Which of the following best describes Alabama's approach to local building code amendments?
Correct Answer
A) Local amendments may be more restrictive than state code
Alabama allows local jurisdictions to adopt more restrictive building code requirements than the state minimum, but not less restrictive ones.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Alabama allows local jurisdictions to adopt more restrictive building code requirements than the state minimum, but not less restrictive ones.
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