Inspection & Code Compliance Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a Certificate of Occupancy (CO)?
Answer: To confirm that a building meets code requirements and is safe for occupancy
A CO certifies that the completed building complies with all applicable codes and is legally safe for its intended occupancy.
Which federal legislation established minimum accessibility standards for public buildings and commercial facilities?
Answer: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The ADA requires accessible design features in public accommodations and commercial facilities to ensure equal access for individuals with disabilities.
When a stop work order is issued on a construction project, the contractor must:
Answer: Immediately cease all construction activities until the order is lifted
A stop work order legally requires all construction to halt immediately until the violation is corrected and the order formally rescinded.
Under which condition would a building inspector typically issue a Notice of Non-Compliance?
Answer: When observed construction deviates materially from the approved permitted plans
A Notice of Non-Compliance is issued when field conditions reveal that construction does not match the approved permitted drawings or adopted code requirements.
What is the purpose of a rough-in inspection during construction?
Answer: To inspect framing, plumbing, and electrical systems before walls are enclosed
Rough-in inspections occur after framing and systems installation but before drywall, ensuring internal components are installed correctly per code.
The International Building Code (IBC) is developed and published by which organization?
Answer: The International Code Council (ICC)
The ICC publishes the IBC and a suite of other model codes that are widely adopted by state and local jurisdictions across the United States.
What does 'substantial completion' mean in the context of construction permitting?
Answer: The point when a structure is sufficiently complete for its intended use
Substantial completion is the point at which the project is sufficiently complete for its intended purpose, even if minor punch-list items remain outstanding.