29 Questions
Which type of occupancies does Group D include?
Nurseries and nursing homes
What type of establishments are included in Group F Occupancies?
Power plants and pumping plants
Which type of buildings are excluded from Group D Occupancies?
Private or family dwellings
What type of establishments are part of Group E, Division 2?
Wholesale and retail stores
What activities are permitted in Group G, Division 1?
Storage of flammable materials
What is the definition of 'renovation'?
Physical change made to a building to increase its value
Who is responsible for policy making related to building regulations?
DPWH Secretary
What is the role of the Building Official?
Enforcing the building code in his jurisdiction
When does a building permit get issued?
Before any construction work begins
What does repair work aim to achieve?
Restoring damaged portions to their original condition
What constitutes an offense related to building regulations?
Proceeding with work without a permit
In which division would you find a stadium with an occupant load of 1,000 or more?
Group I
Where would you find an assembly building with a stage and an occupant load of less than 1,000?
Group H, Division 2
Which zone is characterized by low-rise single-attached dwellings and duplexes?
R1
What type of buildings are found in the R5 zone?
Medium to high-rise condominiums
Which division covers agriculture structures?
Group J, Division 1
Where would you find an assembly building without a stage and an occupant load of less than 300?
Group H, Division 3
What type of use is associated with I-1 (INDUSTRIAL) zoning?
Low-rise but sprawling and low-intensity manufacturing
In which category would you find facilities like transport terminals and power generation centers?
SPE (SPECIAL)
Which zoning category encompasses recreational functions related to educational uses?
PRE (Park structure, recreation, entertainment)
What is the main characteristic of A (Agricultural) zoning?
Low-rise and high-intensity agricultural activity
Which zoning category includes facilities for agroindustrial education and research?
AI (AgroIndustrial)
What is the general guideline for buildings under MIXED OCCUPANCIES?
Adherence to the stricter requirements
What is an exemption for minor construction that does not require a building permit?
Building a shed for private use only
Which of the following is considered minor construction that does not require a fee?
Open terraces not exceeding 20sqm
Under what construction type are garden pools 500mm deep or shallower exempt from fees?
Minor construction
Which type of repairs do not require payment of fees?
Repairs not involving structural members
According to Article 1723 of the Civil Code, who is liable if a building collapses due to defects in the plans or the ground?
The engineer or architect who drew up the plans and specs
If lot is owned, what documentation is needed for a building permit?
Contract of Lease or Deed of Absolute Sale in place of TCT
Study Notes
Building Permits and Regulations
- A building permit is required for constructing, altering, repairing, converting, moving, adding to, or demolishing a building.
- Exemptions from building permits:
- Minor constructions (e.g., sheds, poultry houses, greenhouses) less than 6 sqm and for private use only.
- Open terraces or patios not exceeding 20 sqm.
- Window grilles.
- Garden pools 500mm deep or shallower.
- Garden masonry walls not exceeding 1.20m in height.
- Requirements for a building permit:
- OCT or TCT.
- Tax declaration.
- Current real property tax receipt.
- Contract of Lease or Deed of Absolute Sale (if lot is owned).
- Five sets of plans and specs, signed and sealed by professionals.
Liability and Regulations
- Liability clause (Article 1723 of the Civil Code):
- Engineers or architects who drew up the plans and specs are liable for 15 years from completion of the building if it collapses due to defects in the plans or the ground.
- Contractors and construction supervisors are also liable if the building collapses due to defects in construction or the use of inferior materials.
- Definitions:
- Renovation: physical change made on a building to increase its value, utility, or aesthetic quality.
- Conversion: change in the use or occupancy of a building or any portion thereof.
- Repair: remedial work done on damaged or deteriorated parts of a building to restore its original condition.
- Demolition: systematic dismantling or destruction of a building, in whole or in part.
Administration and Enforcement
- Secretary of the DPWH:
- Policy making.
- Memorandum circulars.
- Prescribing fees.
- Appointing building officials in all municipalities.
- Building Official:
- Enforcing the Code in their jurisdiction.
- Issuing, denying, suspending, and revoking permits.
- Conducting inspections of buildings.
- Acting on claims.
- Fees:
- Building Official collects fees.
- DPWH Secretary prescribes fees.
- Fee exemptions:
- Public buildings.
- Traditional family dwellings that do not exceed 15,000 pesos.
Permits and Classifications
- Permits required:
- Group D (nurseries, non-ambulatory patients; nursing homes, ambulatory patients).
- Group E (business and mercantile).
- Group F (industrial).
- Group G (storage and hazardous).
- Group H (assembly).
- Group I (institutions).
- Group J (accessory).
- Zoning classifications:
- R1 (low-density residential).
- R2 (medium-density residential).
- R3 (high-density residential).
- R4 (medium to high-density residential).
- R5 (very high-density residential).
- C1 (light commercial).
- C2 (medium commercial).
- C3 (metropolitan commercial).
- GI (general institutional).
- I-1 (light industrial).
- I-2 (medium industrial).
- UTS (special).
- PRE (park structure, recreation, entertainment).
- CUL (cultural).
- A (agricultural).
- AI (agroindustrial).
- PUD (planned unit development).
Test your knowledge on different building occupancy groups such as Group D, Group E, and Group F based on their descriptions and classifications. Learn about the specific characteristics and restrictions associated with each group.
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