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CPC Building Codes, Permits & Inspections Flashcards

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  1. What model code is most widely adopted across US states for commercial building construction?

    Answer: International Building Code (IBC)

    The International Building Code (IBC), published by the International Code Council (ICC), has been adopted by most US states and jurisdictions as the basis for commercial construction regulations.

  2. What is the primary purpose of a 'Certificate of Occupancy (CO)'?

    Answer: Certify that a completed building complies with applicable codes and is safe for its intended use

    A CO is issued by the local building authority after final inspections confirm the building was constructed according to approved plans and meets all applicable codes.

  3. In the IBC, what does 'occupancy classification' determine?

    Answer: The applicable construction requirements, fire protection systems, egress design, and allowable area based on building use

    Occupancy classification (A, B, E, F, H, I, M, R, S, U) drives virtually all code requirements including fire resistance, egress, sprinklers, and allowable construction types.

  4. What is a 'special inspection' as defined in IBC Chapter 17?

    Answer: Inspection by a qualified inspector to verify that specified materials, installations, fabrications, and site conditions comply with approved plans and specifications

    Special inspections under IBC Chapter 17 are performed by approved inspectors to verify high-risk or complex construction, such as structural concrete, steel welding, and soil compaction.

  5. Which building code addresses fire resistance ratings of structural assemblies and the concept of 'construction type'?

    Answer: International Building Code (IBC) Chapter 6

    IBC Chapter 6 classifies buildings into Types I through V based on the fire resistance of their structural elements, which determines allowable height, area, and occupancy combinations.

  6. Under ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), what minimum clear width must an accessible route provide?

    Answer: 36 inches

    ADA Standards for Accessible Design require a minimum 36-inch clear width for accessible routes, allowing a single wheelchair to pass.