Residential Plans Examiner (R3) FAQ
Who is a Residential Plans Examiner?
A residential plans examiner reviews, plans, and construct documents for one-and-two family residences and their accessory structures for compliance with the local codes and standards as adopted by their jurisdiction.
What is a Residential Plans Examiner (R3) exam?
The Residential Plans Examiner (R3) exam tests the skills and knowledge of a candidate in the area such as architecture and life safety, design loads, structural elements, venting termination, etc.
How ICC works?
The International Code Council, or ICC, is an association that generates codes and standards for the building and construction industries. ICC also administers a certification program for contractors and different types of construction and safety industry experts, plans examiners, involving plumbing and electrical inspectors, and other building safety professionals.
What are the main areas of the ICC (R3) exam?
- Administrative
- Site
- Architectural and Life Safety
- Structural
- Energy Efficiency
- Mechanical
- Plumbing
- Electrical
Is Residential Plans Examiner (R3) an open book exam?
Yes, the ICC exam is an open-book exam.
How to register yourself for the examination?
- Firstly, you must log in to myICC to make an exam purchase. If you already have an account, please contact ICC before creating a new one to ensure all of your information stays in one account.
- Secondly, you are required to pay for your exam first before you schedule if you taking a National Certification, California, or UST/AST exam via CBT or PRONTO. Moreover, you have one year to schedule or reschedule your exam without paying for it again.
- Thirdly, please enter your Legal name only exactly as it appears on the identification you will carry before testing. Entering wrong details will not let you take your test and no fees will be refunded.
- Lastly, you must have your government-issued photo identification ready to show the proctor.
How much time will be given to a candidate to complete the ICC exam?
The candidate will be given 2 hours to successfully complete the exam.
How many questions will be there in Residential Plans Examiner (R3) exam?
There will be 60 questions in the exam.
Which method of testing does ICC use?
The ICC (R3) method will be Computer-Based Testing( CBT ) and Proctored Online Testing.
What is the fee for the ICC (R3) exam?
The ICC examination fee will be $219 USD.
What score do I need to pass?
Generally, an exam requires a score of 70 to pass whereas certification exams require a 75.
When will I get my results?
Results for examinations taken online or at a testing site are available immediately after completion of the examination.
When and where can I test?
- Proctored Remote Online Testing (PRONTO)is available 24/7, 365 days a year, in any secure location such as your home or office.
- Computer-based Testing is administered frequently at over 350 sites across the nation and outside the U.S. You can locate the testing availability and locations once you purchase the exam. Exams are good for one year from the time of purchase.
How can I prepare for the Residential Plans Examiner (R3) Exam?
The candidate can prepare for the Exam by some steps such as visiting the official site, learning and understanding the objectives, books and guides, practice tests, training programs, etc.
