ICC Permit Technician Practice Exam

In which zone district are auto body shops permitted?

1. A-3

2. CR-1

3. C-2

4. FI-1

The correct answer is: FI-1

Auto body shops are typically permitted in the FI-1 zone district, which is designated for light industrial uses. This classification allows a range of activities that are compatible with light manufacturing and assembly, as well as repair services, which includes auto body work. The FI-1 zone often features flexibility in the types of operations allowed, catering to businesses that handle repair and service of vehicles. This zoning supports the nature of auto body shops, which require space for equipment, vehicles, and possibly painting or other servicing needs without creating excessive disturbances to surrounding areas. Zone districts like A-3, which may focus on agricultural or rural uses, CR-1, which often pertains to commercial residential areas, and C-2, typically commercial districts, generally do not provide the same suitability for industrial activities, such as those that occur in auto body shops. Therefore, the designation of FI-1 is particularly fitting for these types of businesses.