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

Where alterations are made to an entrance of a building with another compliant entrance, the altered entrance is required to comply with 206.4 under which condition?

1. Always required regardless of other entrances

2. Only if specified by 202.4

3. Only if the building is newly constructed

4. Never required if an accessible route exists

The correct answer is: Only if specified by 202.4

The condition that requires the altered entrance to comply with 206.4 is specifically linked to the guidance set forth in 202.4. This section provides criteria that dictate when alterations to an entrance must adhere to accessibility standards. Under 202.4, alterations may not always necessitate compliance if there are already existing compliant alternatives within the building. This regulatory framework is designed to balance the need for accessibility with practical considerations regarding existing structures. Therefore, compliance with 206.4 is mandated when the specific conditions outlined in 202.4 are met, indicating a focus on ensuring that alterations contribute to overall accessibility without imposing unnecessary requirements when compliant alternatives are available. This understanding underscores the importance of assessing both the nature of the alterations and the presence of compliant entrances to determine the applicability of accessibility requirements.