FCC Building Codes & Construction Regulations 3

Question 1

Under the Florida Building Code, how often is the code updated?

Accepted Answer

Every three years

Answer

The Florida Building Code is updated on a three-year cycle, aligned with the International Code Council update cycle.

Question 2

Which type of construction requires the most fire-resistive materials under the Florida Building Code?

Accepted Answer

Type I

Answer

Type I construction requires the highest degree of fire resistance, with structural elements made of noncombustible materials with the highest fire-resistance ratings.

Question 3

A Florida contractor is building a single-family home in a High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ). Which counties are designated as HVHZ?

Accepted Answer

Dade and Broward

Answer

Miami-Dade and Broward counties are the only two counties in Florida designated as High-Velocity Hurricane Zones.

Question 4

What document must be posted at a construction site in Florida to allow inspections to proceed?

Accepted Answer

The recorded Notice of Commencement and approved permit card

Answer

The recorded Notice of Commencement and approved permit card must be posted at the job site so the building inspector can verify the project before proceeding.

Question 5

Under Florida law, which entity has the authority to issue a Stop-Work Order on a construction project?

Accepted Answer

The local building official or the DBPR's workers' compensation division

Answer

Both the local building official and the DBPR's Division of Workers' Compensation have authority to issue Stop-Work Orders on Florida construction projects.

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FCC Building Codes & Construction Regulations 3