As long as an awning projects no more than ________ in. from the exterior wall, a permit is NOT required for installation.
9. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1 Scope And Administration Section R105 Permits R105.2 Work exempt from permit.
The purpose of the International Residential Code is to establish minimum requirements to safeguard the public safety, health and general welfare through ________.
The purpose of this code is to establish minimum requirements to provide a reasonable level of safety, health and general welfare through affordability, structural strength, means of egress, stability, sanitation, light and ventilation, energy conservation and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards and to provide a reasonable level of safety to firefighters and emergency responders during emergency operations. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R101 General R101.3 Purpose.
True or False: Where conflicts occur between the provisions of the IRC and the referenced codes and standards, the provisions of the IRC must apply.
Where conflicts occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R102 Applicability R102.4 Referenced Codes and Standards. R102.4.1 Conflicts.
The building official is hereby authorized and directed to ________ of the IRC.
The building official is hereby authorized and directed to enforce the provisions of this code 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R104 Duties And Powers Of The Building Official R104.1 General. The building official shall have the authority to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies and procedures in order to clarify the application of this code’s provisions. Such interpretations, policies and procedures: 1. Shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code. 2. Shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R104 Duties And Powers Of The Building Official R104.2 Determination of compliance.
Any owner who intends to ________ a building or structure must first obtain the required permit from the building official.
Any owner or owner’s authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be performed, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R105 Permits R105.1 Required.
Any person who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of ________ is subject to penalties as prescribed by law.
Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties as prescribed by law. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R113 Violations R113.4 Violation penalties.
The inspection of a foundation must be made after ________.
Inspection of the foundation shall be made after poles or piers are set or trenches or basement areas are excavated and any required forms erected and any required reinforcing steel is in place and supported prior to the placing of concrete. The foundation inspection shall include excavations for thickened slabs intended for the support of bearing walls, partitions, structural supports, or equipment and special requirements for wood foundations. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R109 Inspections R109.1 Types of inspections. R109.1.1 Foundation inspection.
A permit is not required for fences that are less than ________ in height.
Exemption from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following: Building: 2. Fences not over 7 feet (2134 mm) high. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R105 Permits R105.2 Work exempt from permit.
The building official can issue a stop work order if work on the building or structure is being executed ________.
Where the building official finds any work regulated by this code being performed in a manner contrary to the provisions of this code or in a dangerous or unsafe manner, the building official is authorized to issue a stop work order. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R114 Stop Work Order R114.1 Authority.
True or False: A building must not be used or occupied until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy.
A building or structure shall not be used or occupied in whole or in part, and a change of occupancy of a building or structure or portion thereof shall not be made, until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction. Certificates presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R110 Certificate Of Occupancy R110.1 Use and change of occupancy.
The construction documents submitted with the permit application for a demolition must be accompanied by a site plan that shows the ________.
The construction documents submitted with the application for permit shall be accompanied by a site plan showing the size and location of new construction and existing structures on the site and distances from lot lines. In the case of demolition, the site plan shall show construction to be demolished and the location and size of existing structures and construction that are to remain on the site or plot. The building official is authorized to waive or modify the requirement for a site plan where the application for permit is for alteration or repair or where otherwise warranted. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R106 Construction Documents R106.2 Site plan or plot plan.
The individual in charge of the department of building safety is referred to as the ________.
The department of building safety is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the building official. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R103 Department Of Building Safety R103.1 Creation of enforcement agency
A permit is not required for retaining walls that are less than ________ in height.
Exemption from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following: Building: 3. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R105 Permits R105.2 Work exempt from permit.
The certificate of occupancy must include the ________.
After the building official inspects the building or structure and does not find violations of the provisions of this code or other laws that are enforced by the department, the building official shall issue a certificate of occupancy containing the following: 1. The permit number. 2. The address of the structure. 3. The name and address of the owner or the owner’s authorized agent. 4. A description of that portion of the structure for which the certificate is issued. 5. A statement that the described portion of the structure has been inspected for compliance with the requirements of this code. 6. The name of the building official. 7. The edition of the code under which the permit was issued. 8. Where an automatic sprinkler system is provided and whether the sprinkler system is required. 9. Any special stipulations and conditions of the building permit. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R110 Certificate Of Occupancy R110.2 Certificate issued.
In the permit application, the applicant must ________.
To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the department of building safety for that purpose. Such application shall: 1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made. 2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work. 3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended. 2024 International Residential Code Chapter 1: Scope and Administration Section R105 Permits R105.3 Application for permit.
