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Building Regulations Quiz
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Building Regulations Quiz

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Match the following actions with their corresponding consequences:

Unauthorized changes in submitted plans = Imposition of fines/penalties Non-compliance with work stoppage order = Issuance of stoppage, discontinuance of use occupancy declaration Building use without certificate of occupancy = Suspension or revocation of permit issuance Change of use without corresponding certificate = Non-issuance of permit

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Ruinous building = Building that poses a threat to safety or health Exemption for traditional indigenous family dwellings = Exemption from payment of building permit fees Imposition of penalty surcharges = Additional fees for violations Permanent record and accurate account of fees = Record keeping requirement for Building Official

Match the following duties with their responsible entity:

Evaluating modified design plans = Building Official Undertaking annual inspections = Building Official Submitting quarterly situational report = Building Official Formulating rules and regulations = Secretary

What is the penalty surcharge for failure to post a certificate of occupancy/operation?

<p>25% of the construction cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what situation would a penalty surcharge of 100% apply?

<p>Construction of superstructure above 2m without a permit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for non-compliance with a work stoppage order?

<p>$20,000 fine</p> Signup and view all the answers

For how many days can excavation be left open without any work done before a penalty surcharge applies?

<p>120 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty surcharge for failure to pay the annual inspection fee within 30 days?

<p>25% of the inspection fee</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which violation can result in imprisonment for up to 2 years?

<p>Dangerous and ruinous building violations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to an alien who violates building regulations?

<p>$10,000 fine and deportation after payment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances will a ruinous building be identified?

<p>Structurally unsafe without any safety measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

What powers does the Building Official (BO) have concerning dangerous buildings?

<p>Order repair, vacation, or demolition based on degree of danger to life, health, and safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a structure damaged by a natural phenomenon according to the provisions?

<p>It will have less strength and stability according to structural hazards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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