Building codes and regulations make up 16-22% of your PA exam. Master them with this complete Section 2 breakdown! Learn the code requirements, zoning regulations, and site-specific standards that shape architectural programming.

In this 32-minute deep dive, we break down all three objectives in PA Section 2, covering the essential code knowledge every architect needs for both exam success and professional practice.

Whether you're struggling with occupancy classification, construction types, or understanding when different building code requirements apply, this episode gives you the complete framework.

What You'll Learn:

- How to identify relevant building codes for any project type and location

- The "Big Three" codes that appear on almost every project (IBC, ADA, local amendments)

- Understanding zoning requirements, setbacks, and FAR calculations

- When variances and conditional use permits are appropriate

- Site-specific requirements like historic preservation and environmental constraints

- The 10 most common mistakes that trip up PA candidates

Want to learn more about codes and regulations? Check out our in-depth article for a complete analysis: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/building-codes-regulations-pa-exam

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