How to Become a
Certified Permit Technician
Computer-based Testing is
available on both the 2012 and the 2015 Code Edition.
Books needed for the test based on code edition:
2012 or 2015 IBC (chapters 1-3, 6, 12 and 34)
2012 or 2015 IZC
2002 Legal Aspects
Basic Code Enforcement
For a computer based testing schedule contact Person VUE at
1-800-275-8301.
Exam Details and Fees
$199.00 computerized
60 multiple-choice questions—
Open Book—2 hour limit
General Administration 39%
Legal Aspects 22%
Plans and Documents 25%
Zoning and Site Development 14%
Number to call to schedule an exam
1-800-275-8301
http://www.iccsafe.org/certification
Permit Tech Study Guide Companion
Now available in the 2009 or 2012 Edition
Covers many of the subjects of specific interest to the permit technician. It contains International Building Code® information on administration, occupancy groups and types of construction as well as zoning and sign requirements of the International Zoning Code®. The companion also references ICC’s Basic Code Enforcement as well as legal information found in Legal Aspects of Code Administration.
- 14 Study sessions
- 350 total questions
http://shop.iccsafe.org/2012-permit-tech-study-companion-1.html
http://shop.iccsafe.org/2009-permit-technician-study-companion-1.html
