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IPMC
International Property Maintenance Code
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Who enforces the IPMC? | Code Official |
| Premises must be free from what type of infestation? | Rodents and pests |
| Exterior Surfaces must be maintained to prevent what? | Weather penetration |
| Roofs must be maintained to prevent what? | Water intrusion |
| Walking surfaces must be free from what condition? | (Falling) Hazards |
| Guards are required when walking surfaces exceed what height above grade? | 30 inches |
| Handrails are required on stairs with more than how many risers? | 4 risers |
| What document informs a property owner of a violation? | Notice of Violation |
| What action may be taken if a violation is not corrected? | Legal proceedings / citation |
| Minimum ceiling height in habitable rooms? | 7 feet |
| Minimum habitable room size (1 occupant)? | 70 square feet |
| Minimum additional space per occupant? | 50 square feet |
| Minimum natural light required? | 8% of floor area |
| Minimum natural ventilation required? | 4% of floor area |
| Maximum sill height for egress window? | 44 inches |
| Every dwelling unit must have what plumbing fixtures? | Water closet, lavatory, bathtub/shower, kitchen sink |
| Minimum hot water temperature required? | not less than 110°F |
| Plumbing fixtures must be maintained in what condition? | Clean and sanitary |
| Wastewater must discharge into what system? | Approved sanitary sewer or disposal system |
| Minimum indoor temperature required during heating season? | 68°F |
| Portable heaters can replace permanent heating systems? | No |
| Minimum outlets required in bath rooms? | At least one outlet |
| Extension cords allowed as permanent wiring? | No |
| Smoke alarms required where? | inside sleeping rooms and outside sleeping areas |
| Carbon monoxide alarms are required when? | Fuel-burning appliances or attached garage |
| Egress doors must open how? | From inside without keys or special knowledge |
| Garbage must be stored in what type of containers? | Approved covered containers |
| Vacant building must be what? | Secured from unauthorized entry |
| Structure dangerous to life or safety is declared what? | Unsafe structure |
| How many days does an appeals board have to meet after the filing of an appeal? | 10 days |
| An unsafe structure or equipment is found to be ____ by the code official | Condemned |
| Exterior property and premises shall be maintained in what fashion | Clean, safe, and sanitary |
| Sidewalks, walkways, stairs driveways, and parking spaces shall be kept.. | In a proper state of repair and maintained free from hazardous conditions |
| Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from ___/ plant growth in excess of 12 inches | Weeds |
| Swimming pools, hot tuns, or spas containing more than ____ inches of water shall be completely surrounded by a fence not less than ____ inches | 24 inches, 48 inches |
| Address numbers shall be... | No less than 4 inches in height with a minimum width of 0.5 inches |
| Handrails shall not be less than ___ inches in height or more than ____ in height | 30, 42 |
| Guards shall not be less than ____ inches | 30 |
| Every habitable space have not have less than ____ window | 1 |
| Every habitable space shall be ___ percent of the floor area of such room | 8 |
| Clothes dryer exhaust systems shall be ____ of all other systems and shall be exhausted outside the structure | Independent |
| A habitable room, other than the kitchen shall not be less than ____ feet | 7 |
| Toilet facilities shall be located not more than one story above or below the employees working area and shall not exceed a distance of ___ feet | 500 feet |
| Indoor occupiable work spaces shall be supplied with heat to maintain a minimum of ____ degrees | 65 |
| Room temperatures are measured ___ feet above the floors near the center of the room and 2 feet inward from the center of each exterior wall | 3 |
| Every habitable space in a dwelling shall contain not less than ____separate and remote receptacle outlets | two |
| Can flexible cords be used for permanent wiring? | No |
| Elevators- The most ____ certificate shall be on display at all times | Current |
| What is the main purpose of zoning? | To separate incompatible land uses and promote public health, safety, and welfare. |
| What is a zoning ordinance? | A local law regulating land use, density, and development standards. |
| What is a comprehensive plan? | A long-term policy guide for community development that zoning should follow. |
| What is a zoning district? | A designated area with specific permitted uses and development standards. |
| What is a setback? | The required minimum distance between a structure and a property line. |
| What is Floor Area Ratio (FAR)? | The ratio of total building floor area to the size of the lot. |
| What are bulk regulations? | Rules governing building size, height, lot coverage, and setbacks. |
| What is lot coverage? | The percentage of a lot occupied by structures. |
| What is a variance? | Permission to deviate from zoning requirements due to hardship. |
| Who grants variances? | Typically the Board of Adjustment |
| What is a conditional use permit (CUP)? | Approval for a use allowed only under specific conditions. |
| What is rezoning? | Changing the zoning classification of a property. |
| What is spot zoning? | Zoning that unfairly benefits a single parcel; may be legally challenged. |
| What is a nonconforming use? | A legal use that no longer complies with current zoning. |
| Can nonconforming uses be expanded? | Generally limited or prohibited unless approved. |
| What happens if a nonconforming use is discontinued? | It may lose its legal status after a specified time. |
| What is a stop work order? | An order to halt construction due to violations. |
| What is required before issuing a building permit? | Zoning compliance must be verified. |
| What is an appeal in zoning? | A request to review a decision made by a zoning official. |
| What is a permitted use? | A use allowed by right within a zoning district. |
| What is a prohibited use? | A use not allowed in a zoning district. |
| What is mixed-use zoning? | Zoning that allows multiple types of uses (e.g., residential + commercial). |
| Which zone typically has the highest density? | Industrial or high-intensity commercial zones. |
| What is an easement? | A legal right to use another person’s land for a specific purpose. |
| Does zoning override private covenants? | No—both must be followed; the stricter rule applies. |
| What is a zoning map? | A map showing zoning districts within a jurisdiction. |
| What is density in zoning? | The number of units or buildings allowed per area. |