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Which group occupancy includes hotels and apartment buildings?
Which group occupancy includes hotels and apartment buildings?
- Group A
- Group C
- Group D
- Group B (correct)
Group C includes buildings used for education or recreation.
Group C includes buildings used for education or recreation.
True (A)
What type of buildings are classified under Group D?
What type of buildings are classified under Group D?
Institutional buildings like mental hospitals and jails.
Group E Occupancies include _____ and mercantile.
Group E Occupancies include _____ and mercantile.
What would NOT be found under Group C Occupancies?
What would NOT be found under Group C Occupancies?
Match the following groups to their primary characteristics:
Match the following groups to their primary characteristics:
Group E Occupancies do not allow the use of highly flammable materials.
Group E Occupancies do not allow the use of highly flammable materials.
What type of structures are included in Division 1 of Group E?
What type of structures are included in Division 1 of Group E?
Which type of building construction allows fire-retardant treated wood for non-bearing partitions?
Which type of building construction allows fire-retardant treated wood for non-bearing partitions?
Type V buildings must have walls, ceilings, and permanent partitions made of incombustible materials.
Type V buildings must have walls, ceilings, and permanent partitions made of incombustible materials.
What is the required fire-resistance rating for exterior walls in Type III buildings?
What is the required fire-resistance rating for exterior walls in Type III buildings?
Type IV buildings are constructed with __________, iron, concrete, or masonry materials.
Type IV buildings are constructed with __________, iron, concrete, or masonry materials.
Match the following types of buildings with their characteristics:
Match the following types of buildings with their characteristics:
What is one reason for the non-issuance or suspension of a building permit?
What is one reason for the non-issuance or suspension of a building permit?
A building permit remains valid indefinitely if work is commenced within one year.
A building permit remains valid indefinitely if work is commenced within one year.
What must the owner of a building permit engage for construction supervision?
What must the owner of a building permit engage for construction supervision?
The notice of non-issuance, suspension, or revocation of building permits must be made in ______.
The notice of non-issuance, suspension, or revocation of building permits must be made in ______.
Match the following reasons for permit non-issuance or suspension with their descriptions:
Match the following reasons for permit non-issuance or suspension with their descriptions:
If a building permit work is suspended or abandoned, after how many days does it become void?
If a building permit work is suspended or abandoned, after how many days does it become void?
Within how many days can an owner appeal the non-issuance, suspension or revocation of permits?
Within how many days can an owner appeal the non-issuance, suspension or revocation of permits?
An architect or civil engineer supervising the construction must always be the same one who designed the building.
An architect or civil engineer supervising the construction must always be the same one who designed the building.
What is the maximum area of openings allowed in exterior walls of a storey when required to be protected?
What is the maximum area of openings allowed in exterior walls of a storey when required to be protected?
Towers and spires can exceed the height limits if they are made from combustible materials.
Towers and spires can exceed the height limits if they are made from combustible materials.
What is the minimum thickness of footings for a dwelling?
What is the minimum thickness of footings for a dwelling?
Every dwelling shall be provided with at least one sanitary _____ and adequate washing and drainage facilities.
Every dwelling shall be provided with at least one sanitary _____ and adequate washing and drainage facilities.
Match the following requirements with their descriptions:
Match the following requirements with their descriptions:
For the first floor, what is the minimum live load requirement per square meter?
For the first floor, what is the minimum live load requirement per square meter?
The dimensions of wooden posts must be adhered to as outlined in Table 708-A.
The dimensions of wooden posts must be adhered to as outlined in Table 708-A.
What is the minimum depth that footings should be located below the surface of the ground?
What is the minimum depth that footings should be located below the surface of the ground?
What is the purpose of the Philippine Electrical Code?
What is the purpose of the Philippine Electrical Code?
Prefabricated assembly refers to structural units that are entirely assembled on-site.
Prefabricated assembly refers to structural units that are entirely assembled on-site.
What must all mechanical systems and equipment conform to?
What must all mechanical systems and equipment conform to?
The Secretary shall prescribe special tests to determine the _____ of prefabricated assemblies.
The Secretary shall prescribe special tests to determine the _____ of prefabricated assemblies.
In which occupancy types does the glass and glazing chapter not apply?
In which occupancy types does the glass and glazing chapter not apply?
The placement of prefabricated assemblies does not require inspection for compliance.
The placement of prefabricated assemblies does not require inspection for compliance.
Match the following regulations with their corresponding codes:
Match the following regulations with their corresponding codes:
What must devices or systems connecting prefabricated assemblies be capable of developing?
What must devices or systems connecting prefabricated assemblies be capable of developing?
Study Notes
Group Classifications of Occupancies
- Group A: Residential dwellings.
- Group B: Multiple dwelling units including boarding houses, hotels, apartment buildings, and similar structures accommodating over 10 people.
- Group C: Buildings for education and recreation, such as schools and daycare facilities.
- Group D: Institutional buildings like mental hospitals, prisons, and reformatories.
- Group E: Business and mercantile structures, categorized into:
- Division 1: Gas stations, maintenance garages, and non-working storage structures.
- Division 2: Wholesalers, retailers, offices, and establishments with an occupancy of less than 100.
Building Permit Regulations
- Building permits can be non-issued, suspended, or revoked for:
- Errors in plans or specifications.
- Inaccurate data or information.
- Non-compliance with relevant codes or regulations.
- Permits expire if work is not started within one year or is suspended or abandoned for 120 days.
Construction Inspection and Supervision
- Owners must hire licensed architects or civil engineers for full-time inspection of construction work.
- This supervising professional may differ from the one who designed the building.
Types of Construction
- Type II: Wood construction with fire-resistant materials; typically one-hour fire-resistive.
- Type III: Combination of masonry and wood; similar fire resistance requirements as Type II.
- Type IV: Steel, iron, concrete, or masonry; requires incombustible fire-resistive materials.
- Type V: Fire-resistive buildings using steel, iron, concrete, or masonry.
Fire Zone Regulations
- Fire zones dictate which building types can be constructed based on occupancy and fire resistance.
- Openings in exterior walls are limited based on proximity to property lines, with size restrictions (50% area rule).
Minimum Requirements for Group A Dwellings
- Location and Occupancy: Limit dwelling area to a maximum of 90% on corner lots and 80% on interior lots, maintaining a minimum distance from property lines.
- Light and Ventilation: Must meet specific construction and arrangement guidelines to ensure adequate light and ventilation.
- Sanitation: At least one sanitary toilet and sufficient washing/drainage facilities are mandatory.
- Load Requirements: The first floor must support at least 200 kg/m²; the second floor must support at least 150 kg/m².
Electrical and Mechanical Regulations
- Electrical installations must comply with the Philippine Electrical Code.
- Mechanical installations must adhere to the Philippine Mechanical Engineering Code; special provisions apply for prefabricated assemblies.
Prefabricated Construction Standards
- Define prefabricated assemblies as structural units fabricated before integrating into buildings.
- Requires special testing for strength, durability, and fire resistance.
- Connections must ensure structural integrity as an integral part of the building design.
Glass and Glazing Requirements
- Applies to exterior glass in specified occupancies and all glass subjected to human impact.
- Establishes standards for materials, including dimensional tolerances and breaking stress.
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Test your knowledge on Group A and Group B residential occupancies as outlined in building codes. This quiz covers the definitions and classifications of residential buildings including hotels, apartments, and boarding houses. Perfect for students and professionals in architecture and construction.
