building science 2 ( codes and bylaws )

Question 1

what agency issues a sewage disposal permit

Answer 1

BC health authority (Provincial)

Question 2

who is qualified to issue and take out a electrical permit

Answer 2

the BC safety authority (provincial) and qualified electrical contractor

Question 3

what do the 2-5-10 warranty cover

Answer 3

2 - labor and materials
5 - building envelope
10- building structure defects

Question 4

what level of government develops by laws

Answer 4

municipalities and regional districts

Question 5

what is the purpose of a building bylaw

Answer 5

to make sure the builder is following the requirements of the municipality

Question 6

what are the requirements for a building permit

Answer 6

2 or more sets of drawings, sewage , source of potable water

Question 7

what are 2 types of forms that the inspector checks for rebar

Answer 7

(ICF) and concrete block

Question 8

what is required prior to a framing inspection ?

Answer 8

survey certificate , engineered materials , mechanical rough ins

Question 9

what must the moisture content be at the time of framing inspection

Answer 9

19% or less

Question 10

for factory built chimneys what does the building inspector check for

Answer 10

ULC certification

Question 11

at concrete form inspection what does the building inspector check for

Answer 11

solid bearing , absence of both organics and standing water

Question 12

what is inspected prior to back filling

Answer 12

perimeter drainage ,
damp and waterproofing the foundation

Question 13

When applying for a building permit which of the following must an owner or contractor submit with the application

Answer 13

Plans and specifications

Question 14

Can you repair plumbing without a permit

Answer 14

No

Question 15

Who makes the final inspection

Answer 15

Building inspector

Question 16

If a warranty provider wanted your house inspected who would carry out the inspection

Answer 16

Representative from insurance company