The AHJ establishes a plans review and permitting process to verify structures that are new, remodeled, or have a change in occupancy classification meet the requirements of what codes?

• A. Locally adopted building and fire codes
• B. International Building Code
• C. National Electrical Code
• D. International Plumbing Code

Answer: (A)

Plan review and permitting for new, remodeled, or occupancy-changing structures are based on the locally adopted building and fire codes. The AHJ enforces the specific rules a jurisdiction has adopted (often with amendments) to ensure life safety, structural integrity, and proper fire protection. While model codes like the International Building Code provide the framework, the enforceable requirements are those that the locality has formally adopted as its building and fire ordinances. The electrical and plumbing codes are important components too, but they govern specialized systems rather than the overall occupancy and safety provisions addressed by the building and fire codes. So, the process centers on the jurisdiction’s own building and fire codes, as adopted for that area.