2015 IRCTSection R202



ATfinished or unfinished area, notTconsidered a story, where the occupiable space is enclosed by the roof
assembly above and the floor-ceiling assembly below is a . - CORRECT ANSWER -habitable attic



(Other conditions relating to the occupiable floor area must also be met.)



2015 IRCTSection R202



Hot Water is water at a temperature greater than or equal to °F. - CORRECT ANSWER -110



2015 IRCTSection R202



A wall supporting any vertical load in addition to its own weight is a - wall. -
CORRECT ANSWER -load-bearing



2015 IRCTSection R202



WhatTis the minimum uniformly distributed live load for habitable attics and attics served with fixed stair
s? - CORRECT ANSWER -30 pounds per square foot



(Review of tables will be useful as knowledge of many tables is necessary for the exam.)



2015 IRCTTable R301.5



Wood structural panels with a minimum thickness of inch and a maximum span of feet shall
be permitted for opening protection in windborne debris regions. -TCORRECT ANSWER -7/16; 8