ICC Permit Technician Practice Exam

Open parking garages are allowed under which types of construction?

1. Type I and III only

2. Type II, III, and V only

3. Type I, II, and IV only

4. Type IV and V only

The correct answer is: Type I, II, and IV only

Open parking garages can be constructed using Types I, II, and IV construction methods. Type I construction consists of non-combustible materials and is typically used in high-rise buildings; however, it also accommodates open parking structures due to their strength and resistance to fire. Type II construction also utilizes non-combustible materials but allows for a more moderate level of fire resistance and is often employed in mid-rise buildings, making it suitable for parking garages as well. Type IV construction, also known as Heavy Timber construction, can be used for certain applications including open parking garages. This type of construction combines the benefits of wood with the structural integrity needed for parking areas while allowing for open configurations that can enhance ventilation and lighting. Types III and V construction, on the other hand, have more restrictions related to fire resistance and material usage, which makes them less suitable for open parking garages. Type III typically includes exterior walls of non-combustible materials but allows for combustible framing, and Type V includes entirely combustible materials, used mainly for residential construction. Therefore, the correct combination of construction types—Types I, II, and IV—reflects those best suited for open parking garage designs in terms of safety, structural integrity, and compliance with building