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What is the minimum required distance between buildings for properties taller than 4 storeys?
What is the minimum required distance between buildings for properties taller than 4 storeys?
What is the minimum distance required between eaves for buildings with 3-4 storeys?
What is the minimum distance required between eaves for buildings with 3-4 storeys?
What is the maximum percentage of saleable land in a subdivision?
What is the maximum percentage of saleable land in a subdivision?
Which of the following documents is not required for a subdivision development permit?
Which of the following documents is not required for a subdivision development permit?
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What is the minimum required floor area for medium-cost housing in subdivisions?
What is the minimum required floor area for medium-cost housing in subdivisions?
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What is the required minimum percentage of open space for subdivisions with more than 65 lots per hectare?
What is the required minimum percentage of open space for subdivisions with more than 65 lots per hectare?
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What is the minimum lot area requirement for a subdivision?
What is the minimum lot area requirement for a subdivision?
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Which of the following professional licenses is required for signing and sealing the site development plan for a subdivision?
Which of the following professional licenses is required for signing and sealing the site development plan for a subdivision?
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What is the minimum height for signage on walls and doors?
What is the minimum height for signage on walls and doors?
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What is the required handrail extension from the start to the end of a ramp?
What is the required handrail extension from the start to the end of a ramp?
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How deep should the central refuge area at a midcrossing be?
How deep should the central refuge area at a midcrossing be?
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What is the minimum crossing period for pedestrians, assuming a walking speed of 0.9 m/sec?
What is the minimum crossing period for pedestrians, assuming a walking speed of 0.9 m/sec?
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What is the maximum gap for turning space between edge to edge?
What is the maximum gap for turning space between edge to edge?
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What type of door must be used for exit access when the occupancy exceeds 50 persons?
What type of door must be used for exit access when the occupancy exceeds 50 persons?
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What is the required travel capacity for slide escapes permitted as exits?
What is the required travel capacity for slide escapes permitted as exits?
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For buildings over 36.5 meters in height, how long must emergency lighting maintain illumination during a power failure?
For buildings over 36.5 meters in height, how long must emergency lighting maintain illumination during a power failure?
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Which of the following is NOT allowed on exit doors?
Which of the following is NOT allowed on exit doors?
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What should be clearly visible on every exit according to regulations?
What should be clearly visible on every exit according to regulations?
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Where is access to exits NOT allowed?
Where is access to exits NOT allowed?
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What is the minimum height for letters on exit signs?
What is the minimum height for letters on exit signs?
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What is the significance of mirrors in or adjacent to exits?
What is the significance of mirrors in or adjacent to exits?
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What is the occupant load per person for concentrated use without fixed seats?
What is the occupant load per person for concentrated use without fixed seats?
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What is the minimum number of exits required for an assembly space with an occupant load of 300–600?
What is the minimum number of exits required for an assembly space with an occupant load of 300–600?
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For standing room or waiting spaces, what is the occupant load allocation per person?
For standing room or waiting spaces, what is the occupant load allocation per person?
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What is the required occupant load area per person in a classroom setting?
What is the required occupant load area per person in a classroom setting?
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What is the occupant load area requirement for dry nurseries with sleeping facilities?
What is the occupant load area requirement for dry nurseries with sleeping facilities?
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What type of facility requires an occupant load area of 11 m2 per person?
What type of facility requires an occupant load area of 11 m2 per person?
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How many exits are required for a Class B assembly area with an occupant load of 600 or more?
How many exits are required for a Class B assembly area with an occupant load of 600 or more?
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What is the occupant load area per person for educational shop and laboratory settings?
What is the occupant load area per person for educational shop and laboratory settings?
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What does fire-resistive rating refer to?
What does fire-resistive rating refer to?
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Which of the following categories does NOT fall under building classification by use?
Which of the following categories does NOT fall under building classification by use?
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What is the maximum height limit for buildings measured from the lowest surface?
What is the maximum height limit for buildings measured from the lowest surface?
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What is the primary method for wastewater disposal outlined in the content?
What is the primary method for wastewater disposal outlined in the content?
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What requirement must be met for pedestrian protection during construction?
What requirement must be met for pedestrian protection during construction?
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Which fire-resistive standard indicates the time period a material can withstand burning?
Which fire-resistive standard indicates the time period a material can withstand burning?
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What distance should eaves be from side and rear property lines?
What distance should eaves be from side and rear property lines?
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What is a requirement for rat proofing mentioned in the sanitation controls?
What is a requirement for rat proofing mentioned in the sanitation controls?
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Which of the following features are NOT classified as fire protection features?
Which of the following features are NOT classified as fire protection features?
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What condition must be met for exits discharging to a floor of discharge?
What condition must be met for exits discharging to a floor of discharge?
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What is the minimum ceiling height (headroom) allowed for an exit passage?
What is the minimum ceiling height (headroom) allowed for an exit passage?
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What is the maximum percentage of exits allowed to discharge through an area on the floor of discharge?
What is the maximum percentage of exits allowed to discharge through an area on the floor of discharge?
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What kind of load is required for a stair, platform, landing, balcony, or stair hallway?
What kind of load is required for a stair, platform, landing, balcony, or stair hallway?
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What is a horizontal exit ?
What is a horizontal exit ?
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Which of the following is a feature of fire escape stairs?
Which of the following is a feature of fire escape stairs?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of fire escape stair?
Which of the following is NOT a type of fire escape stair?
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Flashcards
Fire-Resistive Rating
Fire-Resistive Rating
The ability of a material to withstand fire exposure.
Time Period Rating
Time Period Rating
The duration a material can resist fire, measured in hours.
Fire-Resistive Standards
Fire-Resistive Standards
Guidelines classifying construction by fire-retardant effectiveness.
Building Classification by Use
Building Classification by Use
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Maximum Heights in Construction
Maximum Heights in Construction
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Wastewater Disposal Systems
Wastewater Disposal Systems
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Pedestrian Protection During Construction
Pedestrian Protection During Construction
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Rainwater Disposal Standards
Rainwater Disposal Standards
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Handrail Heights
Handrail Heights
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Handrail Extension
Handrail Extension
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Signage Height
Signage Height
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Embossed Signage
Embossed Signage
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At-Grade Crossings
At-Grade Crossings
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Building Separation for 3–4 Storeys
Building Separation for 3–4 Storeys
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Building Separation for Over 4 Storeys
Building Separation for Over 4 Storeys
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Saleable vs Non-Saleable Areas
Saleable vs Non-Saleable Areas
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Subdivision Plan Approval
Subdivision Plan Approval
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Park Requirements
Park Requirements
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Minimum Lot Area
Minimum Lot Area
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Medium Cost vs Open Market Housing
Medium Cost vs Open Market Housing
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Traffic Impact Assessment
Traffic Impact Assessment
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Fire Escape Requirements
Fire Escape Requirements
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Exit Door Specifications
Exit Door Specifications
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High Hazard Occupancy Requirements
High Hazard Occupancy Requirements
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Emergency Lighting Standards
Emergency Lighting Standards
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Slide Escape Ratings
Slide Escape Ratings
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Decorations Near Exits
Decorations Near Exits
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Exit Sign Requirements
Exit Sign Requirements
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Direct Exit Paths
Direct Exit Paths
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Floor of Discharge
Floor of Discharge
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Minimum Ceiling Height
Minimum Ceiling Height
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Load Requirements
Load Requirements
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Horizontal Exit
Horizontal Exit
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Exit Passageway
Exit Passageway
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Fire Escape Stairs
Fire Escape Stairs
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Fire Protection Features
Fire Protection Features
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Types of Fire Escape Stairs
Types of Fire Escape Stairs
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Concentrated Use Occupant Load
Concentrated Use Occupant Load
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Less Concentrated Use Occupant Load
Less Concentrated Use Occupant Load
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Standing Room Occupant Load
Standing Room Occupant Load
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Classroom Occupant Load
Classroom Occupant Load
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Shop and Laboratory Load
Shop and Laboratory Load
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Dry Nursery Load
Dry Nursery Load
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Sleeping Department Load
Sleeping Department Load
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In-Patient Treatment Department Load
In-Patient Treatment Department Load
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Study Notes
Building Laws - Key Provisions
- Building laws apply to the design, location, siting, construction, alteration, repair, conversion, use, occupancy, maintenance, moving, demolition of buildings and structures. Traditional dwellings are excluded.
- Construction includes all on-site work from preparation, excavation, foundation, component assembly, and utility installation.
Construction Types
- Erection: Installing components of a building in place.
- Addition: Increasing the height or area of an existing building.
- Alteration: Changes to materials, partitioning, openings, or structural parts, without increasing overall area.
- Renovation: Changes to increase value, utility, or aesthetic quality.
- Conversion: Change in building use or occupancy.
- Repair: Restoring damaged or deteriorated parts of a building.
- Moving: Transferring a building (or part) to another location.
- Demolition: Systematic dismantling or destruction of a building.
- Ancillary Structure: A secondary building on the same premises as the main building.
Building Official
- The official is responsible for issuing building permits and ensuring code compliance.
- They can inspect buildings and order work stoppage or discontinuance of use if necessary.
Building Permits
- Written authorization granted by the Building Official to construct a specific project within code compliance.
- Includes plans, specifications, and other supporting documents.
Building Permit Exemptions
- Minor construction such as sheds, playhouses, aviaries, poultry houses under 6 square meters are exempt, providing they're detached from other buildings and used by the owners.
- Additions of open-air terraces, or patios up to 20 square meters, if for private use, are also exempt.
- Other minor alterations or repairs, under specific limits, are also exempt.
Building Permits Requirements
- Application form
- Plans and specifications signed by licensed architects and engineers
- Certified copies of Title Certificates (TCT) and Tax Declarations for lot owners
- Notarized copies of contracts (lease, sale) for non-lot owners
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Explore the essential provisions of building laws that govern construction practices. This quiz covers various construction types such as erection, addition, alteration, and more, detailing their definitions and implications. Test your knowledge on how these laws apply to different aspects of building management.