Building Regulations in the Philippines

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What action can the Building Official take if a building is found to be dangerous or ruinous?

Repair, vacation, or demolition

In what circumstances does the Building Official order demolition of a building?

When the danger to life, health, or safety is significant

Under what conditions can further action be taken as per the text?

Under Articles 482 and 694 to 707 of the Civil Code of the Philippines

What are the rights, actions, and remedies provided in the Code in relation to other existing laws?

Additional to any other rights of action and remedies under existing laws

What does Section 215 allow the Building Official to do regarding a dangerous building?

Order repair, vacation, or demolition

What type of work requires a building permit according to the text?

Converting a garage into a studio apartment

Which document must be submitted along with the building permit application if the applicant is not the registered owner?

Contract of lease in addition to Title Certificate of Title (TCT)

Who needs to prepare and seal the plans and specifications submitted with the building permit application?

Duly registered mechanical engineer and electrical engineer

What is a necessary requirement for obtaining a building permit according to the text?

Filing an application in writing on the prescribed form

Under what conditions might an applicant be exempted from submitting plans and specifications signed by engineers?

If specifically required by the Building Official under the Code

What information must be provided in every building permit application?

Estimated cost of the proposed work

Test your knowledge on building regulations in the Philippines regarding the abatement of dangerous buildings, repairs, vacation orders, and demolitions. Explore the rights, actions, and remedies provided in the Civil Code of the Philippines.

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