Minnesota Residential Code Flashcards
The International Residential Code is applicable to single-family dwellings a maximum of _____ stories above-grade-plane height.
3
1300.0040 Scope. Subpart 2. pg 3
If there is a conflict in the code between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the ___________ requirement shall apply.
Specific
1300.0010 Administration. Subpart 1. pg 3
Provisions of the appendices do not apply unless ________ ___________.
Specifically Adopted
1300.0040 Scope. Subpart 2.
What is the term used in the IRC to describe the individual in charge of the department of building safety?
Building Official
Section 1300.0070 Definitions
The building official has the authority to __________ the provisions of the code.
Interpret
Section 1300.0110 Duties and Powers of Building Official Subp 1
Used materials may be utilized when ____________ by the building official.
Approved
Section 1300.0110 Duties and Powers of the Building Official Subpart 11
The building official has the authority to grant modifications to the code for individual cases where the strict letter of the code is what?
Impractical
Section 1300.0110 Duties and Powers of Building Official Subpart 12
Unless supporting a surcharge, retaining walls having a maximum height of _______ inches, measured from bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, do not require a permit.
48
Section 1300.0120 Subpart 4 Article (4)
Other than storm shelters, a permit is not required for the construction of one-story detached accessory structure when it has a maximum floor area of ______ sq ft.
200
Section 1300.0120 Subpart 4 Work Exempt from Permit (1)
Prefabricated swimming pools are subject to a building permit where they have a minimum depth of what?
24 inches
Section 1300.0120 Subpart 4 Work Exempt from Permit (10)
Unless an extension is authorized, a permit becomes invalid when work does not commence within _______ days after permit issuance.
180
Section 1300.0120 Subpart 10 Validity of Permit
The building permit or copy of the permit, shall be kept where until the completion of the project?
At the Job Site
Section 1300.0120 Subpart 13 Information and Placement of Permit
When a building permit is issued, the construction documents shall be approved how?
In writing or by stamp
Section 1300.0130 Construction Documents Subpart 6 (A)
Where applicable, which one of the following inspections is not specifically identified by the International Residential Code as a required inspection?
A. Foundation Inspection
B. Frame Inspection
C. Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction Inspection
D. Energy Efficiency Inspection
C. Fire Resistance-Rated Construction Inspection
Section 1300.0210 Inspection Subpart 6 Articles A through M
Whose duty is it to provide access to work in need of inspection?
The permit holder or agent
Section 1300.0210 Inspections Subpart 1
A temporary certificate of occupancy is valid for what period of time?
A period set by the building official
Section 1300.0220 Certificate of Occupancy Subpart 6
The board of appeals is not authorized to rule on an appeal based on a claim that what?
A code requirement shall be waived
Section 1300.0230 Board of Appeals Subpart 3
The membership of the board of appeals shall be what?
Knowledgeable of building construction
Section 1300.0230 Board of Appeals Subpart 2
A permit is not required for construction of a fence with a maximum height of what?
7 ft
Section 1300.0120 Permits Subpart 4 Work Exempt from Permit
When a stop work order is issued, it shall be given to any of the following individuals except for the _________.
A. Owner
B. Owner’s Agent
C. Permit Applicant
D. Person Doing the Work
C. Permit Applicant
Section 1300.0170 Stop Work Order
Which of the following standards is applicable for factory-built fireplaces?
A. ANSI Z21.42-2013
B. CSPC 16 CFR Part 1404
C. NFPA 259-18
D. UL 127-2011
D. UL 127-2011
Section R1004 Factory Built Fireplaces R1004.1 through R1004.5 pg 499
ACI 318-19 is a reference standard addressing what?
Structural Concrete
Section R608 Exterior Concrete Wall Construction R608.1 through R608.2 pg 320
A permit is not required for the installation of a window awning provided the awning projects a maximum of ______ inches from the exterior wall and does not require additional support.
54
Section 1300.0120 Permits Subpart 4 Work Exempt from Permit pg 7
Where a self contained refrigeration system contains a maximum of ______ pounds of refrigerant, a permit is not required.
10
Section 1300.0120 Permits Subpart 4 Work Exempt from Permit C. Mechanical (7)