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Which statement accurately reflects the historical adoption of building codes in the United States?
Which statement accurately reflects the historical adoption of building codes in the United States?
- The Uniform Building Code was adopted throughout the southeastern United States. (correct)
- The Southern Building Code was primarily adopted in the northeastern United States.
- The BOCA National Building Code was predominantly adopted in states west of the Mississippi River.
- Each state had its own distinct building code in the past.
Why is it important to verify which edition of the model code has been adopted in localities?
Why is it important to verify which edition of the model code has been adopted in localities?
- The administrative chapters in each edition vary based on the state.
- Different model codes are used for residential and commercial buildings.
- Local operations of building departments are usually not governed by the model codes.
- The editions may have amendments that affect the requirements for construction. (correct)
What major change has occurred in recent times regarding building codes in the United States?
What major change has occurred in recent times regarding building codes in the United States?
- The International Codes have replaced all state-specific codes. (correct)
- The BOCA National Building Code has become the most widely adopted model code.
- States have completely stopped amending the IBC.
- Local jurisdictions now have the authority to create their own building codes.
What led to different jurisdictions within the same state having unique building codes in the past?
What led to different jurisdictions within the same state having unique building codes in the past?
What is one of the reasons big cities tend to have codes that differ significantly from model codes?
What is one of the reasons big cities tend to have codes that differ significantly from model codes?
What has the adoption of the IBC at the state level prompted big cities to do with their building codes?
What has the adoption of the IBC at the state level prompted big cities to do with their building codes?
What action should be taken when considering using similar designs from other jurisdictions?
What action should be taken when considering using similar designs from other jurisdictions?
Which large cities have converted their state codes from UBC-based to IBC-based?
Which large cities have converted their state codes from UBC-based to IBC-based?
