Basic Code Enforcement TEEX & TDLR|
Prep Study Materials 2025/2026| Updated
Q&A
What does TEEX stand for?
A) Texas Emergency Extension Service
B) Texas Education and Extension Services
C) Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
D) Texas Environmental Extension Service
C) Texas A&M E...
Basic Code Enforcement TEEX & TDLR|
Prep Study Materials 2025/2026| Updated
Q&A
What does TEEX stand for?
A) Texas Emergency Extension Service
B) Texas Education and Extension Services
C) Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
D) Texas Environmental Extension Service
C) Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of TDLR?
A) Regulating various professions in Texas
B) Issuing building permits
C) Providing education and training
D) Enforcing code compliance
B) Issuing building permits
What is the primary purpose of the Texas Building Code?
A) To establish standards for construction and safety
B) To regulate the design of architectural structures
C) To provide guidelines for landscaping
D) To restrict land use
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, A) To establish standards for construction and safety
Which entity is responsible for enforcing building codes at the local level in Texas?
A) TEEX
B) TDLR
C) Local municipalities
D) Texas Department of Transportation
C) Local municipalities
What does TDLR's enforcement process typically begin with?
A) A public hearing
B) A complaint investigation
C) A fine assessment
D) A building inspection
B) A complaint investigation
In Texas, what type of license is required for code enforcement officers?
A) Contractor license
B) Building inspector license
C) Code enforcement officer certification
D) General contractor license
C) Code enforcement officer certification
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,Which of the following codes must code enforcement officers be familiar with?
A) Local zoning codes
B) Fire codes
C) Plumbing codes
D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the purpose of the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS)?
A) To ensure public buildings are safe
B) To guarantee access for individuals with disabilities
C) To regulate the height of buildings
D) To establish guidelines for electrical installations
B) To guarantee access for individuals with disabilities
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a code enforcement officer?
A) Conducting inspections for compliance
B) Designing building plans
C) Managing construction projects
D) Providing financial assistance to homeowners
A) Conducting inspections for compliance
What is a common violation that code enforcement officers investigate?
A) Illegal parking
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, B) Overgrown vegetation
C) Noise complaints
D) All of the above
D) All of the above
How often are code enforcement inspections typically conducted?
A) Weekly
B) Monthly
C) As needed or based on complaints
D) Annually
C) As needed or based on complaints
What must a code enforcement officer do before issuing a citation?
A) Conduct a site visit and gather evidence
B) Consult with the mayor
C) Issue a verbal warning only
D) Obtain a court order
A) Conduct a site visit and gather evidence
Which of the following best describes a “cease and desist” order?
A) A notification to stop all construction activities
B) A warning to fix minor code violations
C) An invitation to a public hearing
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