Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Florida Principle and Practice Licensure Practice Exam

Under what statute can a Division I Contractor design a townhouse?

1. A. 471.0195

2. B. 489.115

3. C. 481.203

4. D. 61G1-18.002

The correct answer is: B. 489.115

A Division I Contractor can design a townhouse under the provisions laid out in the relevant Florida statute that governs the activities and certifications of contractors. The specific statute that applies here is B. 489.115, which outlines the scopes of work and limitations for contractors in the state. This statute specifies what a general contractor is authorized to do, including engaging in the design of certain types of structures. Townhouses fall within that scope because they are multi-family dwellings that, when designed, require appropriate construction oversight to ensure compliance with building codes and safety regulations. The other statutes listed relate to different areas of practice or regulatory frameworks that do not align with the design authority of a Division I Contractor, which reinforces B. 489.115 as the correct choice for the design of a townhouse.