The inspector or plans examiner who reviews the plans may also be responsible for field verification.

• A. Budget approval
• B. Field verification
• C. Energy modeling
• D. Zoning determinations

Answer: (B)

Field verification is the practical step that connects plan review with on-site reality. The inspector who reviews the plans may also check the site to confirm that what was approved is actually being built: dimensions, materials, fire-rated assemblies, egress paths, fire protection features, and other code-required details are in place and match the plans. This on-site confirmation helps catch discrepancies early, ensure safety, and maintain compliance as construction progresses.

Budget approval is a financial function, not a construction- or code-verification activity. Energy modeling is a specialized process used to demonstrate compliance with energy codes and is typically performed by energy specialists or plan reviewers, not the general field verification task. Zoning determinations involve land-use and site allocation decisions handled by planning or zoning staff, not the on-site verification of building compliance.