In the case of a dispute between the building official and the owner about the interpretation of a building code provision, the matter is first resolved by
A)an independent arbitrator mutually agreed to between the owner and the city.
B)the owner's architect.
C)the city attorney.
D)an ad hoc committee appointed by the city.
E)none of the above.

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In many jurisdictions, disputes over building code interpretations are often resolved through a formal appeals process rather than by any of the specific options listed. This process typically involves an appeals board or similar body rather than an independent arbitrator, the owner's architect, the city attorney, or an ad hoc committee.

In the Case of a Dispute Between the Building Official