ICC Building Code Professionals 2

Question 1

Under the IBC, which occupancy classification applies to a building used as an assisted living facility housing 16 or more residents?

Accepted Answer

Group I-1

Answer

Assisted living facilities with 16 or more residents who are capable of self-preservation are classified as Group I-1 under the IBC.

Question 2

What is the maximum allowable floor area for a single story Group B occupancy building of Type VB construction with no sprinkler system?

Accepted Answer

19,000 sq ft

Answer

The IBC allows 19,000 square feet for a single-story Group B, Type VB construction without a sprinkler system.

Question 3

Which IRC provision governs the minimum required glazing area for habitable rooms?

Accepted Answer

8% of the floor area

Answer

The IRC requires glazing in habitable rooms to be not less than 8% of the floor area of the room served.

Question 4

When must an ICC-certified building official issue a stop-work order on a construction project?

Accepted Answer

When work is being done without a permit or in violation of the code

Answer

A building official has authority to issue a stop-work order whenever work is being done without a required permit or in violation of applicable code provisions.

Question 5

What is the required fire-resistance rating for interior load-bearing walls in a Type IA construction building?

Accepted Answer

3 hours

Answer

IBC Table 601 requires interior load-bearing walls in Type IA construction to have a minimum 3-hour fire-resistance rating.

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ICC Building Code Professionals 2