Affordable Housing Regulations Quiz

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What was one of the objectives emphasized in the document regarding affordable housing?

Providing basic services and livelihood opportunities (correct)
Increasing urban density without planning
Restricting land tenure to urban developers only
Prioritizing luxury housing developments

Which two entities merged to form a new regulatory body for housing in 2019?

Department of Urban Development and Housing and National Housing Board
Local Government Units and Department of Human Settlements
Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council and Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (correct)
National Housing Authority and Department of Trade and Industry

What is a recognized method for advancing housing projects mentioned in the content?

Limiting land acquisition to government-only programs
Implementing joint ventures for urban development (correct)
Prohibiting all forms of public-private partnerships
Decentralizing land management exclusively to private entities

What new entity was created in February 2019 to oversee housing and urban development?

Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (C) Signup and view all the answers

What legislation facilitates the allocation of housing powers to local government units?

Urban Development and Housing Act (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum setback required for subdivision entrances to accommodate loading and unloading of passengers?

3.00 m (C) Signup and view all the answers

For block lengths exceeding 250 meters, what type of pedestrian access must be provided?

A 3-meter path walk or 2-meter alley (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the guidelines, what is the required radius for collector road intersections?

12.50 m (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum Right-of-Way (R.O.W.) distance from a subdivision entrance to the nearest public road?

10 meters (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required alley width to facilitate pedestrian access and emergency exits?

2 meters (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum required slope for the crown of the roads?

1.5% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum lot area required for a duplex in economic housing?

54 sq. m. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How far should a ground reservoir be from a source of pollution?

25 meters (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum length allowed for a block of rowhouses?

100 meters (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the communality of the sewer and drainage systems?

Communal septic tanks and concrete drainage (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum permissible riser height for stairways according to the guidelines?

0.25 meter (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which width must be less than 150 mm in a winding stairway configuration?

Width of the run (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum headroom clearance required for corridors?

2.0 meters (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the guidelines, what is the minimum corridor width necessary?

2.10 meters (D) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the floor area below a ceiling can be covered by that ceiling?

50% (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum area requirement for parks in housing projects larger than 1 hectare?

100 square meters (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which table outlines the allocation of community facilities based on housing density?

Table 3 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What factor is emphasized in the circulation system of housing according to the guidelines?

Observing road hierarchy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the requirements for economic and socialized housing concerning parks and playgrounds?

Varying percentage allocations (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the hierarchy of roads table, which aspect is primarily based on project size?

Road right-of-way (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a mandatory provision for community facilities in housing projects?

Multi-purpose community centers (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which table provides details about the road right-of-way in meters related to housing types?

Table 5 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical consideration in the design of parks and playgrounds according to the guidelines?

Cannot be buildable (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum selling price for socialized housing with horizontal development according to the established standards?

₱450,000.00 (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the hierarchy of basic needs in housing projects?

Natural Gas Supply (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which criteria is considered when selecting a site for housing projects?

Conformity with zoning ordinances (C) Signup and view all the answers

The maximum price for economic housing is set between which two amounts?

Above ₱450,000.00 to ₱1,700,000.00 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is primarily responsible for housing finance and increasing availability of affordable housing?

National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation (NHMFC) (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following planning considerations is NOT mentioned in the guidelines?

Aesthetic design of housing units (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of socialized housing programs?

Housing for the homeless and disadvantaged (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following criteria is essential for accessibility in housing projects?

Accessibility to major transportation routes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum clear height required for a bathroom door?

1.80 meters (D) Signup and view all the answers

For a space where there are more than 20 occupants, how many exits must be provided?

Two (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum width required for a sleeping room window?

0.56 meters (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum height of the bottom/sill of a sleeping room window?

1.22 meters (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required thickness of a firewall?

150 mm (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum distance required between two 3-4 storey buildings?

6.00m (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of parking requirement is mandated for residential living units?

1 parking slot per living unit (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum selling price for a medium-cost classification according to PD 957?

Above P1,700,000.00 to P4,000,000.00 (D) Signup and view all the answers

For open-market housing, what percentage of the total subdivision area must be allocated for socialized housing?

5% (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum lot area for a single-detached property in a medium-cost subdivision?

100 sqm (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum frontage requirement for a corner lot?

12 meters (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of unit in a condominium has a minimum area of 18 sqm?

Single Occupancy (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the minimum setbacks?

1 meter front (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum floor area for a medium-cost classification housing type?

30 sqm (D) Signup and view all the answers

In terms of access roads, what is the minimum width of a pathwalk?

1.2 meters (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the interest in real property consisting of a separate interest in a unit and an undivided interest in common areas?

Condominium (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required minimum setback distance from the front?

3 meters (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which classification of housing does NOT have a minimum floor area of 42 sqm in the open market?

Medium-Cost (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum frontage requirement for a single detached housing lot?

10 meters (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following housing types has the lowest minimum floor area requirement?

Single Occupancy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the density requirement for low density or open market housing?

3.5% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum vertical clearance required between ornamental trees and primary electrical power distribution lines?

3 meters (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is required of landowners adjacent to rivers or creeks regarding tree planting?

Plant trees extending at least 5 meters along the property (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many trees must be planted per saleable lot in subdivision projects?

One tree per saleable lot (B) Signup and view all the answers

What action incurs a penalty under the regulations for tree management in public spaces?

Cutting, destroying, or damaging trees in public places (C) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of gross area is reserved for parks in high density or social housing?

9% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to roads and playgrounds upon their completion as certified by the Authority?

They are donated to the city or municipality (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of trees is prohibited from being planted in designated planting strips?

Coconut trees (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Urban Development and Housing Act (UDHA)?

An act that aims to establish the National Housing Authority (NHA) for the development of urban areas and the provision of decent and affordable housing.

What does "Devolving the Powers of HLURB to LGUs" mean?

The process of transferring powers and responsibilities from higher levels of government to lower levels (local governments). In the context of housing laws, this refers to giving LGUs more authority in managing housing projects.

What are building laws?

A legal framework that outlines the rules and regulations governing the planning, construction, and maintenance of buildings and infrastructure.

What is a public-private partnership in the context of housing projects?

A partnership between public and private entities to achieve a common goal, typically in the development of housing projects. The government may provide land, funding, or regulatory support while private companies contribute expertise, resources, and construction.